The House of Wellness - Are dating apps dead? Why old-fashioned romance is back
“Relationship and intimacy coach Susie Kim says she has noticed this trend among Millennial dating app users too.
“The culture on dating apps isn’t what it was 10 years ago, or even five years ago,” Susie says.
“There’s more ghosting, there’s potentially less effort being put in and there’s also this feeling that you really have to trawl through lots and lots of people just to find someone who’s on the same page as you … people keep telling me they feel both tired and overwhelmed by the apps.””
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“So, is old-school dating really back?
In short, yes. Susie says while dating apps are unlikely to disappear completely, people are definitely dating differently these days.
“While there’s a proportion of people who have sworn off the apps completely, what I’m seeing among my clients is that they’re now setting limits around how much they’re using them and are taking extended breaks,” Susie explains.
And many are finding inventive ways to make in-person connections.
“People are joining run clubs, for example, specifically with the intent of meeting someone,” Susie says.”
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“Susie suggests simply being more present as you’re going about your day.
“People are often so buried in their headphones or their phone when they’re out and about that they don’t even notice people,” Susie says.
“If you’re single and you’re going to a cafe or even just to the grocery store, instead of being locked on your phone, actually look around, smile at people and if there’s someone you think you might be interested in, start a conversation – you’ve got nothing to lose.””