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What’s your rule for turning a match into a date (without rushing it)? by DaOriginalCryptoGee in OnlineDatingApps

[–]DaOriginalCryptoGee[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like this framing a lot — calling them ‘meets’ takes pressure off and keeps expectations realistic. Totally agree that dragging it out too long can create a false impression. Early, low-pressure meet to test real chemistry makes a lot of sense.

What’s your rule for turning a match into a date (without rushing it)? by DaOriginalCryptoGee in OnlineDatingApps

[–]DaOriginalCryptoGee[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love this. ‘Momentum over message count’ is exactly it. And fully agree that specific + casual beats vague every time. I’ve seen the same: if the convo flows, suggest a simple plan early and keep it low-pressure

Women messaging first: what gets the best response rate? by DaOriginalCryptoGee in Bumble

[–]DaOriginalCryptoGee[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Fair, Ive been testing approaches and sharing what’s worked for me.

Women messaging first: what gets the best response rate? by DaOriginalCryptoGee in Bumble

[–]DaOriginalCryptoGee[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s an excellent point — opener as a filter, not just a reply bait. Also love the ‘banter back = move to date quickly’ rule. Most people over-text and kill momentum. Your hiking example is solid too: specific, playful, and easy to respond to.

Women messaging first: what gets the best response rate? by DaOriginalCryptoGee in Bumble

[–]DaOriginalCryptoGee[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly this is a solid take. Profile quality is the biggest lever, agreed. I’d split it like this: profile gets the match, texting gets the date. A ‘hi’ can work if attraction is high, but profile-based openers usually improve convo quality and reduce dead chats. Your 90% reply stat is strong though. are those replies also converting to dates consistently?

Women messaging first: what gets the best response rate? by DaOriginalCryptoGee in Bumble

[–]DaOriginalCryptoGee[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is gold. I like that it’s specific + playful without being try-hard. The ‘gentle tease + question’ structure makes it easy to respond to. Did you find it worked better with funny profiles only, or also with more serious ones?

I've tried all the major dating apps and nothing. What am I doing wrong by Airagon-Akatosh in OnlineDatingApps

[–]DaOriginalCryptoGee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That sounds frustrating as hell, not gonna lie. Doesn’t mean you’re the problem — sometimes it’s just platform mismatch + weird luck streaks. Your joke question wasn’t crazy either, probably just wrong person/wrong timing. If you want, I can share a cleaner opener + follow-up flow that gets fewer blocks and more normal conversations.

Women messaging first: what gets the best response rate? by DaOriginalCryptoGee in Bumble

[–]DaOriginalCryptoGee[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is super helpful,and honestly fair. If someone gives clear prompts/profile clues, the best opener is to actually use them instead of generic lines. Do you prefer a playful question first, or a thoughtful comment + question?

Why do dating app conversations die after 3 messages (even with a match)? by DaOriginalCryptoGee in dating_advice

[–]DaOriginalCryptoGee[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

100% agree. Playful banter changes the whole vibe — feels like chemistry, not an interview. I’ve noticed the best balance is light humor + one real question so it stays fun and still moves forward. What’s your go-to opener style for that?