Why do dating apps feel so different depending on your age?

In this episode, I talk to a man in his mid-twenties who’s using dating apps for the first time — focusing not on dating outcomes, but on how he experiences the apps themselves.

What becomes clear is a stark contrast in mindset, effort, and emotional investment between younger men and women over 35.

This episode explores:

Why dating apps can feel optional to some — and exhausting to others

How life stage shapes expectations and behavior

Why disappointment on dating apps often isn’t personal

This isn’t about excusing poor behaviour. It’s about understanding the mismatch — and protecting your energy in the process.

If dating apps have left you feeling disillusioned, this conversation may help you see why.

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• modern dating differences
• men in their 20s dating mindset
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• emotional effort in dating