With the rise in the use of dating apps, it seems like every day a new term appears to describe a problem that users face. The newest word you may have come across is "whelming," which describes a situation where you feel overwhelmed by the overwhelming choice of potential partners and have difficulty deciding on a long-term relationship. What exactly is "whelming" and how do you deal with it?!
At first glance, it appears that it is "whelming", so too much choice in the field of potential partners is far from a problem. However, research shows that too many options can quickly lead to feelings of anxiety and overwhelm, and even lead to many people giving up on dating altogether or not wanting to enter a serious relationship.
“Whelming” can lead to feelings of overwhelm Photo: Andrea Piacquadio / PexelsWhy is "whelming" problematic?
If you're feeling nervous about the many new faces and conversations that await you on a dating app, don't worry: these feelings are completely normal. Having so much choice in the dating world is by no means something that comes naturally, and it's no surprise that it can lead to overwhelm. It can also lead to spending too much time on the phone and constantly checking who has texted you: not only will you waste hours that could be spent in a more pleasant or productive way, but you'll soon notice , that dating somehow no longer tempts you.
At "whelming" but there is another problem. You'll soon notice that a large amount of choice doesn't mean you'll have a good time with every person you talk to. Not only will you soon realize that not all app users have the same intentions as yours, but you'll also soon realize that happiness doesn't usually lie in constantly changing the people you talk to.
