Handle/Navigate Dating

How To Handle/Navigate Dating Apps

Know What You Are Looking For

It is important to know the sense of humor, personality and character greatly vary from one person to another. For this reason, knowing what you are looking for on apps beforehand can make your dating life a lot easier.

Prioritize In Perso Meetings

In-person meetings will help you know the real character and personality of someone you have been texting or video chatting with for weeks. The more you hide behind the keyboard, the more you will be disappointed when you finally find out they are not your match.

Always Pay Attention While on Dates

One thing with dates is that they will always teach you a thing or two. For this reason, a good amount of attention can do a lot for your relationship or your life in general.

What To Watch Out for When Using Dating Apps

Whether you are looking for casual sex or long-lasting relationships on dating apps, your safety should come first. That is why you may want to avoid people that are overly curious about your personal life and those with suspicious accounts or profiles.

How To Deal with Certain Types of People

It hurts to say but you will meet people who will ghost, flake or breadcrumb you. If you experience any of this, remember you are not the problem. Someone just decided to walk out of your life which is completely fine.

Julia Davis

Mental health expert
MS, University of Latvia

I am deeply convinced that each patient needs a unique, individual approach. Therefore, I use different psychotherapy methods in my work. During my studies, I discovered an in-depth interest in people as a whole and the belief in the inseparability of mind and body, and the importance of emotional health in physical health. In my spare time, I enjoy reading (a big fan of thrillers) and going on hikes.

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