It’s been non existent because I refuse to allow someone to get that close to me. I’ve been single since 2018 and it’s going to stay that way. After 3 failed relationships, I’ve come to the conclusion that every relationship I get into will eventually result in me getting cheated on, replaced by someone better than me, or both. I know 3 isn’t a lot and that I’m still young, but the idea of getting into relationships trying to find this fairytale ass “the one” and getting hurt over and over and over again doesn’t sit right with me. My mental health is already bad enough as it is, the last thing I need is to be fooled into thinking I’m loved and cared about when in reality I’m just a temporary thing until something better comes along ☹️
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Great! First time entering the dating scene (I started about a couple of weeks ago). I had dates with 3 guys so far. The first one ended up being an asshole who only wanted to use me for my body but was lying to me about it. The 2nd guy was not an asshole necessarily but our beliefs and values didn't match up and had to cut it off with him the next day. The third guy is a gem. We got along so well and approach relationships the same way. The only weird thing for me is how drastically tall he is next to me. He's 6'2 and I'm 5'1 1/2 ish. But he thinks it's cute and I guess I do as well.
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This year? I’ve been causal dating for the first time in my life, Usually I only pursue women who I click with. Finding a women like that takes me a few years at best but every single one of them have been long lasting relationships and each one has been a massive waste of time other than the few lessons I learned of course. So yeah this year I switched it up, I’ve dated about 8 women this year mainly all of them in a matter of weeks/months, I don’t know how I feel about it all tbh right now, I’d say a solid five of the women haven’t been worth any effort. They showed initial interest but wanted too much off the bat, the sixth thought she was in love with me deeply after two weeks but that was just OCD/Bipolar I know that because I have it but learned how to manage that with a structured plan after medication XD
The other two are recent, They both seem attracted to me physically but only one seems to want to get to know me over time personality wise. So yeah from 8 to 1 and that one is a little younger than I’d like,4 years younger than myself (I’m 23) at times I think she may be too young and tbh they thought still lingers as she’s a uni student yet to start finding her own way in the real world. But hey, I see where it goes although I’m yet to feel a spark as such. I suppose to summarise my experience this year has been okay, pretty meh tbh. I think I’ll probably stick to the long lasting relationships every couple of years though this casual shiz isn’t really for me, I don’t enjoy it. I’d rather continue working on myself until I meet the right women for me and hell if I don’t meet her I’ll at least be happy with the man I’d have become.I haven't been on a date in years. I did less, of course, with Covid lockdowns, but last year, when things were opening up a little, still was rough in my personal life, and this year has been so busy. I'm in such a big flux right now in my life, I'm not setting up dates with anyone - it makes little sense to try to start something up and then never see them again.
To be fair, though, I'm sure that even if things were not so busy, I probably would not be dating anyway. I meet very few single women, and the few I meet (who I get along with really well) either aren't interested, or they're busy, or they have some major change in their lives. Plus, with how dating is now, and has been for a long time, there's no flirting, and women are either ridiculously subtle, or not interested. I'd have to do most of the work anyway.
I've had more going on in the last 4 years that have kind of taken away time for trying to date, plus not being good at it... I'm terrible at "the game" and the game constantly changes its rules and outcomes. It's a game where I'm likely to lose... and it's not fun trying to play when I know I'm destined to lose horribly. And to get to a point where I might have a shot is a LOT of work for what reward there might be.I met 5 really nice guys and spoke to 6 others that were just OK.
Anyways out of the 11 I have been seeing one now for 4 months and counting...
I couldn't tell you how things are going since I'm not the most secure person in the world it's just nice to have someone that wants to keep seeing me. I guess..
How long it will last I really don't know... Sometimes I wonder if I'm the only one keeping things going.
On his birthday he seemed to keep pushing things back until I kind of backed him into a corner. Which isn't good.
We've spoken since but no plans to meet.
Maybe he's thinking casual and I'm thinking long term.
He doesn't seem to want to have that conversation.Society really has a weird curve. In the Fall, people start connecting together and forming relationships, in the Spring the relationships start to get weary, in the Summer people start to break up and fool around until fall comes again.
So overall, I have had an OK time and not experienced anything bad, but it seems harder to find women that want to have a genuine relationship. A lot of people in my area are either into friends with benefits, situationship, fooling around, or just have such a warped view of the term "relationship" that its like a minor anxiety attack just hearing the word. I'm not saying any of these are necessarily wrong or bad, because I'm sure people can have peace while participating. Just an interesting observation about the people in my area, and a deep sadness and compassion for people nowadays.From good to bad. Since 2nd November we haven't spoken (Phone wise).
