Have you ever dated an uggo because you thought "at least they'll be nice," but then they WEREN'T? You just got SHREKKED.
"Shrekking" is the hot new dating term that's trending. It's when you "date down" and pick someone you're not attracted to, because you think it means they'll be nice. But then you find out they're ugly AND a jerk.
Most people wouldn't describe the character Shrek as a mean guy. But it's based on the plot, where Princess Fiona takes a chance on an ogre.
To be clear, it IS also possible to be Shrekked by a woman. But it's a term that's mostly being used about men . . . because obviously.
"USA Today" talked to a dating coach who said the term is new, but the trend isn't. Quote, "Plenty of people have put looks lower on the list, or hoped attraction would grow over time."
She says that's not necessarily a bad thing. But it can backfire if you ASSUME you'll be treated better just because you're dating down.
In other words, don't judge a book by its cover. Yes, that hot guy at the bar might be a jerk. But don't assume his dumpy friend is nice just because he's got a wonky eye and no hair. He might be a jerk too.
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