Among all the standout giants in the moving and ever-changing world of digital dating, where the heart’s yearning for connection rubs shoulders with the cutting edge of technology in 2024, two giants stand out: Tinder and Bumble. They’ve gone from mere apps to growing into cultural phenomena that shape how we move about in the
Navigating the intricate dynamics of love and commitment, mentally strong couples embark on a journey that sets them apart. These couples, fortified by mental strength and good habits, face both the calm and the tempests of life hand in hand. With years of therapy under my belt and a deep interest in the mechanics of
As we tiptoe into 2024, with its promise of new beginnings and resolutions galore, I find myself pondering the fabric of our daily lives: our relationships. This introspection was kindled by a fascinating New York Times article, a treasure trove of wisdom from therapists, sex therapists and researchers, and those who have been known for
Wedding season. According to most romcoms and sitcoms, it’s the time of year that single people hate the most, probably because their core premise is that if you don’t have a significant other, you must cry yourself to sleep every night, hugging a cat/tub of Ben and Jerry’s. In reality, of course, it’s an opportunity
You’ve probably heard of sugar babies and sugar daddies at some point, and the concept of sugar dating is often met with criticism whenever the topic is brought up. There are also a lot of misconceptions surrounding sugar dating. This causes unwarranted negative opinions and judgemental stances on sugar dating, but the fact is,
There are some people who look at an international emergency and think of the best way to help everyone. Captain Tom, for example. There are others who decide to make everything more unpleasant for everyone. With lockdowns imposed, bars closed and meetups discouraged, lots of people turned to online dating in 2020 and 2021. Shut
I was very excited when, in 2006, Time Magazine made me person of the year. Technically, they made everyone person of the year, but I believe that other people having accomplished the same thing as you should not detract from your individual achievements. Much later (although the exact date is being debated by experts, we
Long distance relationships are hard, there are no ifs and buts about it. In my line of work I often see steady couples with strong connections break apart because of distance. If you and your partner find yourself in a situation where you are divided by miles more than by anything else, I have a
In 2009, dating app Badoo was ranked as being the worst dating app to protect its users’ privacy. 12 years later, it’s making some changes. A new feature called Screenshot Block, rolled out in June 2021, will prevent users from screenshotting anything on the app – provided they use an Android phone. Anyone with an
It seems that not a week goes by without seeing another story about a date gone horribly wrong. With stories of stalking, sexual assault, and occasional murder, it is a grim reminder that the fun of dating apps can sometimes bring about safety concerns. While there are a number of things that users can do
