Took a break from dating for six months, and now I'm ready to date, only this time I have no interest in using dating apps. Maybe it's just me but haven't had any luck with meeting people outside apps, lack of eye contact, men don't approach often. I've tried meetup, most of my friend circle is married or settled. Introvert in nature so difficult for me to approach men, get all awkward and shy (trying to work on it). When I do strike up a conversation with someone that I'm interested in, they are in a relationship (face plank).

Ideally, I would like to settle down but I know that it takes time and I prefer not to feel pressured (I placed this pressure when I turned 30 and winded up in a series of dating cycles of non-committed men who would say they want to be in a serious relationship only to find a month down the road, a lack of interaction and avoidance and later confess they are not interested in long term relationship, only sex). It left me confused and with extreme dating anxiety and loss of trust/ heartbreak (this cycled about three times since 2020). I took some time to heal from that so I can move forward and be optimistic about finding someone whom we both choose each other because we enjoy each other company and are serious about building a future.

INFP. Empath who enjoys strolling around the city, exploring new neighborhoods, getting lost in the PATH, and people-watching, doesn't have a problem with the Toronto pigeons. Have a sense of humor, and can binge-watch The Office without getting bored. Attempting to mediate. Active, decent looking, and get told I look young for my age). Working on building finances and emotional mental, health/wellness. Good energy vibes, can be shy and try not to complain much, lived a very blessed adventurous life.

Give me hope... thanks :)