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Originally Posted by emgreen
As a man, this is a big issue for me...Not specifically for dating (I have an understanding GF), but I often lie to other people when they ask what I do for a living. Were it not for the fact I have a GF, I can see how dating might be a huge problem. Despite advances in society, men are still supposed to be the "bread winners." I get by fine on my disability, but would be nowhere near the earner a woman my age (50) would be fishing for. I still tend to look at the fact I'm on disability as a black mark against me.
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I think you need to come up with a standard, consistent lie. "self-employed consultant" or something along these lines. Just something
standard so you do not get worried about contradicting something you said earlier to the same person - just to reduce anxiety and potential embarrassment.
I am glad you have an understanding GF!
I am working now, but back when I applied to rent the apartment I am now in, I was on disability. The landlord - not a company, but a private person - ran the credit check but did not check employment. I told him that I was self-employed, and it worked, so I am offering it to you
