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Dating
Overwhelmed by dating? ‘Guardrailing’ is the simple way to take back control
By Lauren Geall
3 years ago
1 min read
If you’re finding it hard to stay on top of your dating life, then guardrailing could be the trend you’re looking for. Here’s everything you need to know about the new concept.
Name: Guardrailing
Meaning: Part of a larger trend that has seen many of us making a conscious effort to reclaim our time and energy after the busyness of post-pandemic life, guardrailing is all about taking control of your dating life. Whether you’re setting clear boundaries with a potential partner, being upfront about what you want or being conscious about overcommitting to plans, its purpose is to make dating ‘doable’ for you, without the stress.
Origin: This term was coined by the experts over at Bumble, who predict guardrailing is going to be a big dating trend as we head into 2023, as people are feeling increasingly overwhelmed by life as the year comes to a close. According to research by the dating app, more than 52% of singles say they’ve established more boundaries over the last year – and that number is only expected to rise.
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