Dating Detox: Is It Time For a Break From Dating Apps?

Sometimes more is not better

Adulting in your 30s
3 min readOct 29, 2023

Dating can be fun. Dopamine inducing. An ego boost.

But it can also be soul sucking. Energy draining. A total drag.

If you find yourself in the second category lately, you’re not alone.

The Relationship Recess

Dating is a roller coaster — mixing butterflies with crushing anxiety.

From time to time, we all need some Dating Detox.

Yes, it’s like hitting pause on your romantic escapades to give yourself the TLC you truly deserve.

Let’s dive into the why, the how, and the occasional burst of laughter that accompanies the dating detox journey.

Is It Time For a Break?

Ever felt like you’re on a never-ending carousel of coffee dates, walks around town, and uninspring small talks?

If your love life resembles a rom-com on repeat or a blur of quickly swiped away faces, it might be high time for a dating detox.

Dating burnout is real. Recognize the signs, and consider putting your romantic pursuits on pause.

The Art of Saying No: Turning Down Dates Like a Pro

Declining a date doesn’t mean you’ve given up on love; it means you’re prioritizing yourself.

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Adulting in your 30s

Musings and self reflections of a 30 something who feels like an adult but a kid at the same time