Dating is never easy.
But what makes dating after 30 different from dating in your 20s?
Turns out, there’s a lot.
This means that the dating pool after 30 isn’t quite what it used to be.
Laura Ryan, a licensed marriage and family therapist, certified hypnotherapist, and certifiedImago Relationship Therapistagreed.
With fewer potential partners to choose from and no wing woman, things can be a little tough.
Jess O’Reilly, Astroglide’s resident sexologist.
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She told me that traditional dating apps don’t have what she’s looking for.
“Another major transition in the 30s is being more set on one’s values and preferences.
Younger women are perceived as more ‘fun’ with fewer expectations and a more youthful appearance and body.”
“In your 30s, chances are you’ve already had a few relationships.
Chances are, if someone else is doing it too, you may have more in common.
“The 20-something scene typically means going to a loud bar to meet singles.
“Finding some common ground and interest creates a deep bond faster.”
Networking is king
But how can you find new activities and meet new people with shared interests?
It turns out, networking isn’t just for finding a new job!
“I need to find someone more into sports and less into heavy drinking and partying.”
“Dating apps over the age of 30 tend to focus more on meaningful relationships and specific interests.
If you’re an audiophile, there’s an app to meet other audiophiles, and so on.”
It isn’t just about planning, though, it’s also about behavior during and after the date.
“People in their 30s want to know who they’re dating and how it affects their wallets.
An entrepreneur with huge debt is sometimes less attractive than a social worker with high credit.”
Financial experts like Kerri Moriarty, who is a founding team member ofCinch Financial, agree.
So join a networking group, download some new apps, and get out there!
Your dream partner is waiting.
