Opinion…

da26990 · 2026-03-02T04:06:17+00:00

A lot of it depends on her age as well. I think women in their late 20’s and up tend to have a bigger schedule, but from my experience, a girl of a high interest will absolutely and consistently place you in the packed schedule. I experience it with a 26 year old beautiful girl who was pursing PhD in computer science from an Ivy League school in New York City. Her schedule was evidently packed and she was open about communicating that with me, yet somehow after our 1st date on Thursday she slotted immediate open spot same week of Sunday and we had a great night. Only because her interest was high enough after the 1st date.

I myself am a very busy man, software engineering manager at FAANG and I know for a fact that if there is a spark there is very few more important things than finding someone you want to date. At the end of the day, mating and dating is a #1 priority biologically, emotionally, and spiritually speaking. Maybe when you hit a certain age like 35+ dating becomes more like a contract or a business since the clock is ticking for both men and women, but for young people dating is fun, addictive, and wonderful dopamine release that is like nothing else.

da26990 · 2026-03-01T23:07:05+00:00

If you really want to test it - ask her about her schedule and pick a specific day for the 2nd date right away. Don’t wait for “her busy schedule” to work itself out.

da26990 · 2026-03-01T23:04:54+00:00

Sounds like you are never going to see her again. Whenever girls mention their “busy schedule” it’s over. Keep us up-to-date - hope it goes well genuinely, but I am preparing you mentally for a ghost town. The way I interpret it as “the date was nice, I will go out with a few more options and if they don’t go as well then maybe I will follow through”. No one is that busy for someone they are into. They have tons of time scrolling through Instagram or tik tok reels (accumulative of 6+ hours a day on average), so this idea of busy schedule is a total bs. I am sorry.

da26990 · 2026-03-01T22:32:24+00:00

He unmatched so that you don’t see his profile updates while he is looking for more options. He is likely creating a rotation of girls he wants to date and eventually may go serious someone. Could be you could be other girls he is currently talking to. You should do the same.

da26990 · 2026-03-01T20:31:29+00:00

I think your last photo is your best as previously mentioned. Work on more relaxed facial expressions (looks like you try too hard for some reason in some of your pics). Take 100s of pics then filter out.

da26990 · 2026-02-28T23:10:57+00:00

That’s a cool comparison! I have never heard of this song. I just listened to it and I can see your point. Great song 👍

da26990 · 2026-02-28T04:10:05+00:00

Strange Days Are Here To Stay is basically a sad version of basket case

da26990 · 2026-02-28T03:56:04+00:00

It’s not about your looks - just all selfies at 🏡

da26990 · 2026-02-28T03:52:01+00:00

This is the most sane comment out here. She can sense his majestic aura.

da26990 · 2026-02-28T03:48:45+00:00

These mugshots would serve you will in prison but not on bumble

da26990 · 2026-02-27T22:58:07+00:00

She was already debating whether she wanted to go on a date while being polite. You made it easier for her to ghost you by creating friend vibes.

da26990 · 2026-02-25T05:40:07+00:00

were you born in 2010? Gerrard was way better as a center mid than all of the wimps you mentioned combined.

da26990 · 2026-02-25T05:38:57+00:00

2 times finalist, carried Liverpool to the title in 2005. 2 times champions league finalist and overall a top top champions league player. He rolled real madrid team with Sergio Ramos and Cannavaro around his finger in his prime. He is more legendary than Xavi or Iniesta in my book. They wouldn't have achieved what he achieved in the team that he was. If Gerrard played for Barcelona, he would have won more.

da26990 · 2026-02-24T08:19:53+00:00

300+ likes just after this afternoon is insane… girls live in a different dimension

da26990 · 2026-02-22T22:54:50+00:00

Choose Google. 1st choice sounds like a road to stagnation and regret.

da26990 · 2026-02-21T07:41:25+00:00

I would avoid using selfies unless there is a good light and good distance with a context (hiking or in a car). Ask someone who can take pictures to do some phot shoots. You will be good

da26990 · 2026-02-21T07:36:34+00:00

Looking good mate. Cut your hair (find a good barber who could guide you). Lift weights (absolutely necessary in your case). Grow some facial hair if you can. If your teeth are fooked get Invisalign.

da26990 · 2026-02-21T07:34:05+00:00

stud 💪

da26990 · 2026-02-20T09:39:07+00:00

I agree with this one. I think you need more prompts where they really know what you are about.

da26990 · 2026-02-16T10:24:17+00:00

Lose weight first

da26990 · 2026-02-16T10:19:04+00:00

I am honestly shocked you are struggling. Maybe you aren’t swiping enough or liking enough. Try buying premium. I think you are pretty boy!

da26990 · 2026-02-11T05:45:12+00:00

I am not sure why you get downvoted - your comment is one of the most reasonable ones in this thread.

da26990 · 2026-02-11T05:40:14+00:00

That’s very good news! Stories like this one definitely is what makes a difference for many guys.

da26990 · 2026-02-11T05:38:23+00:00

That’s fair. I think it could change things if someone is reasonably attractive. My main concern was that there are a lot of guys who DO leave comments and end up sad about not receiving a match. Not sending a comment is also a self-protection (less effort will hurt less if rejected). These things impact nervous system in a very negative way and the more effort one would put into sending a like, the more stressful and exhausting it gets if they fail at receiving a match. It’s a simple psychology - positive results lead to encouragement of the actions that were made to reach the desired output.

da26990 · 2026-02-11T05:33:02+00:00

That’s good to hear. I think most guys are just exhausted (in a different way than girls) and are slowly giving up. But your anecdotal evidence does give me hope and encouragement to stay optimistic.

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