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So... how do you actually date as a teenager?
I’ve been wondering about this a lot lately. I’m an art student, and my campus is pretty far from where I actually live — so it’s not like I’m constantly surrounded by new people. Meeting someone, let alone someone decent and kind (and not like... super macho or fake), feels almost impossible sometimes.
Are there apps for this kind of thing? I know Tinder exists, but it seems like it’s mostly for adults and not really made for people my age. And part of me can’t help but wonder — what if I’m just... undateable? How do people even know when they’re “dateable”?
I’ve dated a girl before — it lasted about three months. She ended things because she felt like I wasn’t moving fast enough for her (she told me I was her ninth partner, which was kinda overwhelming). That experience didn’t exactly give me much clarity about dating or what I should be doing. Honestly, I still feel like I know nothing.
If anyone out there has advice or has felt the same way… I’d love to hear from you. :,)
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chi(ffon) ♡
as a person who was desperate to date someone during my teen years, the best advice i can give you is to NOT SETTLE. i know its difficult, since anyone who returns your affections might be the only one who will see you like that in your eyes, but it's not true. you should go for people you want to date.
when it comes to finding someone, you'll just have to crawl out of your shell a little... trust me, i understand how hard that can be. talk to the classmates beside you, get closer with people who you have to do projects with, make small talk with who you sit next to at lunch. i'm sure you'll find someone! with those platonic bonds, a romantic one might spring out from it. good luck!
that's actually good advice thx.
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