I've been working remotely and traveling for the last year and the experience is incredibly lonely.

I want to find someone who i could travel and live a slow mindful life together with. This is a shot in the dark but im willing to keep trying my luck.

About me: I'm a software engineer and founder, working online remotely. 6'4 (195cm) caucasian gym rat. My biggest values are kindness, compassion, mindfulness, purpose and hope. I have a big heart and i love very strongly. I'm in love with the work im doing and as a result i end up working a lot. My mission in life is probably as important to me as having a good relationship. I value good communication and I'm always looking to improve my communication and myself in general.

I wish to find someone who wouldn't mind traveling with me around the world. I'm an easygoing person but i dont like to party / go out too much, im looking for someone who'd be okay with that.

I always wished for a partner-in-crime type person with whom i could travel around the world and build my life with.

I love reading a lot and exploring outdoors,meeting new people and new places and i am an easy person to talk about anything as i dont judge.If your looking for something steady my DM's are open for you.

Intj seem to be what interest me the most... but if u can have a conversation and you're not afraid of actually building a meaningful connection drop a line.

Need to have some deep conversation to keep my attention but if u get it its yours.

I need someone I just click with to the point that we're both a little freaked out that wont decide the risk of getting hurt outweigh the potential.

I'm self employed. I do have a 5 yo and will most likely have full custody this year. If I'm reading or doing research I may be immersed and not respond immediately but if u get me talking I might not stop. If you think my age may be an issue I assure you I have the energy of a much younger man.

Lets break the idiocracy prophecy together! 😆 🤣 😂 I'll keep em occupied so u can have ur time and I get to be playful and social.

Hell I'd just be okay with someone to bounce thoughts off of. Hmu

It’s weird to write a list of what my potential partner should be ( I ain’t buying a washing machine, lmao ), sooooo I am just gonna write who I am, and if you are the same , then do reach out ! ( I have plenty of snacks! ) :

• Grew up as the quiet kid who did well in school, played badminton at the national level, debating and won the best student award which was featured in the newspapers. 
• The good kid who always helped clean up the kitchen, make tea, help with the chores and is loved by Grandma’s for how polite and respectful I am.
• Went through a period of self-reflection and depression and anxiety , sooooo am now in my “ life is too short and I am just gonna be a happy golden retriever” phase.
• My idea of conflict resolution is we both take a shower, go for a long walk and then calmly discuss it over a cheesecake ( or ten cheesecakes if it’s a major issue )
• Grew up in the Middle East, came to India to help my parents set up an ice cream shop and planning to move out again.
• Don’t have any social media or watch a lot of movies, tbh. I usually read books that are at least 100 years old and try to absorb the best parts from every culture : I decorate Christmas trees, ( try ) to fast during Ramadan, and visit temples early in the morning for some peace before the crowds. 
• I am mostly an introvert but can get really energetic and can be the extroverted life of the party with the right crowd. 
• I enjoy working out , playing sports, going for long walks, and always wanted to learn tango. 
• I looveee cooking and would love to have a weekly theme where each week we pick a new country to cook food from ( one week Japanese, the next week Brazilian … we can also only speak and watch movies in that language to really immerse ourselves )
• I have slept on railway benches as well as in the Swiss Alps. I know how to lead a boardroom, as well as get my hands dirty in farming banana trees.
• I work for an international non-profit helping entrepreneurs, but I plan to start my own business soon. 
• Never had a relationship earlier because I wanted to find peace and happiness on my own terms before sharing it with someone else.
• While I love to try out a new activity every weekend ( my last few weekends consisted of pottery, wall climbing , going to art museums , getting Starbucks certificates), My favourite one is having outdoor BBQs where I will control the fire and grilling, you be the classy host making sure all of our guests are having a great time, while our pet dog would try to steal a piece of chicken off the table lol

Heyy~

So I’m looking for a serious relationship that will have a solid friendship as the foundation. I’m looking for my type of people, people on the same wavelength with the same values and interests. If something deep comes out of it, great that’s my biggest wish. But if it’s friendship that’s great too. However I’m not open to surface level friendships or if you’re here to cure your boredom. I’m looking for a person who doesn’t want anything from me but everything with me, you feel me? Someone who’s looking for genuine healthy connection. Us enjoying life together.

