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They like long, romantic dates -

Serial daters usually have scheduled "moves" they use when dating. To achieve them, they make dates longer and super romantic.

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They’re fans of big gestures -

While romantic gestures usually show affection, a serial dater will use these often and early on. Their primary goal is to woo you so that you fall for them quickly.

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They play the victim card -

In order to gain sympathy, serial daters have a habit of portraying themselves as victims. They may blame their ex for things falling apart, or tell you they were in an abusive or toxic relationship—even if this wasn't the case.

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They randomly go off-grid -

Do they suddenly disappear, and then come back with some dramatic excuse? You may have a serial dater on your hands.

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They like fostering insecurity -

Serial daters don't commit to a relationship. So if you find your date casually flirting or bonding with other people, even when dating you, they might belong to the category of serial daters.

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They like to keep things casual -

There's nothing wrong with casual dating, unless it's forced. If you wish to progress organically in a relationship and your partner keeps it casual, then that's a red flag.

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They seem unusually interested in your friends -

Of course, it's nice when your date shares a good bond with your friends. But if they're extra nice to the attractive or single ones, then they might be serial daters...

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They keep the relationship stagnant -

A serial dater keeps the relationship stagnant so that it becomes easy for them to move on. If you find that your relationship isn't heading anywhere, treat that like a red flag.

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They’re ready to get physically intimate -

For a serial dater, physical contact is a way to drive the relationship faster. If they try to push you, even when you are hesitant, then there's a chance you're with a serial dater.

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They don’t want to discuss their past relationships -

Past relationships bring up complex emotions, and everyone processes things differently. But if you find your date hiding details or lying about their last relationship, don't ignore that sign.

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They seem to have dated a lot of mutual friends -

Serial daters try to date inside a friend circle to gain trust quickly, and then quickly break things off amicably. Also, it's easier for them to find the next target.

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They always have a comeback -

Serial daters are very witty, which helps them dodge personal questions with fun comebacks.

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They make you feel like you've made a big impact -

Feeling like you've made a profound impact on someone’s life is a gratifying feeling. A serial dater knows this, and will use it to win your affection.

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They get bored quickly -

During the first few dates, the sparks fly. But a serial dater doesn't want the relationship to evolve. So if you find them bored after a couple of dates, they're likely planning to end it.

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They often tend to be fresh out of a breakup -

If you sense that your partner is constantly bouncing between relationships, and ending them quickly, then they might be a serial dater.

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They avoid a long-term serious relationship -

Serial daters are often the ones to start and end the relationship quickly. This means they don't want a long-term deal.

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They won't discuss their feelings for you -

They might mention how they think you're great and how good you look, but it won't go any further than that.

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They rush into the relationship -

Serial daters are all about the rush of dating. They won't invest much time in communication, and instead shower you with their charm on dates. This way they'll get closer to you in a short time frame.

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You hear contradictory things about your date -

While your date may seem perfect to you, your friends might be surprised by their behavior and have a contradictory view.

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They don't ask in-depth questions about you -

As they're not looking for a relationship, they don't want to truly get to know you. They'd rather just have fun than connect with you.

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You don't know more than surface level information about them -

And if they never ask you meaningful questions, this means they won't share any personal things about themselves either.

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They tend to be the one to leave their exes -

If it comes out that they were the one to end every major relationship, take a minute to digest that. It's probably a big serial dater sign.

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They don't communicate much when you're not together -

This is because they don't want to be trapped into talking about deep subjects, which can happen when you text someone for a long time.

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They only ever want to have fun -

Serial daters only want to have fun, which is a red flag. They'll avoid dates that are more intimate emotionally.

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They make lofty promises -

They might tell you that they'll take you to all these amazing places and plan incredible dates, but then they'll never follow through.

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They seek attention -

The driving factor for a serial dater is to gain attention from several people in a short time. They could say that they're feeling low because they've had a hard time at work. And while the reasons may not always be false, doing this often could mean they're a serial dater.

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They're very charming -

Of course, anyone can be charming, but if it's combined with all the other factors, then you're probably under the spell of a serial dater.

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Your family doesn't like them -

If there's something about them that appears off, and your loved ones clearly see those signs, listen to them.

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They're very active on dating apps -

Serial daters love to keep their options open. If they're active on several dating apps, chances are they're a serial dater. 

Sources: (Women's Health) (MomJunction)

See also: Dating rules you should break (and ones you really shouldn't)

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