She’s telling you about her dating life and the new guy she’s seeing.

You brush the thought aside and continue listening.

Even if your friend isn’t aware that she has a punch in, researchers seem to think so.

Woman on dating app

They’re similar regarding “demographic, physical, and personality” traits.

Who we find attractive is influenced by our many life experiences, according to a2015 studypublished in Current Biology.

Physical attraction is a big part of the dating world.

Woman looking at dating app

It’s usually what sparks interest in the first place.

But according to Bumble’spredictions about the future of dating, all of this will change in 2023.

There’s a new trend on the horizon.

Dating couple having coffee

Sexual health and pleasure advocate Charlotte Johnson speaking toStylistshares a negative side to sticking to one bang out.

So, maybe it’s time to jump on the open casting bandwagon.

The trend might inspire you to find better connections in the new year.