Many years ago, I convinced a hesitant friend to try online dating thinking I would have someone to commiserate with. Of course, she met someone immediately and they married about a year later. That was the beginning of the end for me with dating apps. I did meet a few nice guys, but rarely anyone I deeply connected with. The entire approach that online dating takes in order to meet people is a turn-off for me. It actually made me less attracted to men I would probably be happy to spend time with under different circumstances. In the end, it made me a lot less focused on my need to be in a relationship at all. I'm still open to the idea of meeting someone special one day, but not really putting in any effort towards that goal anymore online or off.
Whew! The way had to stop myself from highlighting this entire article.