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Topics: Sex and Relationships, Social Media, TikTok
Callum Jones
Topics: Sex and Relationships, Social Media, TikTok
A relationship expert has issued key advice to anyone who is involved in the new 'comfort dating' trend that is seemingly taking over the internet.
The dating world is tricky enough anyway, as you navigate how is best to approach meeting new people and setting a good impression.
And now, thanks to the likes of TikTok and other social media platforms, there are plenty of trends out there to help those in need.
The latest one many are embarking on is known as 'comfort dating' - which is certainly not your bog standard form of dating that involves going for food and drink and getting to know someone.
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Basically, the new trend involves a focus on shared interests and compatibility within a relationship, and as the name kind of suggests, it's a lot more relaxed compared to other forms of dating.
Speaking of the trend, Marsha Goei, Chief Dating Officer & Founder of Breeze, said: "In the past year, we have seen people looking for calmer, sweeter ways of life, from cosy games to cutecore fashion, and dating is no exception.
"Many singles are now seeking ‘comfort dating’, meaning they are looking for a partner to care for them.
"Our world can be busy and overwhelming, with endless social media notifications and a fast-paced working life, so it is no wonder people are looking for a partner who will be there for them and take care of them after a long day."
'Comfort dating' is of course a lot different to how a lot of folks would embark on a new relationship, so the expert is on hand to offer her advice on when best to tackle it.
Goei went on to say 'comfort dating' can 'be a fun and freeing way to get to know each other' without doing the typical stuff you expect from dating.
The expert added: "Comfort dating also allows you to reclaim the joy many lose after growing up. From indulging in playing games together to having a day in your fluffy pjs, it can be healing to embrace simpler joys in life.
And despite this seemingly being a 'trend', Goei reminded: "No matter what you are looking for in a partner, finding someone you can be yourself around and who will be there for you is essential.
"Self-care and healing shouldn’t stop with you; they should be brought into your relationships to help you grow together."
Essentially, 'comfort dating' is about being there for your partner 'in the big and small ways', according to the relationship expert.
Even just saying the odd compliment here and there, 'rubbing your partner's feet', and making them a coffee could be considered as 'comfort dating'.
The expert added: "Many of us want partners who can be emotional caregivers. This comes off the back of people, particularly women, reclaiming childhood joys and comforts in their adult lives as a way of self-care. This same comfort can help us heal in relationships."