Question: Do we project what we want on are potential mates? 

Answer: In any relationship there is a 2 way interactino of wants, needs, desires, hopes, dreams and likes and dislikes.  We may not project intentionally onto the other person, but because we have our own personal standards, we have to measure them in the same light.\n\nSo, yes, we do project to some extent.
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