Just starting to think about dating after ending a 4yr relationship. Haven’t been in the dating game for a while; how are you all meeting people ? Are you using apps or meeting in the wild (aka bars and functions)? Please help me get back in the game!

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A combination of both! If you’re interesting in volunteering or group activities, it’ll give you other avenues of meeting people. Apps are a great way to keep things casual, which helped me after getting out of a serious relationship. Congrats on getting back out there!

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There are a lot of people on apps/online dating who are looking for long term meaningful. You just need to filter, ask the right questions and make sure you find out their intentions.

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Try Hinge and match.com. Ask the person up front what they are looking for. If you are looking for something long term that will lead to marriage, say it! Don’t waste your precious time.

Myself and three of my friends met our husbands/fiancés on bumble!

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There is! I should also suggest, whatever hobby you enjoy doing, go out and do them instead of at home! Gym? Scotch? Cigars? Movie buff? Board games? Sports leagues? Whatever it is, find groups to join that enjoy the same stuff. You can very likely find someone there!

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I’m looking for something more meaningful; volunteering and group activities are a great suggestion

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In the wild and randomly on here 😂

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How is that going?

Dating is so hard. Definitely do both the online thing and try to find groups of people that like to do what you like. Meetup.com

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I dated some Duds on Hinge and The League then ended up meeting my bf of the last 2+ years in the wild at a party. I’d definitely say I lucked up because it was not looking good before meeting him.

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I'm in a similar boat, moved here with my partner last year, and broke up after 3 years recently. I haven't gotten on any apps yet, but I've been focusing on building up my social circle in general. Depending on your comfort level, and as things warm up, it seems like people are going out a bit more now. I've been keeping busy following some of the other recommendations (i.e. volunteering, etc.)

I hope so. Also hoping when my office reopens I’ll be able to meet more people.

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The best way to meet new people is still unfortunately in the wild. Great to make that initial connection in person.

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