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Are you a 30 or 40 something year old that has yet to settle down? Share your battles, advice and find the one 😉
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Have any of you used a matchmaker? I’m thinking about starting this focused on 35-55 age range and my metro area in the upper Midwest

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Saw this guy at the coffee shop… how do I approach him lol he is cuteeee

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The classic question: can men and women be platonic friends if some level of attraction is involved on one or both sides?

Go!

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I need to go to therapy for better coping in a new relationship. He doesn’t need to know anything, since he is busy and not “at fault”. I also need to distant myself a little over the next few days so… more

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Ever connected with someone through this bowl only to get ghosted or go through a breakup? We want to hear your story.

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Relationship rant: my girlfriend hates every single gift I get her and ends up returning it. For once, I just want her to accept it and say thank you love - just once.

Feel stupid for tracking the gift online for… more

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Having difficulty letting go of someone who has many qualities I want in a life partner due to severe alcohol dependency.. anyone experience something similar? Did you stay or leave?

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Why are men in their 30s and 40s ‘unsure’ about if they want kids or not? Is this simply just a way to get more matches or is it sometimes an honest response? If the latter, why does this happen at th… more

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Getting on bumble since I m traveling tomorrow lmao

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New relationship question.

We are both in our 40s. Been seeing each other exclusively for about 3 months now.

If / when / how do you have a conversation about expense sharing? We have gone out to eat many times, but she hasn&… more

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I'm pretty sure my ex was a narcissist. 48 male who knows 9 trades n can cook professionally. Have my own business. Working on myself and so much. Looking to make friends, kinda shy and new to… more

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Leaving this ‘30s & 40s Singles’ bowl. One woman here mentioned she’d be open to getting to know the real identity of people, so I shared my LinkedIn with her - but never heard back. No hard feeli… more

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You’ll be putting in effort to try to understand someone’s point of view of something with a million questions, and then boom, they finally ask you a question “what’s your favorite food”

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Xavier solved the mystery

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I’m a 38M, divorced about two years back. I’m reasonably healthy and financially stable.

In the last two years, I’ve met three women, all around my age group. I’m starting to notice that all these women carry int… more

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Friend: how are the dating apps going
Me: well the guy is who I've been talking to recently told me that he was legally married so....not good

😩 Ugh if you're legally married - please don'… more

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As a 37yo single mom, what would be the age bracket of men you would most prefer to date/have a relationship with?

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When discussing relationships and what men and women want, why is it that when we speak about the top 5%, the focus is on looks, wealth, and intellect and not character, spirituality, and mental stabi… more

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Anyone else notice how many bots are named Marisol or Marisi on dating apps? Is it just me?

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In a situation - want advice. Met guy, instant chemistry. First date was fabulous - PDA even. Went home. Could’ve slept over but we realized the ONLY thing we’re not compatible with is the desire for kids. Otherwise, S… more

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Chicago ladies. Of all the places you visit, where are you most open to being approached? Gym, grocery, any others place (specify)?

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I’ll be flying to NYC at least once a month now - new client, new adventure. I’ll probably be around the evening of Wednesday, July 23rd… if anyone’s in the mood for good vibes, great convo, and a chill catch-up.… more

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Swipe Struggles: What Men and Women Really Face on Dating Apps

Women often complain about how tough dating apps are—not because they don’t get matches, but because the men they want won’t commit. For m… more

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It’s always a huge bummer when you’re jiving with someone super well, but then discover you have different goals as far as kids/no kids go.

What other deal breakers do you all have?

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It’s always the men who say they “don’t like drama“ who cause the most drama smh

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We all want a loving relationship, but don’t want to put in the work required. We are such pathetic creatures, I love you so much, I know you love me too. Let’s put in the necessities and nature will … more

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I am very uncomfortable with spontaneous plans when I first met someone, since I would feel like they don’t respect my time. Like when a guy finishes his work and asks “can I see you now?” No you can’… more

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Anyone here have experience with the 8 series BMWs ?

I'm looking at the M850i or M8.

Its among the last of the BMW V8s !

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Hi, I'm new to a reborn life and am in a constant state of beginners mind. I want to spread knowledge, love and joy to all. I have a question: What are you grateful for today?

I'm grateful I ha… more

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Yikes, everyone swiped left on my profile… 🤣😳

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Recently moved to the DFW area. 34 M. How do you make new friends in a new city?

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Dating for 35+ men seems to be much easier than for women right?

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Anyone else feel similar? I have dated long enough to say I usually have made decisions about whether I want to sleep with him on first date. Second and third is about dragging it out like a “lady”. -… more

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I really hate to say this but I really do think we’re gonna have to just settle. At least with someone who doesn’t make you crazy.

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Weekend mornings are the loneliest. How do you cope? 38F

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Is The League any better than any of the other apps?

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What does this so-called ‘male loneliness epidemic’ mean to you?

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30F and looking to make new friends in and around NYC

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Why does anyone that asks me out end up rescheduling the date? I understand things happen but I can’t keep being inconvenienced by people I’m not even sure about you know? Does no one care about first… more

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