It’s been trending this way for years, but seeing it graphed out like this is shocking.

What do you think are the effects of this drastic change?

  • @[email protected]
    link
    fedilink
    English
    1310 hours ago

    The last really serious relationship started by meeting at a bar.

    It was great because there was no expectations when we first started talking so the conversation was just natural, just two people talking. We exchanged numbers and soon started dating. I really think that it worked was because it was just an accidental meeting and we were both relaxed and had no ulterior motive.

    I also think because dating in the wild there are fewer filters and few options, so you go with what you got. They may not be perfect but it’s better than sitting around swiping for the perfect person that may not exist.

    • oce 🐆
      link
      fedilink
      English
      231 minutes ago

      They may not be perfect but it’s better than sitting around swiping for the perfect person that may not exist.

      I actually appreciate having information on personality, background, hobbies and dating intentions up-front, rather than play a guessing game for hours or days.

    • @[email protected]
      link
      fedilink
      English
      46 hours ago

      Yup. I’m an awkward fellow but still have far better results approaching people in bars than on apps. People on apps are constantly pursuing the perfect match (including their perfect match) so everyone is collectively disappointed.