Friday, March 19, 2010

Pick of the Week: Online dating

When we were kids, online dating consisted of middle aged old men and crazy cat ladies that had no other way of tracking down that special someone. These days, there are countless dating Web sites that help lonely individuals search out their ultimate compatibility. 

That's why online dating sites get my 20-something Pick of the Week.

Recently, I have discovered that online dating sites have attracted a slew of those under the age of 30. I'll be the first to admit that I have tried online dating. And it has even worked.  Here are a few reasons why I believe online dating works for the quarter life crowd.
  • We are just too busy to date. Trying to be rockstars in "the real world", trying to find jobs that will make us rockstars, or just trying to get through school, many of us are working upwards of 50 hours a week and simply don't have time to find dates.
  • Bars don't cut it anymore. Be honest, bars have rarely helped anyone find long lasting love.
  • It seems hopeless. Broken heart after broken heart has caused many 20-somethings to just give up on the traditional dating.
  • First dates are like interviews. They are stressful. You need to look your best, put on a dog-and-pony show, and master the art of small talk. the beauty of online dating is you get a dating resume or application if you will, that helps you weed out the duds.
  • You know your on the same page. By going to sites like Match.com, you are ensuring that you are finding someone who is looking for the same things you are. 
So here is to you, online daters. May you tell many entertaining stories as to how you met your new beau.
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4 comments:

  1. Kyle J SilvaMarch 22, 2010 at 9:14 PM

    I have tried online dating, and known many others who have as well. The main reason I think it's catching (and hanging) on is because it is so so hard to find somebody who has more than one or two common interests, but online you just plug in your filters (or some sites tell you who's best for you) and strike up a conversation. Now some people really like the 'opposites attract' aspect of dating. However if you're looking for somebody who you will really relate to, its a great tool.

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  2. AnonymousMarch 22, 2010 at 9:37 PM

    i love this post... although i have to tell u i met my finace in a bar :)

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  3. Chelsea Talks SmackMarch 23, 2010 at 8:51 PM

    back in the day before I met my love i looked at match...ekk...yeah, no luck there.

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  4. LizJune 28, 2010 at 4:39 PM

    @Kyle, so true. And I am so glad to see you are following me

    @MB thanks for reading! And hey, if it works, it works! Best of luck to you and the lucky guy.

    @Chelsea Some people love it and others not so much. Just found out that both of my parents are now following my lead and trying it out... which terrifies me

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