When I say “we” in the title, I really mean me, however I’d like to think that there are others out there who share my vomit reflex when I see couples being sickeningly cutesy (pun intended). It may sound like I’m hating on couples, however it’s quite the contrary; I’m really spreading awareness about things that irk us innocent bystanders, and should be kept to a minimum or not done at all. I think you’ll all agree once you’ve read the top 5 most annoying things that couples do in public.
Walking with arms around one another
The idea of wanting to be so close to someone is sweet, however actually trying to walk while having your arms around each other isn’t practical. It’s a) super uncomfortable and b) awkward looking. Unless you’re gearing up for a potato sack race, it’s really unnecessary to practice close and coordinated walking with someone. Please keep your hands to yourselves and walk side by side as the independent individual you are. You can hold hands, that should suffice.
Matching outfits
The idea of coordinating an outfit with your significant other has the right intention, you want to look couple-y, that’s okay. There is a line that you can cross when you show up wearing matching velour track suits. Reel your dignity back in and maybe opt for something more subtle yet equally effective. Maybe you choose to wear similar colours or have something sentimental that you both wear or own. It doesn’t need to be showy, but instead mean something to both of you.
Sitting beside one another at dinner
How awkward! Going to dinner is supposed to be a time where you can engage in conversation with one another, stare longingly into each others eyes and wish for a bite of what the other person ordered. In any of those scenarios, you don’t want to have your head cranked to the side, trying to talk while taking breaks from eating. You’ll end up with a neck cramp and an empty stomach. Have some alone time at dinner and sit across from your significant other, you can play footsies if you must.
Excessive PDA
Limiting yourself and your beau to minimal public displays of affection is respectful and necessary. Holding hands or giving each other a peck is okay in my books, but it’s not okay when you’re groping each other in public. I used to think this was common sense until I was on a plane with a couple that was actually making out in front of me. It wasn’t just the motion of the plane that made me sick on that flight. I couldn’t escape! I do love the idea of love, but couples should be mindful of being excessive with their public displays of affection.
Always talking about your other half
If you’re always talking about your significant other in conversations with friends or family, it makes people wonder what you talked about before you were together. There are plenty of other topics of conversation to have, they don’t all need to revolve around your babe (pet names is another thing to avoid). There are times when you really want to share an accomplishment of your boyfriend or girlfriend, and please do, they deserve to receive some credit, just not all of the time. This also applies to social media, the less said, the better.
I hope this guide helps to avoid some major couple crimes and spread awareness among the public. Tell @HCuOttawa what irks you most about couples!
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