5 ways to combat online dating fatigue – because it happens to everyone

There are many ways to make connections while also being social, such as hanging out at the dog park with your own pet or a friend’s pet. Photo: TNS/Dreamstime

Burnout. We’ve all experienced it, whether at work, from school, over family obligations, or even due to a too-packed social schedule. We can also apply it to relationships – because it’s actually completely normal. Sometimes it stems from being overwhelmed (so many apps, so little time), and other times you find yourself feeling like you’ve swiped on every profile in a 100km radius – with no one catching your eye. No matter the cause, there are ways to reset yourself when you start to feel frustrated, self-doubt, or drained.

Constantly swiping through profiles and engaging in small talk can be exhausting. It’s perfectly OK to step back and catch your breath, whether it’s for a weekend, a week, or even a month, if that’s what you need. Give yourself permission to take a hiatus from the dating scene and focus on the things you enjoy – take that cooking class that popped up on Instagram or go for a hike with friends.