The guy had been somewhat disrespectful, but the conversation had been engaging and gave her something to reflect on.
Ultimately, the date was bad and left a sour taste in her mouth. Catie was annoyed that she had gone on the date at all, but the negative experience helped her set boundaries and reaffirm her values when it comes to dating.
Sometimes, going on bad dates is necessary to further your learning process. Every day brings something different, and we can all gain new knowledge from various experiences to improve our lives for the better.
