Posted February 14, 2011 - 10:30am by Well Community
Recent research has shown that more and more people in their 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond are dating. Whether they are divorced, separated, widowed or never married, these singles are on the look out for love.
But dating today is not what it used to be -- even 10 years ago. In a world of online dating sites, text messages and Facebook, communication has changed.
What do you think of this change? Do you like this trend towards technology-friendly dating? Or do you prefer good old fashion dating tradition?
Comments (1)
I personally think the trend toward technology-friendly dating is cool. A lot of dating websites have pretty sophisticated logic for finding matches between users. Dating sites can help you find people who have the same interests as you (outside of your regular social circle), and that does seem a lot easier than the challenge of finding someone "out there" in your daily life, especially when you are busy.
We live in a web-based world now. When I think about some of the things I've found online (my job, car, apartment, doctor, and SO much more.), it seems logical that new people could fit into that list somewhere, right? I guess online dating takes away the excitement of meeting someone unexpectedly and maybe feels a bit awkward.... but I think overall, I'd be open to it.
I also think texting/Facebooking helps you become closer with your partner much more quickly than traditional dating. For instance, if at first you are only seeing each other during the weekends, communication throughout the week can help you learn more about the person and his/her personality.
I'm younger than the age groups focused on in the research mentioned above, though... I wonder (somewhat doubt) my mom would share the same sentiments.
February 15, 2011 - 11:18am