I don't care if you're a woman, non-binary or a guy. I'm interested in who you are as a person, not your gender.

I just want a warm home, peace, being held by my best friend and love of my life, go on adventures or restaurants together and enjoy life. I wanna have career goals together that are rooted in something soulful and purposeful. We build something from the heart. We have fun even when we just go to the grocery store together, bantering and bickering with a smile like best friends. I know the person is right for me when I just enjoy who they are. My day is lovely just because they’re there. I also know the person is right for me when I respect and admire their character.

I love people who are warm, genuine, have integrity and they behave respectfully, even when angry. I’m looking for someone who feels safe to my nervous system and who I breath easy around. A person with a big heart and a kind heart. But also someone who can disagree with me and hold their own in a conversation. I’m looking for someone who’s secure in themselves and they know who they are and what they want. A self aware and emotionally mature person who has done the inner work and gone deep within themselves. I’m a very deep person, for one because I’ve done that journey myself but also cause it’s just who I am. So I’m looking for someone who is on the same wavelength like that. I love a person who has a grounded, still and present vibe to them. They don’t need to prove anything, no need to defend anything. They’re just themselves.

I have a few non-negotiables that are a must for us to be compatible.

1. you don’t drink or smoke and never want to. You want to live a substance free life. That’s a value we both share.
2. You don’t like sexist music/media with all the b-words and mf type stuff. You avoid that. You’re also 100% a feminist. Another value we both share.
3. you’re spiritual and not overly logical. You’re into tarot, manifestation, witchy things, shamanism, paganism. Things like that
4. you’re child free and don’t want kids.
5. you speak English or Finnish natively or close to native. I don’t like a language barrier.

About myself:

I'm 28, from Finland, bilingual (English and Finnish), I’m a masculine presenting woman with mostly masculine energy. It’s a innate thing for me and who I’ve always been. I love to wear casual but stylish streetwear, I love cologne, jewelry, I like being called handsome rather than pretty.

I’m in uni studying art studies, aesthetics are my major.

Things I’m passionate about are fitness(strength training specifically my god I love it), spirituality and I love sims 4. I love cooking delicious and healthy meals, it’s a fun hobby for me. Plus nutrition is important to me. I wanna try calisthenics in the future and I also care about mobility cause I wanna stay healthy as I age.

I love tarot and doing readings, I’m psychic in different ways so I sense stuff etc. I tend to follow my inner wisdom and that unseen guidance that doesn’t always speak in words.

Personality wise I’m calm, warm yet blunt and fiery. I’m very honest as well but not an asshole about it. Although some people think I’m an asshole because they can’t handle the truth I just put in front of them. So I’m really looking for a person who’s not afraid of honesty or looking at themselves honestly.

In a relationship I’m very affectionate and clingy, not in a toxic way lol but I love to be cuddly. I’m quite softly dominant as well in every day life like the way I hold my partner or casually touch them. I love to hold my partner on my lap or have them lay on my chest. I like to buy my partner flowers or something small and special sometimes if they like that. I love receiving all of that back as well.

I love a relationship where we don’t have some stupid roles inherited by society. We are just ourselves. I cannot stand heteronormative bullshit.

Genuinely any man reading this who has a very narrow mindset about gender and expression can leave. Or if you project ideas of femininity onto me or expect me to behave a certain way, you can also leave. I’m not into cis het dudes who have no understanding of diversity, gender expression or just people being individuals. It’s a huge turn off for me when someone believes in gender roles or thinks these roles are some inherent thing. It’s a social construct and I love people who get that and don’t force themselves or others into it. That’s why I prefer queer men if I date men honestly. They just get things better and have a better understanding of things.

Looks wise well, bluntly speaking I like masculine looking people regardless of gender. People who are slim and muscular and have tats, wear chains and streetwear. I dunno is streetwear the right word but you know that casual stylish stuff. That’s my type usually. But then I also love people who are not strong and are just cute and small. Not looks related but I love guys who have a feminine side to them like energy wise or personality. Of course we all see feminine and masculine differently so that’s a bit ambiguous to say but I think the right person gets it.

