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By now we all know how important social distancing is to slow the spread of the coronavirus. However, all the measures that have been imposed do not only affect our daily lives, but also our love lives. For the singles among us, it is a difficult and especially lonely time. For people who are in a relationship but cannot meet each other physically, it is not easy either.
Although the measures have been relaxed, we cannot avoid adapting our dating life to the circumstances. All the fun things you once took for granted, such as a nice dinner followed by a movie in the cinema, suddenly seem miles away. And that also means that dating is no longer the same. Maybe for good.
The options for dating are fewer than ever. Going for a drink, eating out, lunch dates: these are all date ideas that are a thing of the past for now. For those who are at risk and completely isolating themselves, the options are even limited to virtual dates. No one likes to date remotely, but in times of corona, it is the only option for some. But how do you do that?
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If you’re separated by distance, it’s good to know that there are options for dating without putting yourself and others at risk. It just takes a little extra creativity to get the sparks flying.
Whether you’re bored, isolated, or just looking for ways to pass the time, here are some tips to help you fulfill your human need for connection, if only to make being alone a little less lonely.
1. Install a dating app
Single and extremely lonely in these difficult times? You are not alone. According to the latest figures from the Corona Barometer, it is not the elderly who feel the loneliest in this period of mass self-isolation. It is actually the young adults. In this age group, from 18 to 30 years old, loneliness is greatest. And that is precisely the group that is mainly active on dating apps.
If you are single and lonely then there is no better time than now to meet someone on a dating app or website, as there are more potential candidates online than ever before.
2. Use the time to get to know someone better
If there’s one thing we’re short on during this time, it’s free time. By now, all the chores at home are done and there’s even more time left. Use this time to get to know someone on a deeper level. Studies have shown that people feel more comfortable revealing their authentic selves when they use modern technology. After all, it’s much easier to text something than to say straight to their face: use that now.
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3. Play a question game
Without the pressure of meeting in person, you have all the time in the world to bombard each other with the most interesting questions. Dating remotely has the advantage that you can find out more about the inner self, without being misled by the appearance. And what better way to do that than with a suitable questionnaire? Play one of the well-known question games or select only the questions you want to ask. These are the questionnaires we have put together:
- 51 Fun Hypothetical Questions
- 99 “Truth or Dare” Questions for the “Truth or Dare” Game
- 117 “Never Have I Ever” Questions: The Ultimate Never Have I Ever Questionnaire
- 74 Fun “This or That” Questions
- 79 “Would You Rather” Questions for an Interesting Conversation
- 111 Good Tinder Questions: Original and Most Asked Questions
- 99 Flirty, Dirty and Naughty Questions to Ask a Woman or Your Girlfriend
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4. Take a test drive before you meet
Dating remotely means that you can be even more selective about who you ultimately meet for a physical date. Because you are not in a hurry, you can conduct an extensive selection procedure in advance to keep the best relationship candidate. Thanks to dating and chat apps, there is no excuse to take a test drive: a video date. It is just like in real life – and therefore perhaps a bit awkward – to meet someone with a video date. Even before you meet, a video date allows you to feel whether or not there is a click .
5. Virtuele date night
A romantic dinner for two in a beach bar with the setting sun as a backdrop? That is no longer possible. The alternative is a virtual date night: both at home in your best outfit and ready to date. Use this date night to show the best version of yourself again in the period of self-isolation and accompanying sweatpants. Do you want to do it right? Then make it a Black Tie evening with an evening dress and tuxedo to meet the dressed up version of each other.
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6. Do something together, online
Living at a distance from each other doesn’t mean you can’t do anything together. In fact, there’s plenty to do. Online, you can do all sorts of fun things together, both from your own home. Take each other into your own world or do something fun together that you both enjoy. Here are some virtual date ideas :
- Watch the same movie together remotely .
- Visit a museum together virtually.
- Take an online class together.
- Make something for someone else.
- Give a virtual tour of your own home.
- Cook the same recipe together, each in your own kitchen.
- Play an online game together.
- Take a walk while video calling.
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