As the clock strikes midnight on New Year's Eve, millions of people worldwide are left wondering if this is the year they'll find true love. According to matchmaker Maria Avgitidis, who spoke with ABC News' Stephanie Ramos about the latest dating trends, being authentic online and joining social clubs are just a few of the key strategies that can increase your chances of finding someone special.
In today's digital age, where selfies reign supreme and algorithms dictate our potential matches, Avgitidis advises singles to ditch the façade and be true to themselves. "Be genuine, don't hide behind a screen," she stresses. "Authenticity is key in online dating – show your real personality, share your passions, and be open to connecting with others on a deeper level."
Another trend that's gaining traction is joining social clubs or groups aligned with your interests. Avgitidis says this can provide a great way to meet like-minded individuals who share similar values and hobbies.
However, she cautions that it's equally important not to rush into relationships just because you've met someone special in the right place. "Take things slow, get to know each other properly," she advises. "Make sure you're compatible on all levels – intellectual, emotional, and physical."
In short, if you're ready to take the leap and find love in the new year, Avgitidis says being authentic online, joining social clubs, and taking things slow are just a few of the key strategies that can increase your chances of success.
In today's digital age, where selfies reign supreme and algorithms dictate our potential matches, Avgitidis advises singles to ditch the façade and be true to themselves. "Be genuine, don't hide behind a screen," she stresses. "Authenticity is key in online dating – show your real personality, share your passions, and be open to connecting with others on a deeper level."
Another trend that's gaining traction is joining social clubs or groups aligned with your interests. Avgitidis says this can provide a great way to meet like-minded individuals who share similar values and hobbies.
However, she cautions that it's equally important not to rush into relationships just because you've met someone special in the right place. "Take things slow, get to know each other properly," she advises. "Make sure you're compatible on all levels – intellectual, emotional, and physical."
In short, if you're ready to take the leap and find love in the new year, Avgitidis says being authentic online, joining social clubs, and taking things slow are just a few of the key strategies that can increase your chances of success.
New Year's Eve is just another reminder that finding true love isn't as easy as it looks... 1 in 5 people who try online dating will ghost their matches within a week, and it's not because they're not busy, it's just a major red flag 
. And don't even get me started on social clubs - have you seen the prices of those things? It's like they're trying to weed out the wannabes 
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so they're saying we should be ourselves online? 
like, what a radical concept! who would've thought that not pretending to be someone you're not would lead to actual connections? and social clubs are a thing now? 
i mean, it's great that people are finding their tribe, but isn't that just code for "we're all gonna end up in a group chat with 5000 other people who think they're cool"? 
anyway, taking things slow is key, so don't get too excited if you meet someone online and start planning a whirlwind romance within an hour 
. be genuine, show your passions, and all that jazz... yeah, sure, because nothing says "deep connection" like sharing your love for anime or hiking 
like who wants to swipe through endless profiles and pretend to be someone they're not? authenticity is key in online dating, it's all about being true to yourself and showing your real personality 
also joining social clubs or groups aligned with your interests can be a game changer 
i mean who doesn't love meeting new people who share similar passions? anyway i think taking things slow is super important too, don't rush into anything just because you hit it off 
. I think it's great that matchmakers are giving singles some advice on how to increase their chances of finding love, but at the same time I'm like, what if you just meet someone through a friend or something? Does being genuine online really make all the difference 
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like who has time to swipe through endless profiles trying to find someone "authentic" lol? Can't we just be ourselves online for once and see if genuine connections can happen naturally? Joining social clubs sounds like a great way to meet people, but I think it's also about being open to weird dates 
, you know, like that one time I went on a date with someone who turned out to be a professional clown 
. Joining social clubs is a great idea, too - it's a chance to meet people who share similar interests and values 
. And don't rush into things just because you click with someone online - take your time and get to know them properly 
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I think it's soooo refreshing to see matchmakers like Maria Avgitidis promoting authenticity in online dating 
! And joining social clubs or groups aligned with your interests is a great way to meet like-minded people 
. Just remember, take things slow and don't rush into relationships 
. We want happy, healthy, fulfilling connections, not superficial ones 
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. I mean, who needs a million matches if you're just going to end up with someone who doesn't truly get you? 
It's just too much! Can't we just swipe left and move on? 
But seriously, joining social clubs sounds kinda cool... maybe I'll try that out 
Who knows, maybe I'll meet my perfect match at a book club or something 
And what's wrong with having a fake online persona if it makes you feel more confident? People do it all the time in real life too... just think of all those "influencers" who have built their careers around pretending to be someone they're not. Anyway, I'm gonna stick to my old school way of meeting people - through friends and mutual acquaintances, no thanks to Tinder or whatever! 
but yeah it's def hard not to rush into things when someone seems perfect 