1.	You meet a nice guy who is very serious about everything, including you. You, on the other hand, aren't ready for anything serious. He asks you out. You: Say no. You know it will end badly. Give it a chance - maybe you'll become interested.
2.	Your doctor is kind, single, handsome - and seems attracted to you. You know that with a little effort, you could most likely get a date with him. You: Pour on the charm. He's too hot to pass up. Tell him you're interested. If he responds in kind, you'll make a date - and get another doctor. Forget it! It would make all your previous checkups seem creepy. Think both A and B are acceptable.
3.	You meet a handsome man at the dog run who says he's in the midst of a divorce. You're completely taken with him - and his black Lab. You: Start seeing him before the divorce is legal, because you're convinced his marriage is really over. Wait until he has moved out and has put the divorce in motion.
4.	Your best friend's boyfriend tells you he is breaking up with your friend. He also tells you he's in love - with you! You've always harbored feelings for him too. You: Tell him it could never happen. It would hurt your friend too much. Tell him the only way you'd move forward is if your friend gave you permission. Go for it, but tell him that the two of you have to be discreet and let some time pass before you tell people. Wait until your friend is in love with someone else and then date him.
5.	Your new co-worker is quite sexy - and married. He wants you but intends to stay with the missus. You aren't in the market for a real relationship anyway. You: Flirt and enjoy the attention, but you don't take it to the next level. Have sex with him from time to time. You aren't in it for love; it's functional and safe for both of you. Spend a lot of time together but don't flirt or have sex. Stay away from him!
6.	You're interested in dating more than one man. You: Tell your date that you're not interested in "going steady" with anyone. Don't share your intention to date around, but when asked point-blank by your date about exclusivity, you don't lie. Explain to your date that your private life is private. You don't want to know what he does when he's not with you - and the reverse should apply. Think any of the above are acceptable.
7.	You're divorced and meet a really great guy who excites you. The snag: He's not much older than your 19-year-old son. You: Choose not to inform your son about the guy's age. You don't want him to resent your new beau. Say goodbye to the guy. A relationship with him would be just too traumatic for your son. Sit your son down and tell him about your new love interest. Honor his response, but emphasize that you are serious about this relationship. Ask your son to accept your new beau in the same manner that you accept his dates.