Six months. That’s how long I spent swiping, scrolling, and second-guessing every photo on my profile. Not a single match. I started to think maybe my phone was broken or I was invisible to the entire internet. Then, just as I was about to delete the app for good, I met Jamie at a friend’s party. No algorithm, no profile pics—just two people awkwardly reaching for the same slice of pizza. We laughed, talked, and realized we both hated pineapple on pizza. It was weirdly perfect. Dating apps can feel like a black hole, but meeting someone in real life reminded me that connection isn’t always digital. My tip? Don’t let the apps mess with your confidence. Put yourself out there in real life, too. You never know who you’ll meet when you least expect it. Dating is weird, but sometimes the best stories start offline. #datingstruggles #relationshipadvice #singlelife #onlinedating #RomanticRelationships