It’s a big change from the culture of immediacy that Tinder and other dating apps ushered in several years ago. Abiding by social distancing while getting close to someone can be frustrating, but pandemic dating offers a chance to connect in new ways. Being cautious is now a sexy character trait, and planning a good date might have nothing to do with snagging a hot restaurant reservation. Be patientMatchmaker Tammy Shaklee says her Type-A clients — typically very goal-oriented and driven — are having difficulty with the pandemic’s slower pace. Just don’t be too available, even though it’s virtual dating.

Source: Washington Post August 25, 2020 14:03 UTC