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For many people, the new year brings more motivation to focus on making resolutions and changing habits. This increased motivation has also affected our dating habits, with research showing that the best time to use dating apps is this Sunday, January 7th.
This day is known as “Date Sunday” and is known as the busiest day for dating apps all year. According to Tinder, the number of messages sent by users of the app last year was 22% higher than in previous years, and the number of likes sent was 18% higher than in previous years. The effects of having a date on Sunday aren’t just limited to that particular day. Last year, Tinder reported that the highest app usage days of the year were from January 1st to February 14th.
If you’re looking to meet new people, Sunday dates are a great day to start, as dating app usage is higher than average, increasing your chances of finding a potentially motivated match. .
If you’re struggling with online dating and aren’t getting the desired results, consider whether you need to make adjustments to your profile or photos. eHarmony data shows that some of the most common rejections on dating app profiles include:
- There are no solo photos on your profile – 40 percent
- flaunting their wealth – 37 percent
- Age not stated – 33 percent
- Occupation not listed – 21 percent
- Photo with fish – 15 percent
- Height not listed – 14 percent
If you want to increase your chances of success with your app, consider the following tips.
1. Focus on what you want from your profile instead of letting the other party take control.
If you’ve experienced enough disappointments in online dating, it’s not uncommon to want to prevent the same outcome from happening again in the future. To protect themselves and save time, many people choose to focus on deal breakers that they don’t want to write about on their dating profile.
Examples of what this might look like in a dating app bio include, “No one here to respond or waste your time” or “If you’re going to do X, Y, and Z, don’t message me.” Examples include phrases such as “Please.” ā
The problem with this approach is that leading up to everything you don’t want is perceived as negative and can eliminate potential partners who could be great, but know nothing about you. It’s about having sex. Instead of focusing on what you don’t want, consider sharing more about yourself and what you want.
2. Get feedback on your dating profile from someone you trust.
When it comes to online dating, first impressions can make or break your results. Your dating profile is like a movie trailer. If a movie’s trailer doesn’t arouse curiosity, it doesn’t matter how good the movie is because no one will watch it. For this reason, it may be helpful to get feedback from others you trust about your dating profile and whether there is room for improvement.
3. Focus on highlighting your strengths in your profile.
Consider how your family and friends would describe you as a potential marriage partner. Consider three strengths or traits they like about you and how you can include them in your profile.
4. Be intentional with your photos.
One of the most common complaints from dating app users is that potential matches either don’t use up-to-date photos or mostly use group photos. When choosing a photo, consider whether it is recent and whether it accurately represents your current look. Pay attention to whether the number of group photos you use clearly matches which person’s profile you’re looking at.
Additionally, consider how you can express your interests through photography. For example, if your interests are traveling and cooking, you might want to include photos of you participating in both activities to help potential matches understand your personality and the types of activities you enjoy. Please consider.
5. Include profile bait.
Profile bait consists of statements and questions that can be matched with an easy way to start a conversation. For example, if you enter two truths and one lie in your profile, you can prompt potential matches and start conversations by guessing which statements are true and which are false. There are many ways to include helpful prompts in your profile, and many apps offer suggestions for prompts to use or questions you can ask potential matches.
Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional or psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition or health.