It has been said countless times; whether it be from parents, older siblings, or close relatives… “Don’t talk to strangers.” With society in a social media advancement, however, this piece of advice becomes slightly less applicable to everyday lives when it is nearly inevitable to restrict oneself in conversing with only people one knows. Tinder, one of the most popular recent apps, is known for connecting people of all ages as a dating facilitator used by millions of young people across the nation.
When one is young and has multiple responsibilities including jobs, school, and other extracurricular activities, it can often be difficult to prioritize and make the time to put emphasis on love. Why not make it easier than ever before by pressing a button and connecting with an attractive guy or girl in just seconds? The convenience of Tinder is why the app is so successful and popular in doing what it was designed to encourage.
Going on tinder allows people to connect with geographically close people based upon mutual interest. But why is this so popular among college men and women? A fantastic aspect of this dating app is the fact that it allows us to meet others that satisfy all ideas of what a partner should be like (on paper that is). Unfortunately, it does not measure chemistry, which most claim is one of the most important aspects to have in a relationship.
Although the app is so convenient and makes dating easier than it has ever been with a hectic schedule, there is always a risk of talking to someone who is not who they say they are. When “meeting” someone behind a computer or phone screen, there are no guarantees. Although you may want to believe and think you know whom you’re talking to, the unfortunate reality is that there could be a chance of being catfished.
Similar to texting, when communicating through the Internet, words can be misconstrued and thoughts misunderstood. Without the face-to-face conversations, there can be much ambiguity in what the other person desires in a mate. On the other hand, it can be quite fantastic because as you are exchanging texts and messages with your potential partner, this often depletes the awkward first date interactions and/or questions.
Just like any use of social media and other applications, there are great benefits and risks that accompany one another. Assuming one is using the app with caution and awareness, it can reap immense benefits, including meeting your next significant other and/or the love of your life. On the other hand, when desiring to meet someone who captivates interest, there is a slim chance that it could be someone who does not match the picture and/or description on the profile that was once intriguing.
If you do make the decision to use Tinder or any other dating app, please proceed with caution!