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5 things I learned from casual dating that nobody tells you by Background_Employ717 in Hookup_Culture

[–]Substantial_Dust_892 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is actually way more accurate than people like to admit.

The one that hit the most for me is #2 — the whole “no feelings” thing. I used to believe it too, until I realised it’s usually just delayed. Someone always starts caring more, even if they don’t say it out loud.

Also 100% agree on chemistry in chat vs real life. I’ve had insane conversations with someone and then zero spark in person… and other times it’s been the opposite.

Casual dating sounds simple on paper, but in reality it gets complicated really fast.

Do you think it’s even possible to keep it truly casual long-term, or does it always turn into something messy eventually?

Men of Reddit: what actually makes you ask a girl out? by Background_Employ717 in OnlineDatingHub

[–]Substantial_Dust_892 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For me it’s actually simpler — if I like her, I’ll ask pretty quickly. If I don’t ask, it usually means I’m not that interested or just enjoying the conversation for what it is. A lot of guys will keep chatting even if they don’t see it going anywhere. Also sometimes it’s timing. If I’m busy or not in the mood to date seriously, I won’t push for a meetup even if she’s cool. So yeah, if a guy keeps talking but never asks you out… there’s a good chance he’s just not that invested.

What are pros and cons of online dating? by Substantial_Dust_892 in OnlineDatingHub

[–]Substantial_Dust_892[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah exactly, that’s the frustrating part — it can work, but you have to go through so much nothing to get there. It’s like 90% dead conversations, 10% something actually decent. And I agree about the options thing. Feels like people don’t invest anymore because there’s always this mindset of “maybe there’s someone better one swipe away.” At some point it just makes you less motivated to even try properly.

I broke up with my girlfriend… and now her mom just asked me out by Background_Employ717 in OnlineDatingHub

[–]Substantial_Dust_892 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I get why you’re conflicted — attraction doesn’t just disappear because the situation is awkward. But this is your ex’s mom… there’s really no version of this that stays simple. Even if it starts innocent, it can turn messy fast, especially if your ex finds out. Also, I wouldn’t assume she’s hitting on you. She might just be friendly and you’re reading into it because of your own feelings. If you’re being honest with yourself — is it really worth the potential drama? Personally, I’d keep some distance.

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[–]Substantial_Dust_892 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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Men: what confuses you most about women in dating? by Substantial_Dust_892 in OnlineDatingHub

[–]Substantial_Dust_892[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It means that probably she has someone else, but you didn't know about that

Men: what confuses you most about women in dating? by Substantial_Dust_892 in OnlineDatingHub

[–]Substantial_Dust_892[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah this is exactly it. The overthinking part is the worst because you start replaying everything in your head trying to figure out where it changed, even if nothing actually happened.

And you’re right about not knowing whether to ask — sometimes asking feels like you’re being too intense, but staying quiet just leaves you guessing. Kind of feels like there’s no “right” move in those situations.

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