The pandemic has changed a lot in our lives-almost everything is online now, including dating. Since we’re encouraged to stay home, gone are the days when we would meet new people by bumping into them at a cafe or a bar. Now it’s often a swipe left or swipe right kind of situation as many more users turn to dating apps in search of someone to connect with-because, let’s face it, even a pandemic can’t stop the search for love.
When it comes to cishet relationships and dating, it’s usually men who are expected to make the first move. But hey, it’s 2021, gender norms are so outdated. Who says women can’t be the one to make the first move?
Yeah, okay, making the first move can be pretty intimidating, which is totally understandable. Plus, people can sometimes get stuck between “If it’s meant to be, then it will happen” and “Seize the opportunity before it slips away.” But are you really willing to just wait for someone to sweep you off your feet? Or are you willing to take that leap of faith and make the first move?
If you’re nervous about making the first move, there’s a dating app that can help ease you into it. Bumble works just like other dating apps, but here’s the catch: Unlike other dating apps, women on Bumble decide who starts the conversation. Yup, that’s right-men can’t initiate conversations on Bumble, so you’re in control of the connections you make. Of course, Bumble isn’t just for straight relationships-for wlw and mlm relationships, either of you are free to shoot your shot within 24 hours of matching.
Bumble is a virtual safe space for women to find partners because they don’t tolerate hate speech, misogyny, and bullying.
Just make sure your photos follow Bumble’s guidelines, though
First you have to make a profile. Don’t worry, it’s a pretty smooth process-if you get stuck, the app has profile prompts that provide guide questions to help you fill it out.
Next up is writing your bio. Read more