Articles tagged Dating

Let's Just Go For Dinner!

As 2024 winds down, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the year that’s passed and dream big for the one ahead.

Chatting with a Person or ChatGPT?

Are you chatting with a person or ChatGPT? There’s no doubt that AI tools can be very useful in helping overcome writer’s block and craft messages. But here’s the question: are you actually connecting with a real person, or chatbot? Are you building a connection with a person or AI?

The Art of Conversation For Dinner Dating

Making meaningful connections when dinner dating often hinges on the art of conversation. When meeting new people, conversational skills can play an important role in connecting. Asking thoughtful questions, actively listening and sharing stories allow everyone at the table to feel valued and included. By striking a balance between speaking and listening and staying positive, conversations can flow more naturally and lead to deeper connections.

Why Singles Are Swapping Apps for Dinner Dating

The dating app scene has left many singles feeling fatigued and disappointed. With endless swiping, ghosting, and profiles hiding behind paywalls, singles are seeking more genuine connections. Dinner dating offers a fun, low-pressure environment, perfect for Aussies who prefer meeting people in person rather than staring at yet another dating profile.

Single and Stuck in a Rut? Add More Joy!

Are you single and feeling stuck in a rut? We get that. Winter can make it hard to find your spark! We get that. Winter can make it hard to find your spark! A new book by Tali Sharot, “Look Again”, shares ways we can find more joy in life. Tips include investing in experiences, taking breaks, adding variety, changing our scenery, embracing more change, and allowing time to adjust. By using these strategies we can boost joy and happiness in our daily lives.

5 Tips to Avoid Dating Scams

If you’re using dating apps it’s important to be aware of scams and stay safe when you’re dating. Online dating scams are becoming more sophisticated in 2024. They typically involve individuals who create fake profiles to trick unsuspecting victims. Read more for our tips to avoid being scammed when using dating apps.

Better Ways to Meet Singles in 2024

If you’re searching for better ways to meet singles, Callum McDermott's recent article, ‘Are We Finally Un-Matching From Dating Apps’, (Broadsheet, May 9th, 2024), is a must read! The piece offers a highly relevant and insightful look into the current dating landscape for singles in Australia. In summary, the author writes in a very honest and entertaining way about his experience with dating apps and the shift towards meeting others in real life.

The Age Dating Edit: Dinner Dating Opportunities

Over the weekend, the Sunday magazine from The Age featured their 'Dating Edit,' sharing inspiring stories of how couples met – from chance encounters at university lectures and music festivals to connections sparked through blind dates and mutual friends. These tales prove that love can blossom anywhere, at any time! Additionally, Sunday Life highlighted excerpts from Jo Peck's biography, 'Suddenly Single at Sixty,' where she embarked on the dating scene with her mantra, "Won't die wondering," venturing into one-on-one dates with new men she met via dating apps.