Respect doesn't mean fawning over somebody because you want to sleep with them, and confusing the two of them shows a lack of self awareness that makes it quite

Respect doesn't mean fawning over somebody because you want to sleep with them, and confusing the two of them shows a lack of self awareness that makes it quite rational to avoid dating you. You can't respect what you don't understand. Perhaps seek first to understand your potential partner, in a way that you can only arrive at through deep and personal conversation. Then you'll both know if she's truly deserving of your respect.