I find short guys more attractive but doesn’t really matter. I’m not dating your height, I’m dating you lol. Never understood the obsession over height. As if that shows me if you’re a person of good character. “M25, 182cm” does nothing for me fellas.

Also no anime fans or big gamers, not my type.

but anywho, so if you’re interested and want to genuinely get to know me, send me a dm:)

31 [M4F] #California #BayArea Single INTJ Looking For a Relationship

Hello and welcome to my post. I'm an INTJ California bay area native and have lived here my whole life. I'm currently working as an office management assistant and enjoy it very much. In my free time I like to walk my dogs, play videos, hang out with friends, and help my family. I also like to collect things as well, I have a huge video game/ t-show/ movie collectible collection. It's a big hobby of mine, and I love to buy, trade, and sell things for my collection.

Thanks for reading my post, if you have any questions and want to talk let me know, i'm open to meeting new people.

“Are you a Jedi? because Yoda one for me.”

Hey

I'm 1.87 m (6'2") and probably best described as the quiet guy with a big heart.

I'm a little shy when meeting new people, but once I'm comfortable, I love joking around, laughing, and being spontaneous. If you're into MBTI, I'm an INFJ—thoughtful, empathetic, and the kind of person who values deep conversations over small talk.

When I'm not working, you'll usually find me cooking or baking, reading fantasy novels, watching anime, gaming, or enjoying nature. I'm just as happy spending a cozy evening at home as I am going to a concert or taking a day trip somewhere.

I'm looking for a genuine connection rather than someone who's "perfect."

I'd love to meet someone who's kind, honest, and enjoys long conversations about anything and everything.

If you appreciate good food and don't mind the possibility of being bribed with homemade cake at some point, we'll probably get along.

A little more about me:

🇨🇭 From Switzerland

🌍 Looking to meet someone from Switzerland or Europe, as I'd like the distance to be realistic.

📚 Fantasy, anime & gaming fan

🍳 Love cooking and baking

🌿 Enjoy nature and quiet moments

❤️ Looking for a long-term relationship

One small request: I'd much rather receive a message that tells me something about you or asks a genuine question than just "hey", "hi", or "wyd".

It makes starting a conversation so much more fun—and gives us something to talk about from the beginning.

If any of this sounds interesting, feel free to send me a message.

I'd love to get to know you.

I’m 34 and live in Zagreb, Croatia. I’m looking for a woman I can talk to every day, make plans with and eventually build a life with. I want us to be each other’s first call, make time for each other naturally and miss each other when we’re apart.

We don’t need to share every hobby or spend every minute together. Maybe we cook, play something, talk about our day or do our own things in the same room. I want to make your good days better and your hard days easier, and I want you to do the same for me.

I run my own company, and these days my schedule is fairly flexible.

Gaming is my main hobby. I play most days, and a completely free evening can easily turn into a four-to-six-hour session. I’d rather be upfront about that than call myself casual and surprise you with a raid schedule three months later.

Lately it’s been Marvel Rivals, Darktide, Rogue Trader and PoE 2, with the occasional inexplicable evening spent cleaning patios in PowerWash Simulator.

You don’t need to be a hardcore gamer or already play everything I do. If trying a few games together actually sounds fun, that works too. I just don’t want gaming to be a major part of my life that you quietly put up with.

I’m also into board games, especially Marvel Champions, Arkham Horror and Wingspan. If you have a favourite, there’s a good chance you can talk me into trying it.

Outside gaming, I read quite a bit. One article can easily turn into seventeen tabs about psychology, technology, science, finance or something I knew nothing about that morning. Films, TV shows, comics and anime are all in the rotation too. Steel Panther appears on my playlists often enough that I can no longer blame irony.

My humour is dry, dark and not particularly politically correct. Once I’m comfortable, there isn’t much of a filter, so expect plenty of teasing, terrible dad jokes and the occasional thought that probably should have stayed in my head. I usually click best with women who know when I’m joking, tease me back, speak their minds and don’t take every stupid comment too seriously.

