Brutal dating app truth

Jana Hocking reveals how dating apps 

Imagine this: it’s a Monday night, and I find myself surrounded by experts who are all agreeing with a dating theory I’ve quietly believed for a long time.

The theory? That dating apps have taken a negative turn, harming our mental health and draining our finances.

The sense of validation I felt as I eagerly absorbed every word was immense.

So, how did I get there? Well, I was invited to appear on SBS’s Insight program – a show that delves into substantial topics each week. This week’s focus was The Dating Gamble – are dating apps really worth it?

Spoiler: They aren’t.

The guest lineup was a fascinating mix: a couple who found love through swiping, individuals stuck in endless swiping with no success, a financial expert investing in dating app stocks, a researcher analyzing the evolution of these apps, and a psychologist observing their impact on our mental well-being.

And then there was me – a single woman in her 30s, constantly baffled by the dating app scene. Needless to say, the conversation was engaging and, at times, quite surprising.

The episode posed the question: Is searching for love online really worth the risk? Spoiler: No, it isn’t.