Dating in the 21st century can be like dying a thousand tiny deaths. The endless cycle of putting yourself out there, the awkward first date that goes nowhere, the amazing first date that goes nowhere, the ghosting, the lack of interest and initiative in making meaningful conversations, the fuckboy tendencies, I mean – dating apps make Carrie’s quest for love look easy.
At least she ran around having amazing elite experiences and meeting people in person. Most of our communication happens via texting and apps.
Ah – digital platforms. I’d say Tinder and Hinge are like digital pimps – making users pay for their elite picks. The algorithm selects a handful of hot men and women that hit every mark for what someone wants in a partner and dangles their profile in front of you. Want to click? Fuck you, pay me.
We pay, we swipe, it goes nowhere. We have a mental breakdown and swear off dating and take a few months off. And we go right back.
Because it’s 2024 and we’ve gotten used to staying home.
Welcome to dating in the 21st century – where the expectations are either too high or the interest level of the person on your screen is too low.
Is finding love possible? Let’s find out. Join me. BUT FIRST —-
What even is L-O-V-E?
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