Online Dating; How It's Changing

 

  In the past decade, personal relationships have undergone significant transformations. Let’s explore some key trends and shifts:

1. Online Dating and Apps:

   • The rise of online dating platforms and mobile apps has revolutionized how people meet and connect.
   • Nearly three in 10 U.S. adults have used a dating site or app, making it a popular avenue for finding potential partners1.
   • Dating app success rates vary, but approximately 70% of individuals who met someone on a dating app reported that it led to a romantic, exclusive relationship1.
   • Interestingly, males tend to have more success with online dating than females.
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2. Changing Attitudes:

   • #MeToo Movement: The #MeToo movement has influenced dating dynamics. It has raised awareness about consent, boundaries, and respectful behavior.
   • Perceived Difficulty: Nearly half of U.S. adults (and most women) believe dating has become harder over the last 10 years.
   • Increased Risk: Some people find dating more challenging due to perceived risks, including physical risks and the possibility of scams or deception.
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3. Delayed Marriage and Commitment:

   • People are getting married later in life. Desiring personal growth, career focus, and financial stability often delays commitment.
   • Committed Relationships: Despite changes, many individuals still seek committed relationships. The interest in finding a long-term partner remains strong.
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4. Mental Health Impact:

   • Online Dating Stress: Some struggle with the mental health effects of online dating. The pressure to find a match and the constant swiping can take a toll.
   • Navigating Expectations: Balancing expectations, communication, and vulnerability in relationships can be challenging.
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5. Evolution of Love and Relationships:

   • As social media and technology play larger roles, people question how love and relationships are evolving.
   • Adaptability: Couples learn to adapt through life changes, creating a rich tapestry of memories and lessons over the years.
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   Personal relationships have shifted due to technology, cultural movements, and changing norms. While challenges exist, the desire for meaningful connections remains strong. 

Think before you act.

M.N.Curry

Why relationships fail.

  

  Relationships can fail for various reasons, and it’s difficult to pinpoint a single cause, however, some common reasons include lack of commitment, constant arguing or conflict, infidelity, marrying too soon, unrealistic expectations, different priorities, poor communication, and little intimacy.

  According to a study by psychologists Daks and Rogge from the University of Rochester, psychological inflexibility is a major cause of relationship failure. Psychologically inflexible people not only experience more distress and suffering, but they also experience less satisfaction in their relationships. They are less satisfied with their sex life and show less emotional support towards their partner. Naturally, their partner doesn’t get much satisfaction from the relationship either. Psychologically inflexible people are more likely to act in destructive and abusive ways – from yelling, insulting, pushing, slapping, and abusing their partner.  The end result will be a feeling of insecurity in the relationship and the need to distance themselves. So it's obvious that expectations are blurred due to the lack of honest communication which involves being a good listener and mutual respect.

 Improve your happiness

 M.N.Curry

  

Love Relationships Are Emotional

   Before you lose track of your emotions take a minute to really think about and assess what ramifications of your decision would lead to. This post is for those who have gotten turned around and need to catch up on how a love relationship is supposed to work. which seems like the case of a lot of couples these days.  Real relationships have never been a one-way street or easy for that matter.  Life is difficult enough as it is without constantly having to look over your shoulder to watch your own back.  Trust, honesty, understanding, communication, and these are the most important for a start. It takes time to get to know someone especially if you both plan to take it to the next level.  I know a little about that having been there a couple of times.

  The year was 1981 and I was 29 and living the life roaming all over Germany in my old used BMW 735i even with that my rap needed a little help and like so many other guys at that time, I let the music especially love songs set the mood. There were love songs for just about every situation.  But then music has always been used to set the stage for the next step,  Enter Champaign, with a song called "How Bout Us" just what I needed to set the atmosphere and to spark that emotional OK.  And in remembrance of those bygone days here's something to think about.

                                                                 

                       

Think before you act.

M.N.Curry