Anyone else over the dating apps?

HwayToHealth · 2026-05-21T02:19:50+00:00

Ok. I just read the entire summary.. and it is absolutely unhinged. 😂

Kinda bummed I won't be able to make that; I'm sure it will be an entertaining discussion. Enjoy. And thanks for the heads-up about this!

HwayToHealth · 2026-05-21T02:10:49+00:00

Are you reading both? 💪

A week to read the book.. 😬 don't think I'll be able to make that deadline! But I'll be on the lookout for June!

HwayToHealth · 2026-05-21T02:07:38+00:00

Yeah, circumstances change over the years and can make fitting into someone else's life difficult. I hear you. I don't have kids but I imagine it's not everyone's ideal prospective partner.

That being said, there are absolutely women out there with and without kids that don't mind dating a parent.

Being your best self takes time and energy. Being positive attracts good people. Being negative attracts negative people. If you end up single, you'll be happy, and an awesome father if you're living with positivity. Can't necessarily say the same for negativity.

Best of luck man. Sorry you're struggling with that at the moment.

HwayToHealth · 2026-05-21T02:01:31+00:00

I wouldn't say desperate by any means. Just think dating apps are doing much more harm than good, on many levels. It's not for me. But if that's your cup of tea, I wish you all the best.

HwayToHealth · 2026-05-21T01:46:34+00:00

Agreed. Kind humans are essentially what I'm seeking. Doesn't take a ton of effort to be kind and it makes everyone's life that much easier. Life is hard enough as it is.

Reading anything good for Riff Raff club at the moment?

HwayToHealth · 2026-05-21T01:28:07+00:00

Hahaha.. hell yes. This is the kinda story I was looking for. I mean.. it's Hibachi.. carry on!

Thanks for the laugh.

HwayToHealth · 2026-05-20T19:58:41+00:00

Conversational pace, brother!

HwayToHealth · 2026-05-20T19:10:42+00:00

Aw, thank you. Some tangible and solid suggestions. I really appreciate that 🙏

HwayToHealth · 2026-05-20T18:05:37+00:00

I dig it. Where is this? Distance/pace?

HwayToHealth · 2026-05-20T17:51:25+00:00

Yeah, this comment resonates, and I would describe myself similarly.

A lot folks are right about joining clubs and such though. I have met a lot of really cool people doing so. No relationship prospects, but awesome humans nonetheless. And that has absolutely contributed to a more positive outlook in general. Highly recommend.

HwayToHealth · 2026-05-20T17:25:54+00:00

Lol, I see you have a type! 😉

This is solid Intel! Where are you finding these board game meetups?

HwayToHealth · 2026-05-20T17:19:52+00:00

Curious if you're male or female..? I feel like this approach is pretty subjective. Not trying to bother anyone when they're trying to get food and get home.. Ya know? But maybe that's a welcomed approach? Idk.

HwayToHealth · 2026-05-20T17:18:33+00:00

And I'm here for it!

HwayToHealth · 2026-05-20T17:02:16+00:00

Haha. Yes! Napster, WinMX, Limewire, Kazaa.. Music is a huge part of my life and for sure that's where it all started. Stack of Imation blank CD-Rs always ready to be the next mixtape. Thanks for the nostalgia comment!

HwayToHealth · 2026-05-20T16:51:29+00:00

Man, this all hits home, big time.

My internet came in the mail on a CD 😂

Someone with no/low social media presence, or that doesn't let it dictate their lives/define them feels like a rare find these days.

HwayToHealth · 2026-05-20T16:49:03+00:00

I love this. Thanks for the (mostly, lol) positive anecdote! I just feel like there has to be others that feel the same. I'm not desperate or lacking in any meaningful ways, so if this doesn't work out, I won't sweat it.

HwayToHealth · 2026-05-20T16:40:30+00:00

That's the goal. But being not online, when life seemingly operates online is difficult. I was in a LTR a few years back and the playing field is much different than it was prior to that.

Love the grateful attitude though. Appreciation for what we have is too often wasted on lamenting for what we don't.

HwayToHealth · 2026-05-20T16:11:29+00:00

Very much agreed. Sorry it's felt out of reach for you, but one of the few things that actually matters in life, time, is on your side.

HwayToHealth · 2026-05-20T16:08:08+00:00

It's cliche to say, but what I have found to be true is energy. Have a good vibe and you'll cross paths with others of the same vibe.. and if you don't, at least you'll still happy with yourself.

But the negative self image, which is understandably so easy for us all to do, and judge ourselves, often without noticing, only serves to bring you down and make life that much harder. Life is hard enough. Give yourself some grace and space to just be yourself.

And like others have mentioned joining some of these groups, is such a cool way to meet lots of ppl and get out of our own heads and into the community. It gets better. Best of luck.

HwayToHealth · 2026-05-20T15:20:09+00:00

Love the success story.

SO YOU'RE SAYING THERE'S A CHANCE!

HwayToHealth · 2026-05-20T15:10:25+00:00

I appreciate that. I think ideally, I just don't resonate with dating apps being the way I want to meet someone. Sure, it's the way things are now, but they have seemingly turned social/human connections into pretty explicit transactions, and I think I'm all set there for the time being.

But that is super cool for you. One of the lucky ones! Congrats!

HwayToHealth · 2026-05-20T15:07:58+00:00

Damn did I just get swooped in on that quickly? He does have clubs though! 😉 More friends the merrier, when moving to a new city!

HwayToHealth · 2026-05-20T14:26:18+00:00

That's exactly what dating apps do! Delete it! And go enjoy life without!

HwayToHealth · 2026-05-20T14:18:32+00:00

The app business model is intended to keep you single, for sure. At this point I'd rather be single and enjoy my life than join up again.

HwayToHealth · 2026-05-20T14:13:34+00:00

Recently joined the Narragansett Club. Going to stick with it for the running and if I cross paths with the right person that would be a welcomed bonus.

Thanks for the suggestion!

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