Episode Details

If you have ever felt like scrolling through your dating apps is more of a chore than a hobby, you are definitely not alone. Research shows that nearly 80 percent of app users are feeling the weight of what psychologists call dating burnout. It is that specific kind of exhaustion—the cynicism, the emotional drain, and the feeling that no matter how many profiles you swipe on, you are just running in place. It turns out, your brain is actually fighting against the very way these apps are designed. Think about the last time you were at a store with too many options; you probably felt overwhelmed and struggled to make a decision. That is choice overload, and it is a major factor in why we find it so hard to commit or even feel satisfied with a match. We are constantly second-guessing, wondering if someone better is just one swipe away

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