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Did you start 2020 full of hope to give your dating life a boost? Had your relationship ended and were you looking forward to letting loose and meeting all kinds of nice people? Unfortunately, it wasn’t granted to you, because corona threw a spanner in the works. There you were: alone on the couch. All restaurants, bars and clubs closed. No fun festivals where you could meet other singles. Singles are having a hard time , as is also confirmed by research.
Although corona has hit everyone hard, it is especially singles who can feel very lonely in these crazy times. Every lockdown makes it worse. While we all wait for 2021 to return to normal life, we should make it as easy and fun as possible for ourselves. Luckily, there are still some ways to meet and connect with other singles. It just takes a little creativity.
Stay safe
The most important thing in times of corona is that you stay safe . The highest priority is your health and that of the other. In the Netherlands, a number of rules apply that you must adhere to at all times. These basic rules apply to everyone, even when you are dating. These are the measures drawn up by the central government and the RIVM:
- Wash your hands thoroughly with soap often.
- Keep a distance of 1.5 meters.
- Sneeze and cough into the inside of your elbow.
- Do not shake hands.
- Wear a face mask in public places.
- Always stay at home if you have any complaints.
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5 tips to deal with it
Due to the measures, dating seems to be a bit more difficult than before. And that’s true: it requires a bit more creativity. But it’s certainly not impossible. However, look at it from the positive side: this way of dating certainly has its advantages.
Dating in corona times takes a bit more time, you get to know each other at a slower pace than normal. By dating differently than you are used to, you develop a deeper bond and lay a healthy foundation for good communication in the relationship. It also takes away the pressure, because a physical meeting is not the most important thing now.
Before the global outbreak of the coronavirus, singles also met each other mainly during nightlife, where the connection often rested on the physical aspect. You only had to talk for a short while and you might quickly move on to a new base . But now that this is not possible, you connect in a different way.
How singles date now focuses much more on the emotional connection. And that emotional connection is something a relationship needs in the long run. So who knows, you might meet your soulmate in these strange corona times … because you are now more focused on the connection.
1. Talk about things other than corona
The most talked about topic is? Corona. It dominates the news. It might also be the thing you think about and want to talk about the most. And to be honest: we don’t experience much else that is exciting to talk about. But try to talk about other things during the date than that annoying corona. The dates can be a nice distraction and relaxation from this terrible pandemic. Ask non-corona questions and really try to listen to the other person.
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2. Go for video calling
After you have texted each other endlessly and exchanged hundreds of messages, it is time to take the next step. It is important to see each other and hear each other’s voices. Only when you have seen each other’s reactions and body language, you can see if there is real chemistry between the two of you. So go for video calling. Video calling is the closest thing to a real date.
Fortunately, video calling can be done in many different ways these days, such as Facetime, Skype or Zoom. Even dating apps have introduced video calling – to adapt to corona times.
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3. Don’t be afraid to be vulnerable
It is always wise to be vulnerable when you are dating. To the right people of course. But especially in corona times it is even more important to be open and honest. The world is an exciting place, so everyone feels more anxious and insecure than before. Whether it is about losing your job or the health of your grandmother: be vulnerable and you will get a sincere deep connection with your conversation partner in return.
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4. Be honest with your partner
Are you looking for a steady relationship? Or are you looking for a flirt to kill time? Or are you looking for a friend or friend with benefits ? Whatever you are looking for: always be honest about it. Corona is a difficult time for everyone, so extra stress factors about dating are certainly not welcome.
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5. Watch series or movies online together
Netflix, the largest online streaming platform, is now almost everyone’s. Especially now that everyone is stuck at home due to corona. Netflix recently launched a new service called Netflix Party , which allows you to watch movies, series and documentaries with others at the same time. This way you still have the idea of going to the cinema together or watching Netflix together on the couch, but at a safe distance.
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