And the last time we texted was 15th November (1 week ago) because she asked for space for a month. We had bad arguments. Before I've always reached out every 4-5 days later when ever she took space. This time she said I mean it, I want my one month. So I'm holding tight not to disrespect her request. I know it's also a small test to see if I respect it at least this time. But fucked up thing is that it's her birthday 2 weeks later and I don't even know if I should text or anything. Feel so down and fucked. So for me it's been bad.This year i dated a guy who was a true gentleman he always treated me with love and respect pulled chair for me open doors for me protected me in public places i am going to always remember him it's just that i couldn't fall in love with him but liked him for the kind of person he was
This is a rather odd answer to this question, as I don’t fit the singles criteria since I’m polyamorous, but I’ll put it bluntly:
- Had a breakup with one of my partners
- Got back with an ex after a really intimate few nights (emotionally intimate, obviously, I don’t think with what’s below the belt when it comes to relationships)
- Got together with two more people
- Broke up with my ex again after we realized that it wouldn’t work as lovers but as friends instead
- Broke up with one of my partners cause they just sorta fell out of love which is fine, it happens
So TL;DR it was interesting, eventful but nothing in particular to talk about unless you want like specifics? I could give that but only if askedI'm an INFJ-A and females always have the wrong intensions bc of the aura i carry with me it's very calming and vibrant and relaxing so they feel at ease with me so some of them will try to fuck me before dating and that's usually a big no but sometimes i do it if i like their personality bc that's what i like about people their personalities and their appearance so i'm picky so it's not going that well but i also don't want to date atm so kinda a me problem bc i look good and am tall and have an amazing personality with great inner confidence.
It's been not so successful... besides acquaintaces. Well, it's a matter of time. Not an excuse. My personality doesn't match with theirs because I am living in the wrong Neighborhood. But I believe that I'll find her and she will find me. It's a matter of time. You keep up shaking until the apple falls from the tree
What else should I say? There is something wrong with me, me, me, do this and that. No be like this guy, change yourself for the sake of a girlfriend. Oh lol. If I was someone I am not, she'll notice it then look strange to me... which I could understand
Awesome it's like you are at your peak of life. Everything is sorted out and life's been good.
And then comes dating ohhh lord!
Imagine talking to a tree that's what's been.
You try and try to pull out words of their mouths and none. Or go on a date and that's it. It's like everyone wants to be forever alone. What is wrong with people.
Still can't really complain been busy with work so dating has been benched.
Yet I'd rather not waste time with people who don't know what they want.It's been 2 years since I've dated anyone. Everyone has such high expectations for their partner. And apparently I don't meet any of their requirements. They seem to want a player or a whore rather than someone who gets no one. And then they are mad when they get cheated on or get left.
In my opinion, those of us who don't get anyone would be better for those who have high expectations for someone. I may not have a great job, I may look ugly, I may be a virgin, but my heart isn't looking for another. It's looking for just one.
I might end up alone. I might end up a virgin my entire life. I might never kiss a woman or share my life with her. But it's better than being hurt over and over again.
My dating experience this year? Haven't had one. Do I try? Yes.
Maybe I'll keep trying.
Someone out there for all of us, yes? I sure hope so.It's been okay, because I'm still single and haven't been on any dates. A number of reasons, mostly not enough hours in a day, and my weekends I prefer to spend doing chores and family time and friends. Lol, sometimes I wonder, where's the time for a significant other, lol.
So it's been okay, I voted. I sometimes think you know, relationships to me, maybe they're overrated. I mean friends and family and work colleagues and work itself even. Where's the time? 😆😆😆😋
Well, let's see..
Me at the start of the year : come on man... you need to get a girlfriend... You're young.. You're supposed to enjoy.. Live a little..
Me every time a girl I like shows interest / hit on me :
I’ve been married for over 34 years. I’m not dating, but I’m sure I’m getting more action than people who are!
Had two first dates and hung out with some other girl. No future with any of them. You could joke and say I "struck out". Heh? Get it? Three girls, no succes. I thought it was funny. But, those experiences made me realize that I'm fine being alone right now. There's a massive amount of freedom that I currently have and it feels great.
I don't bother , single dad to a teen daughter & the desire to date is not there for me. After the marriage I endured & ended , plus I am introverted , means I like being & staying single far too much I do feel sorry for younger guys , I know the vast majority will have zero options.
What dating relationship? I get friendezoned within a minute of meeting a woman and can't get out no matter what I do. I've never been anywhere other than the friendzone, even by professionals and even at a convention of nymphomaniacs. I've completely given up, and everyone who says there are ways out is just spouting bullshit.
I challenge anyone to change my mind.
It’s been great! I’ve been sick for the past two months, but I'm getting better every day and it won’t be long before I’m back in the dating “saddle” so to speak.
I've got cheated on back in Feb. of '21. Took a long break of dating and got into a "relationship" in mid October of '22. That lasted like week and a half. Told myself I won't do it again until next year then a girl I've known for awhile (and really like!!) wanted to hangout and we are about to go on our second date next Sunday. So I guess it's not all bad for me 🤷🏼♂️
Sadly it isn't going well I've still yet to ever go on a date. I keep trying online dating but those that I do take to sadly nothing comes of it. But I am hopeful that il meet someone. It's just hard to continue with it at times. More so when it just comes as a result of them ghosting you but. It is what it is.
I understand that things don't work out and such i just prefer the openness of communicating.
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