In today’s day in age, social media dating is the “new thing” to do. Don’t get me wrong, dating is already complicated enough but I can’t help but think: does online dating really work? There is a certain amount of stigma attached to online dating, like people only using it to hook up or you can’t really find a relationship on it. When did everything change? I miss the elementary school romance of when a boy teased you, it meant he liked you. Or in middle school, passing notes to boys with yes or no boxes to see if he liked you.
Now its endless mind games, the constant uncertainty and especially the insecurity. We have all these new apps and technology to “put ourselves out there” but I can’t help but think that its more complicated than ever.
Bumble, Tinder, and the Endless Apps
I have to admit, I’m a bit of a skeptic about if these apps really work. Call me old fashion but I don’t fully believe that you can base a connection on scrolling and swiping right on someone else’s pictures. I hate using these apps because we judge potential matches from only 6 pictures and 300 word descriptions. How can we choose someone through that limited amount of information given? I know what people say, its just part of the new generation but with all these apps out there, it can be overwhelming and tiresome. Why have people given up on old fashion way? If it was up to me, I would rather meet my significant other through real life than through virtual technology. I can’t be the only person who still feels like this.
What are your thoughts on social media dating? Comment below and let me know if you think these apps are more helpful or harmful!