Could you date someone who doesn't read?

[SammiArch]

This is an interesting question. I feel (and I am absolutely NOT trying to offend anyone, this is strictly opinion based) that people who chose not to read tend to be less educated. Therefore, no. I could not be with someone who intentionally chooses ignorance. However, I am sure that there are some very intelligent people who just don't find reading pleasurable (although I couldn't understand how!). In that case, it wouldn't bother me. So I guess for me its more about whether our perception of the world and general knowledge are compatible versus whether we have just one thing (like reading) in common.

[bwill93]

No. I really don't think I could be in a relationship with someone who doesn't like to read...I think it has to do with a person being able to appreciate literature? Books are such a beautiful untapped well of knowledge, entertainment, and wisdom, I don't think I would get along very well with someone who doesn't understand that.

[Lamoy]

No. That means I cannot recommend books, I cannot gush aboutt a book I've just read. They wouldn't get the jokes from the books, I cannot use favorite lines or phrases like inside jokes. I really cannot

[nancyab]

Since discussing books is such a popular conversational subject, it's difficult to conceive of anyone choosing not to read books. For younger people, it could be that the person is very much involved in sports - in this situation, yes, I could date someone who didn't read books. However, as we get older, we are far less apt to have sports as the primary interest in our lives, so someone not reading is far less desirable and no, at this point in time I would choose to not date a non-reader.

[CinWin]

Definitely NOT! I believe that a relationship is based on what you share and have in common with each other. Since the majority of my life is spent reading one thing or another that wouldn't leave much that we would have in common. Even my closest friends are readers.

[AERans]

Of course why not. People may not share the same interests but that doesn't mean they aren't right for you. Afterall, opposites attract, right?

[Rumbly]

Sure why not~
I used to be the type who didn't like reading text only books due to school forcing me to read books I never enjoyed; I love reading graphic novels like comics, and I think there are a lot of shows, movies and dramas based off books. So even if my partner doesn't read the book; maybe we could watch a show together, and can still connect that way.
I do feel it's easier to have a movie date over having a book date too ^^

[chipmunck]

I got married to someone who didn't read much but he also had a reading problem. He can't see the words well. Dyslexia. Then I divorced him for other reasons and met someone that I have a fair amount of things in common. We compliment each other and enjoy each others company. He doesn't read as much as I do and I'm okay with it. There is more that keeps us together that the reading isn't a huge deal. We have so much to talk about.

[chipmunck]

This is an interesting question. I feel (and I am absolutely NOT trying to offend anyone, this is strictly opinion based) that people who chose not to read tend to be less educated. Therefore, no. I could not be with someone who intentionally chooses ignorance. However, I am sure that there are some very intelligent people who just don't find reading pleasurable (although I couldn't understand how!). In that case, it wouldn't bother me. So I guess for me its more about whether our perception of the world and general knowledge are compatible versus whether we have just one thing (like reading) in common.

Just want to point out a case of this not being totally true. Though I tend to agree with you boy my ex husband and my current boyfriend are both really smart in their own ways. My boyfriend watches a ton of documentaries and occasionally reads, but rarely. I feel he knows more about such topics than me because he educates himself through PBS and News. So he stays current with politics and many other topics about history and physics and space. He knows more than me because I would read a lot of fiction that didn't discuss the topics he is deeply knowing of.

[ravian]

yes.....i will gladly try it...if he will enjoy listening about the books i read.on my part i will ask things that interest him... i think some difference in characters can add spice for a good conversation.

[SereneCharles]

Maybe. But I'd like him to be a good reader, of different subjects too

[shannon_n_dunn]

Wow, that’s a good question. For me, I’d be perfectly willing to date someone who has different tastes in books than me, but I think a distinct dislike of reading would reveal a deeper incompatibility. I need a partner who is able to connect emotionally on a deep level, and I think a love of reading is a great indicator of that type of empathy. Also, from a more practical standpoint, I spend a lot of time reading. The person I date absolutely has to respect that, and it would be most convenient if he understands because he also spends time reading!

[P Reefer]

I definitely would not want to date someone who does not read as that person will not be able to be a critical thinker. That person will also be easily persuaded by any wind that blows and will have limited knowledge of important matters like health, relationships, and parenting.

Moreover, a person who does not read will find great difficulty to properly articulate his or her thoughts and more so will have difficulty understanding an intelligent discussion.

[Carlycalli]

Hmm I don't think so, reading is an essential part of life. Work, play, you have to read. But, I agree with others, what would we talk about. Reading books also exercise the brain. I read 3 to 5 magazine per month. Like popular mechanics, financial periodicals etc.

[sthe01]

Probably not because I feel that they wouldn't understand my obsession with books and that I need a quiet place when I'm reading and that I'm not very talkative while I'm reading a really good book.