Love, this small four-lettered word changed history, waged wars and gave us epics. Now, as the world faces a milestone that we shall remember for ages, how will teenage love survive? But those who ever doubted it, did not realize that social distancing or even lockdown can keep our love from blossoming? While the nation faces the sequel of its ‘Housefull’ lockdown, millennials are doing their best to keep their spark of romance alive. How? Social media of course! Studies say that Indian millennials are resorting to romantic virtual dates amid lockdown. Through virtual dates, millennials are able to connect emotionally and have quality conversations during this lockdown. Yes! Love blossoms virtually.
What Do Studies Say?
Due to the coronavirus outbreak, virtual dating has spiked through the roof, pun intended. Dating during this time does not come with instructions and people are going inventive to impress their dates. Reports suggest that 41 percent chose dinners and drinks for an ideal virtual date while 22 percent preferred watching a movie or a TV show together. Many millennials report that thanks to the lockdown, they have much more time in their hands to get to know their dates better and spend more quality time without the pressure of dressing up for the occasion as most dates happen wearing pyjamas.
OkCupid conducted a dating app study suggests that millions of users around the world are readjusting their dating lives. “Matches on the dating app have increased by 10 percent worldwide since March 2020 – and conversations have increased over 20 percent. This form of virtual dating is ushering in a new era of “slow dating” that’s been welcomed by singles. About 85 percent of users believe it’s important to develop an emotional connection before a physical one, so the switch to virtual dates has allowed these emotional connections to thrive. Virtual dating brings the focus on the quality of conversations and time spent together, making it easier to figure out whether the person you’re talking to is compatible with you. When it comes to planning virtual dates, both men and women prefer sharing activities as well as drinks and dinner,” reveals the study.
Also Read: Studies Say Eating Pasta Three Times A Week Won’t Make You Fat
What’s More?
Study shows that 91 percent of Indians agreed to continue dating, albeit virtually with texting being the most common form of dating. While 33 percent of men and 42 percent of women prefer talking on chats, 32 percent of men and only 13 percent of women like video-chatting. The study also mentioned that 27 percent of men and 21 percent of women like the retro style of talking on the phone. Well, we can just say, let love prevail. Did you know Studies Prove That One In Three Women Go On Dates For Free Food?