How do i meet someone new after a breakup?

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Tired of meeting people from either dating apps or just completely walking up to a random stranger I find attractive. it just doesnt feel right for me. how do I spark something natural?

Last updated on:2026-07-01T10:44:49+05:30

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Louiseanne
Louiseanne 4 wks ago

when you know let me know days I feel ready I try and it ends up backfiring I then miss my ex again

MooDrip
MooDrip 4 wks ago

I used to just approach girls when I was fresh into the break up, trying to fill the void i was feeling but all it did was make me feel emptier, even when I was dating someone else but I think I just have to try new things and meet people through that

cutecatty
cutecatty 4 wks ago

putting dating on the back burner for a bit and just saying yes to things i actually enjoyed. meeting people felt way less exhausting when romance wasn't the only goal.

SparkBuzz430
SparkBuzz430 4 wks ago

THIS. Making organic connections is tough especially if you place expectations on it. Showing up for yourself is the best way to make connections with others. What I mean by that is go do things you enjoy for YOU and not with the hope of meeting someone new. You’ll have a great time & potentially meet someone naturally

IcyTruth7
IcyTruth7 4 wks ago

are you hoping for a relationship right now, or are you mostly looking for a way to meet people that feels more natural?

MooDrip
MooDrip 4 wks ago

both but really for something more natural

Jejjja
Jejjja 4 wks ago

i deleted the apps after a while because every conversation started to feel forced. i ended up meeting someone through a hobby, and even though it didn't last, it reminded me that connections can still happen without chasing them.

letitgo_user
letitgo_user 4 wks ago

yes

CozyCrew249
CozyCrew249 4 wks ago

May be thru hobbies that you like. Outdoor activities. I agree with friends to lovers

BraveSpirit592

i’ve always been a friends to lovers person. before a romantic one, build a friendship

MooDrip
MooDrip 4 wks ago

I do want new friends but idk how and where to go make any? I live in San antonio and there's like nothing here

BraveSpirit592

@MooDrip maybe try a new hobby like a random workout class or art class or join a book club, or ask friends to make a big meetup with other people so u can meet friends of friends, also san antonio is pretty big! plenty of things to do!