The article discusses the author's complicated relationship with dating apps, highlighting the cycle of deleting and reinstalling them out of boredom. Living abroad introduces challenges like cultural differences and language barriers. The author shares humorous yet painful dating app experiences with friends, depicting the absurdity of modern dating culture. Ultimately, the importance of friendship and laughter in easing dating frustrations is emphasized, as is the reality of expectations versus experiences in the world of online dating.
I have a love-hate relationship with dating apps, and I'm sure anyone else who's single and swiping in 2025 can relate.
The expectation-versus-reality of dating apps would be like if you went to a steakhouse but all they had was canned tuna.
Over the years, I've developed some grievances with the apps and dating culture in general.
I've never been more grateful for female friendship. Laughter heals. Honestly? It is pretty funny.
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