WHY ONLINE DATING FEELS SAFER WITH DISTANCE

The concept seems counterintuitive. How can dating someone 5,000 miles away feel safer than dating someone in your own city? The safety I’m referring to isn't physical; it's emotional. In traditional dating, the physical aspect can often rush or cloud the emotional connection. There's a pressure—both internal and external—to move things forwa

In the world of online dating, we’re all guilty of curation. We choose the photo from the perfect angle, with the best lighting. We use filters to smooth out our skin and hide our tired eyes. It’s a digital masquerade ball where everyone is presenting a polished, idealized version of themselves. I played this game for years, believing it was ne