Mann to Man: Check your References

When you’re excited about someone, it’s quite easy to fall into the trap of taking everything that someone says as being straight from the gospel. I’d argue that unless you’re speaking to Jesus himself - then you should follow up on their references.

The couple planning the wedding in the video above were undoubtedly excited about their big day, and they clearly fell for the DJ’s enthusiasm during their first meeting with him. They probably gave their deposit immediately to ensure they locked him in for their big day. Had they followed up on a few references they would have realized that he had a history of getting intoxicated at events and doing unspeakable things.

This hold’s true when you begin dating someone. Don’t get tunnel-vision-love-goggles on …. keep your ears open for references or statements of character about this girl you’ve fallen so hard for - provided those references and/or statements of character come from a trusted friend, you’d be wise to take heed (good or bad).

You want to avoid having the newly appointed girl of your dreams punch up your gonads like this DJ punched up that poor young lady’s jumblies.

You’re welcome,

Mann Landers