OLD - do’s and don’ts

[FallenFigs]

This has probably been done to death but….

What are your best hints and tips? I would really rather not tbh but also need to get back out there and it seems this is one of the only ways.

How do you get over the cringe? I’ve been on an app since last week, and find the whole thing extremely cringe. Lacking photos that are suitable, don’t love the whole ‘writing about yourself’ thing blah blah.

I absolutely hate OLD but it is probably the easiest place to meet people.

I think Hinge is my favourite, I’ve been on dates with 4 different guys from there recently and they’ve all been nice enough. Although as seems to be the norm, super keen, texting all the time only to start with the slow replies after a few dates. When they start that I just can’t be bothered so stop all contact.

The more dates you go on the easier it gets. I was sick with nerves on the first one but now I’m fine, still nervous but not terribly.

How does Hinge actually work?? I mean, the fact you can send roses is really not helping the cringe factor.

That said, I have received none! I’ve received likes. Is the idea that you then respond to likes from anyone who you’re interested in?

And presumably same in reverse? What’s the etiquette??

and how long until you see someone you know…?

Yes, Personally I prefer it to Tinder. Yes I just go through the people that have liked me and like the ones I’m interested in back.

All the guys I’ve met on there I’ve met within 1/2 weeks of chatting. I usually talk to them on there for a bit, then if they ask for my number I give them it and then they will usually ask to meet up. I usually suggest a walk or a coffee first, just a short date then go for dinner or something next.

The more you do it the easier it gets, I’m not a fan of OLD and would much rather meet someone in real life but the chances of that happening are slim. Although I’ve met guys on Hinge I’m not sure any of them where looking for a long term relationship, maybe that’s why I’ve only got to the 4th date🤣 I’ve never slept with any of them.