If you were to mention ‘long-distance relationship’ a decade ago, people might have sighed in sympathy. A cocktail of time differences, expensive flights, and the heartache of missing someone you love. But, in today’s age of augmented and virtual realities, the narrative is being redefined. Welcome to the era of the Metaverse–a convergence of technology…
Welcome back to the always-intriguing world of digital dating, where swiping right can start a romantic spark, and that glow from your smartphone screen could just lead you to the love of your life. But wait, dear readers, before you upload that picture-perfect filtered selfie, we need to have a heart-to-heart to talk about the…
In the age of digitalization, the boundaries of reality have expanded, leading to the development of remarkable platforms such as virtual reality (VR). Among its diverse applications, VR dating experiences have garnered significant attention. So, let’s talk about how these experiences can actually help us make real connections and the psychology behind them. But first,…
Dating apps are now the norm for most people looking for love; they are the go-to way for us to connect because of their convenience and accessibility to almost everyone. With a simple swipe or a click, it’s quite likely to be connected to a compatible potential partner in your town or even on the…
Imagine yourself strapping on your virtual reality headset, entering an enchanting French café, and sitting opposite a potential compatible match. The sweet aroma of pastries wafts through the air, and Edith Piaf’s “La Vie En Rose” plays softly in the background. While it may sound straight out of a corny rom-com or romance novel, this…
As a Gen X-er, I can say with authority that when observing how the shifting landscape of technological advancements has completely transformed how people connect and form relationships, particularly in online dating, we older folk are a little intimidated. We’re not jealous or bitter that we had to meet people IRL before the advent of…
Who would’ve thought a couple of decades ago that you’d be able to swipe right on someone while sitting in your pajamas, elbow-deep in a bag of Doritos, and binge-watching an entire season of a show on Netflix (or Hulu, or Prime, or AppleTV–there are too many options to list)? And no, I’m not talking…
The all-important dating app profile picture–it’s the first impression you give the digital world, a small square that can hold a thousand words, thoughts, or emotions about you. Ever wondered why someone chooses a specific profile photo? Why did they pick that weird pose? Why that super serious, even stern, face? Or even, why no…
Did you know online dating has become the go-to method for meeting and starting romantic relationships? Of course, you did; how could you not know? Finding a potential partner is easier than ever in the long, storied history of dating–and it’s all at your fingertips. In an age marked more by digital connections than meet-cutes…