Why is modern dating such a struggle? In this episode, Grace and Boston get real about why dating in your 20s can feel like an uphill battle. From navigating the superficial world of dating apps to the challenge of finding a partner who shares your career-driven values, they break down the complexities of today’s dating scene with plenty of humour and practical advice.

Key Moments in This Episode:

[04:45] – Boston and Grace share how work stress and life pressures make dating feel even harder.

[10:30] – Discussing the rise of dating apps: How online dating has become the norm and why it makes relationships feel more superficial.

[18:20] – The reality of dating app fatigue and the pressure to filter through profiles like a checklist.

[25:10] – Navigating dating expectations: Are we all too quick to judge based on looks and superficial traits?

[35:00] – Grace shares her thoughts on why meeting people offline (in real life) is so rare and how social anxiety post-COVID has changed dating dynamics.

[42:55] – Grace and Boston talk about the four levels of relationships and why commitment and compatibility are so hard to find in today’s world.

[53:15] – Tips for dating as a career-driven 20-something: How to keep your standards without closing yourself off to great connections.

Takeaways: If you’re juggling work, personal growth, and the search for a meaningful relationship, you’re not alone.

Grace and Boston offer their unique perspectives on staying open-minded, being patient, and why finding “the one” might mean focusing on yourself first.

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