Why I’ll Take Real-Life Rejection Over Online Dating Any Day

I know I’m probably in the minority here, but I honestly find it way easier to meet or pick up women in person than online. I don’t know what it is. Some of my boys can barely string a sentence together face to face, but when they’re on their phones? Unstoppable. Everyone's got their own style, I guess, but I just can’t wrap my head around how they do it.

I’ve tried the apps. I’ve been in that loop endless swiping, maybe a handful of matches that actually catch your eye, then you send a message, wait a few hours (if not longer) for a reply, and by the time they do respond, you’ve either matched with someone else or completely forgotten you even reached out. It’s just not my scene. I’d much rather shoot my shot in person and get rejected in front of all my friends than sit around waiting on a DM that probably goes nowhere.

Maybe it’s a generational thing or at least an age thing. I imagine the older you get, the more people use dating apps with real intentions, looking for actual relationships, not just hookups. But where I’m at right now? The thought of online dating just feels exhausting and, honestly, kind of depressing.

I get that it's convenient and works for a lot of people. That’s cool. But for me, nothing beats the energy of meeting someone face to face, catching a vibe, and seeing where it goes without filters or curated profiles. Give me real life any day.