Why do a lot of people feel undesirable during the online dating process? We can of course face rejection while we are already in touch with a person because it just doesn't click. But at least there was an initial willingness to get to know that person. With this post, I want to focus on the rejection that happens during the swiping process. Today's dating ritual is efficient. You have a profile and can be judged by a lot of people in your area simultaneously. A decision is made in split seconds. During every profile you swipe on, you evaluate their looks, and if this test is passed, their written profile. We already know that this person is searching for something, whether it is love and real connection, or a more casual meetup. And we hold the power to deny this person some of that need satisfaction while not really having to interact with them, sparing us awkward moments. During rejection, we feel in control. Of course, we are also hesitant because giving the other person the…
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