I’m finding it really hard to find guys that I’m interested in that are also interested in me to date lol.

Does anyone have tips? I’ve pretty much only been trying to use apps and had a few good pairings but usually one of us would friend zone the other or it would fizzle out.

I’m 25 gay male in San Francisco and wondering if it’s a better idea to try to meet organically through interest groups like volunteering or sports.

Any tips or advice appreciated!

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Same, 30s here also in SF. Seems easier to meet new friends than go on dates 😔

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Go old school and go to a bar. That’s how I met my partner of almost four years. And they played gay porn like a sports bar plays football. And we’re monogamous. Funny how seedy the venue was though! I was just looking for a fun night, he was blowing off steam, and we happened to have a ton in common.

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Almost 4 years ago, but I was at my place in south Florida. When I was permanently in NYC I wasn’t single before I got a second home. So I never actually went out there; I know nothing about being single in NYC.

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And take a moment to re-assess your criteria for who you're interested in. I've been with my husband for 10 happy years, but when I was 25, I wouldn't have guessed he'd be my spouse. I've also seen that many long term singles friends of mine have rejected good candidates for BS reasons.

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Thank you for the advice!

My son dates a lot in Portland and can’t seem to get beyond a few dates (maybe two were longer). We talked a lot about that being a challenge when he came out at around age 17. He’s well grounded but also tall handsome wealthy… it’s finding another guy that’s well grounded that’s the problem.

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Did someone say wealthy?! Sign me up. Just kidding

This isn’t advice per se, but i met my husband THE NIGHT i decided to give up. Didn’t even know he was gay or single, just went to a regular local bar to hang out with friends. We’ve been together for 12 years, married for five.
Good luck!

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I agree…the min u stop “looking,” it tends to just show up in your life.

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Yeah it’s tough! Following! lol. I’m in Philly if anyone wants to talk

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I’m in Harrisburg. What’s up?

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I met my partner a year and a half ago on a gay cruise at 44. He’s been my 7th serious relationship in life and I think at this point I was finally ready to settle after finding the right person for me. Is he what I imagined in all aspects? No. Do we have complete honesty, trust and mutual respect and a strong sex life? Yes. He makes me a priority and cares for me like no other man has done.

Apps are terrible. Meeting in person is best.

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Meeting in person via some sort of common interest or activity is better than apps. SF has a lot of options.

Remember that finding a relationship is partially a numbers game. Not having enough chemistry for an LTR is the norm, so don't be too surprised or disappointed when that happens.

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Front runners has groups in many major cities

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Sports!!

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Ive played ice hockey, tennis, volleyball, cycling, running, swimming, ultimate frisbee 🤷🏻‍♂️

Might be worth staying connected to guys you meet on the apps and moved over to friend zone. SF is tiny and easier to go out with a group to meet guys at social events/bars vs doing it solo.

Agree with others that you can upfront about preferences but maybe save immediate need for Grindr/Sniffies.

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