Dating apps are definitely here to stay, but as more and more apps and platforms pop up, the more confusing it can be trying to figure out what you should be – and not be – looking out for.
New Idea spoke with Kirsty Dunn, a Tinder AU spokesperson to find out what green flags, and red flags you should be looking for when tackling online love.
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What are dating green flags?
Kirsty explained that “green flags are the positive signs that reflect healthy dating qualities.”
“They’re the sometimes overlooked signs that you’re onto a winner.”
Kirsty also shared the results of a recent Australian survey, which highlighted the top five green flags:
- You feel comfortable being your true self around your date.
- Your date respects your boundaries.
- Your date makes it clear how they feel about you.
- Your date validates your feelings.
- Your date prioritises making time for you.
So why focus on green and not red flags? By focusing on the good instead of the bad in relationships, you can focus on positive characteristics and attitudes that will keep you happy, content and valued in a relationship.
What are dating red flags?
“Red flags are warning signs of potentially ongoing troubling or negative behaviour,” explains Kirsty.
Examples of red flags can include love bombing, little or no respect of boundaries, a lack of commitment, and playing hot and cold.
And whilst these red flags are important to look out for, Kirsty also explained the “new era of red flags” which is especially important among more eco-conscious and values-based daters online.
New red flags include:
- Believing climate change is a hoax.
- Not knowing who the prime minister is.
- Pretending to be socially aware.
- Not liking dogs or your dog not liking them (they’re a good judge of character).
What are online daters looking for?
“Aussies are wearing their green hearts on their sleeves” reveals Kirsty.
53% of respondents revealed that matching with someone who cares about the environment is very important to them.
But it isn’t just a green thumb that Aussies are looking for – 57% of respondents also revealed that matching with someone who is respectful and champions minority groups is important to them.
And it looks like dogs are much more than a man’s best friend – they can even help increase your chances of matching online!
“Tinder members globally who feature their beloved pooch in their profile photos get their paws on 5% more matches,” explained Kirsty.
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