“Exploridating” May Be The Key To Stepping Out Of Your Comfort Zone And Seeing New Types Of People To Have Success In The Dating Scene
Are you entering the new year disappointed by the number of dates you went on last year?
Whether you’re trying to find your soulmate or have simply been wanting to put yourself out there more, you can’t be afraid to go on some dates.
But here’s the thing – if you don’t go into the dating world with an open heart and mind, you won’t have as much success.
So, in honor of the new year and a new cycle of dating, I would recommend “exploridating.”
What is exploridating? It’s a term used to describe dating outside your usual type of people and approaching the dating world with a more open and adventurous mindset.
If you’ve been dating for over a year, you’ve probably noticed that everyone has a type or has set preferences and expectations.
While it’s great to have a set of decent expectations for a partner that ensure they’re not rude or nasty, exploridating is all about dropping some of the expectations that are too high or unrealistic.
Living in a world of online dating has made some of us more picky than ever, as we can just eliminate people we don’t want to talk to for one reason or another with a simple swipe.
However, if you’re going to try exploridating, start looking beyond superficial things like appearance and height.
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For instance, instead of insisting on being with a guy over six feet tall, look for someone who shares your interest in animals. Instead of solely dating brunettes, look for someone you think would be fun to travel with.
Exploridating not only involves dating outside your ‘type,’ but it’s also about finding dates in new ways. It’s time to ditch dating apps for a little while and put yourself out there.
Start introducing yourself to new people in social settings – it doesn’t have to be a bar!
Sign yourself up for classes or attend events you’re interested in and talk to people at those events. Don’t be afraid to put yourself out there and ask someone out to drinks or if they’d like to grab a cup of coffee.
If you’ve been having a hard time with dating, consider 2024 the year of exploridating and get yourself out there!
You never know who you’ll meet when you let go of some superficial expectations and open your heart. Good luck!
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