Similar interests can be a good starting point, but it's not always the backbone of a good relationship. Similar values, on the other hand, can make all the difference.

I feel bad when I read something like, "I sold all my video games for my wife." Really? How about finding a partner that likes the same hobbies? I got into an argument once where someone thought it was okay to ask for physical limitations for a partner (no bigger than 120lbs, not taller than 5'4" etc) and I said…