Over the last few months I have chatted to numerous people who are either in the “Single and ready to mingle” phase of their adulthood or looking for the ever illusive “One”.
Times have certainly changed since I last dated! Dating (to me) seems more like a business transaction these day.
A case of what can you do for me or almost like shopping at a meat market for the special of the day.
So I approached a few fabulous singles who have agreed to give us a sneak peek into the dating world in 2017.
I have asked each of them a bunch of random questions to which I have shared the answers to below. These are anonymous of course.
Melanie* 27 years old – Beauty therapist
How long have you been single for/not in a committed relationship?
5 months
Is there a reason for this?
Sometimes it’s just not meant to be
What do you find challenging about dating in 2017?
In general I feel like people no longer take relationships seriously, there’s no respect, no loyalty, lack of communication.
Your ideal partner?
Someone that is willing to be patient with me, I can be rather difficult, also someone that would treat me the way in which they expect to be treated.
Dream date?
Sitting at the beach for hours on end just talking, nothing beats that.
Worst date that you have ever been on?
Went from a supper to a violent night.
Have you tried online dating or mobile dating apps? What was it like?
Lol yes, no no no never again
Do you think 2017 holds promise in the romance section of your life?
Honestly I have no idea, whatever is meant to happen will happen!
Rasta* 27 years old – Service Specialist
How long have you been single for/not in a committed relationship?
3 years.
Is there a reason for this?
Personal choice over and above being picky.
What do you find challenging about dating in 2017?
Technology and social media.
Your ideal partner?
Private and very private.
Dream date? Typical dinner on the roof top of the tallest building.
Worst date that you have ever been on? The guy was not well spoken and I had to ask twice in order to understand what he was trying to say.
Have you tried online dating or mobile dating apps? What was it like?
I have…and still do. it’s fun!
Do you think 2017 holds promise in the romance section of your life?
I am not holding my breath but let’s see what happens.
Kristy* 25 years old – Educational Psychologist
How long have you been single for/not in a committed relationship?
9 month single.
Is there a reason for this?
Partner wanted space and then never came back.
What do you find challenging about dating in 2017? Guys are not looking to pursue girls like they used to. If they do not get what they want, they leave. They are not looking for commitment.
Your ideal partner? Thoughtful and someone who wants to work through both the good and difficult times.
Dream date? Candlelight dinner and stimulating conversation.
Worst date that you have ever been on? Taken to a club, where he got insanely drunk and I had to get my friends to bring me home.
Have you tried online dating or mobile dating apps? What was it like?
Never tried online dating. Don’t think I would.
Do you think 2017 holds promise in the romance section of your life?
I hope so. However, I feel put off by dating currently.
Sarah* 25 years old -Finance
How long have you been single for/not in a committed relationship?
2 years.
Is there a reason for this? Not really. Just enjoying life I suppose
