How to master the art of dating in 2020 according to relationship experts
The holidays are approaching which means there is an urge for romance and Christmas magic. If you feel ultra single and ready to weave a path of love and excitement, Chispa the #1 dating app for the Latinx community, has several tips for you to become the best candidate. With a deadly pandemic, dating in 2020 can turn into a series of unrequited love but a happy ending is still possible. We consulted Chispa’s dating experts for tips on how to master the art of dating and successfully find a potential match.
Not that we want to turn our bios into a job resume, but finding “The One” requires specific profile techniques, flirtatious messages and the right photo angles – no selfies in front of the mirror! Chispa’s dating gods know that the right profile is just half the battle in finding prince charming or queen bee. Dating within your same culture allows you to connect through shared values, experiences, and community, automatically giving you something in common with the people you are swiping through – extra points if you share the same flag. Whether you are from the same country or different continents, here are some tips you can use to make sure you are singing “auld lang syne” at the end of the year with the right boo.
Tips on creating the best online dating profile
You won’t get many matches if you continue posting group pictures. Nobody likes a guessing game. Dating experts recommend showing off your true colors with bright outfits, “Selfies and photos where you are wearing bright colors, like red, usually increase engagement and catch the attention of a potential match. Make sure you are smiling. Also, be sure to include pictures where others can see what you love doing!”
- Include photos of yourself engaging in fun activities/hobbies to give a potential match a sneak peek into your personality and interests.
- Ask questions in your bio that will engage potential matches and spark an interesting conversation, and tell them what you are looking for.
- In the Chispa app, you have the opportunity to show off your “raíces” and display the flags of your Latinx roots directly on your profile. This is a great way to spark conversation with a potential match and find out what you might have in common.
How to watch out for red flags
Of course, not everything is butterflies in the world of dating. It is important to ensure the person you are dating aligns with your relationship goals. “Make sure to not jump into anything too quickly! Take a bit of time to get to know a person before you jump into a relationship,” mentions Chispa. Lines can get blurred in the process and that’s why communication between couples is important. “If you are looking for a serious relationship and they are sending you overly flirtatious messages that make you think differently, trust your gut, and kindly let them know you do not wish to pursue them.”
Virtual dating tips
Now that many locations remain close, virtual dating has become the new normal. Chispa’s experts advise planning ahead, things you want to ask about before connecting on Zoom or another virtual program. Face impressions are still important in virtual time, so make sure you are not late and you have enough background light.
Though rejection is always a hurtful feeling during the dating process, is always important to learn from the experience – did you have different interests? Different long term goals? In the end, every person will lead you to Mr. or Mrs. Right. Once you have found someone you’ve been dating for a while, remember to always put your best foot forward. “Chispa is for connecting within the community, whether you are looking for friendships or romantic relationships.” It might be the end of a behemoth year but dating is always possible when you are true and honest with yourself. You might’ve heard this many times, but loving yourself is the first rule to finding the love of your life.