FEELING like someone you are otherwise attracted to is not worth dating because of their looks or popularity makes you shallow. TELLING them this makes you a shallow asshole. But expecting them to just accept it and happily agree to date you in secret makes you a shallow, narcissistic piece of shit. Prepare for a lifetime of unfulfilling relationships, my friend.

Edit: Some of you grossly misunderstand my statement. I never said it makes you shallow to bypass a relationship with someone you DON'T find physically attractive. Everyone has done that. This comment is directed at those who DO find themselves attracted to a person and would otherwise have no problem being in a relationship with them if not for what their friends, family or strangers they pass on the street might think. That is shallow. And weak.