Part 7/10:
The Reality of Compatibility and Expectations
He observes that most potential partners have complex family situations or habits—smoking, drinking, or differing values—that he does not wish to contend with. The challenge is compounded by the fact that he no longer seeks a relationship but values his independence and peaceful life. He humorously remarks that men his age tend to be "worse" in their crotchety ways than women, reflecting the universal challenges of aging.