Dear Thelma: I’ve failed to find love via online dating


By Thelma

Dear Thelma,

I am 31 years old, have an amazing job and decent looks and mannerisms, but have been struggling to find a partner through online dating. Throughout the past year, I have been able to land dates with women more than 20 times. But all of the dates have a common pattern – they usually start off well but fizzle out by the second date or third date. Upon post-mortem discussion with the women who rejected me, they often say the same thing: “You are an amazing person but I just don’t feel the spark with you.”

Save 30% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.73/month

Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.63/month

Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Living

Why Malaysians are going head over heels for blind boxes
Why this US student with cerebral palsy was crowned homecoming king
Searching for links between a changing climate and mental health in Kenya
Shouting at seagulls keeps them away from your food, research shows
Charles and Diana's rare wedding champagne to be auctioned
Japanese firms boost support for workers with disabilities
Why this Malaysian musical event honoured neurodiverse performers
Add lightning to the list of things that could kill you on Mars
Is your cat drinking enough? Easy ways to boost daily water intake
Rich art: French pastry chefs auction chocolate sculptures

Others Also Read