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Step aside, astrology. When figuring out who you’re most compatible with in a relationship, you might want to consider your birth order. While this topic has existed for ages about family dynamics, it’s recirculating on TikTok as part of the “birth order dating theory,” so let’s talk about it.
Think back to all your past relationships and note if your exes were the oldest, youngest, or the middle child in their family, as well as what order you’re in. According to this theory, the combo could explain why the connection didn’t work out. Simply put, this theory suggests that the order you were born dictates things like your personality and relational tendencies, and in turn affects your dating dynamics.
Oldest Sibling: If you’re the oldest in your family, then you might be happiest with a fellow oldest child or a middle child who can either understand where your responsible, independent streak comes from.
Middle children: According to birth order theory, middle children are often adaptable and tuned in to the needs of others, which means you’d mesh well with an older sibling.
Youngest sibling: As the baby of the family, you bring charm, playfulness, and spontaneity to relationships, but you can also be a bit spoiled and needy. Thats why you may be happiest with only children who aren’t burnt out by family dynamics. Both may enjoy giving each other attention and may understand each other’s need for validation.
Only children - Often develop strong independence, self-sufficiency, and deep personal interests, it all stems from the years you spent on your own, lost in your imagination. If you’re looking for a relationship, you should keep an eye out for middle or youngest children, since they also have a playful side.