courtship
Back in the day, relationships were easier because they were clearly defined. There was courtship instead of dating. Men wooed women.
This author discusses the expectations others put on her and that she put on herself when it comes to dating as a devout Christian woman.
To me, the little details that define who a man is are more important than the physical attributes that define what he looks like. But the women in my life say I'm settling for a Cornel West to try and avoid heartbreak.
The question is simple; the answer is complex.