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Furman: "Any Jewish woman getting involved with a non-Jew needs to consider what Judaism means to her and what it may mean to her in the future."

Q: If you had to give the single most important advice to a modern Jewish woman who is considering dating a non-Jew. What this advice would be?
Leah: The lines of communication need to be clear. Many times Jews get involved with non-Jews on the spur of the moment. Not expecting the relationship to get serious, they don't worry about the consequences. This rashness is what causes a lot of pain down the line. Any Jewish woman getting involved with a non-Jew needs to consider what Judaism means to her and what it may mean to her in the future. Then, should the relationship become more involved, she'd have to discuss her feelings with her partner.
Q: You are an expert on dating. How did you become such an expert?
Leah: First and foremost, there’s a goldmine of personal experience. Then, there is the fact that I’ve been writing about dating since 1996. I am also the co-author of The Everything Dating Book. While writing it, I spoke to everyone I could about their dating experiences. Over the years, I’ve realized that people are much more alike than they are different and the laws that govern relationships are universal.
Q: Did you date a lot before you got married?
Leah: I’m single and dating right now.
Q: What kind of men are you attracted to?
Leah: Good communicators, who can express themselves well and know how to listen.

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