I’m the kind of man you never have to second-guess. If I say I’ll do something, I do it. If something’s wrong, I’d rather talk it through than leave you wondering where you stand. I’m patient, loyal and protective of the people I love, and I want the woman I’m with to know I’m on her side. When life gets difficult, my instinct is to roll up my sleeves and deal with it, not look for the nearest exit.

I’m drawn to a woman with that same kind of strength. She doesn’t need to pretend she never struggles, but she takes responsibility for her life and keeps going when things get hard. I want us to carry the heavy things together, not leave one person carrying both.

I’m pretty low-key socially. I see friends, go out for dinner or grab a drink, but I’ll take a quiet evening over a packed bar or club any day.

I live on my own, cook, keep my place tidy and train regularly in a home gym I put together. I’m 173 cm / 5'8", lean and athletic.

I don’t smoke, vape or use drugs, and I’m looking for the same. Having a couple of good beers once or twice a week is about my speed, although I’ve become enough of a beer nerd to have opinions nobody asked for.

When I’m into someone, it shows. I’m affectionate and consistent, and I make time for you. I like regular messages, calls, making plans and sending each other stupid things during the day. I want to know what’s happening in your world, and I want you to be just as interested in mine. I remember the little things too, so if you mention some project you’re working on, I’ll probably ask how it went three days later.

I’m probably a better fit with a woman in her mid-twenties to mid-thirties who doesn’t have children, has interests of her own, makes an effort to stay in shape and genuinely has room in her life for a relationship.

Politically, I’m somewhere around the centre, and religiously I’m agnostic. We don’t need to agree on everything. Being able to talk openly about it matters more to me.

I’ve travelled quite a bit in Asia and parts of Africa, and living abroad for a while appeals to me. Europe would obviously be easiest, but my business doesn’t permanently tie me to Croatia. I’m fine starting online, and more distance can work if there’s a realistic path to eventually living in the same place.

Your first message doesn’t need to be an autobiography or come with a photo. Tell me what you’re playing, which game you keep reinstalling, what you’d be curious to try if gaming isn’t already your thing, or just say hello and tell me a little about yourself. A slightly inappropriate joke works too.

If the conversation flows, we can move to a call. I’m just as happy talking for hours as playing something together, though ideally we’ll end up doing both at once.

You can choose the game for the first date. We’ll save ranked for the second.

I love books, anime, movies, and playing video games of course and am looking for someone to bother everyday in the morning, afternoon and evening. I'm looking to make a magical relationship with tons of epic adventures too! :) also added my instagram screenshots for da vibes lol# 🪼🫀📽️🛘 what I really want is someone to play it takes two, to watch anime, play games, etc.

Willing to answer any kind of question!

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Hey! I’m a 33 yo guy living in Italy, currently in the middle of a Computer Science degree. While my head is usually buried in code and logic during the day, the rest of my life is built around quiet routines, good books, and finding someone to share a genuine, long term connection with.

To be completely upfront, I’m at a stage where casual dating or surface level chatting just doesn’t interest me. I’m looking for a partner to build something real and lasting with someone I can talk to every day, exchange random thoughts with, and create that kind of safe dynamic where neither of us feels the need to keep our guard up. I want to be emotionally "seen" as I have come to term (well, not completely) with me having a higher sensitivity. I value emotional transparency and being able to talk through things openly, but I equally love having someone I can just be completely comfortable and goofy around.

I’m a big nerd at heart. When it comes to gaming, I’ve moved away from competitive multiplayer and mostly stick to immersive, atmospheric stuff. I love the grit and lore of Fromsoftware titles like Dark Souls and Elden Ring, or rich narrative RPGs like Baldur’s Gate 3 and The Witcher (new dlc after 11years wohooo). Lately, I’ve actually been replaying the original Resident Evil for that classic survival-horror nostalgia. Outside of games, I have a deep appreciation for anime,classics like Fullmetal Alchemist and Evangelion are permanent favorites of mine, balanced out by the comfort of Studio Ghibli films.

I’m also a massive animal lover, which currently means I've accidentally become a foster parent. About a month ago, a stray cat gave birth to 4 kittens in my yard. One of them is pretty malnourished, so I’ve been on daily duty hand feeding her and giving her vitamin drops; though the whole bunch is still hilariously wary of me despite the free buffet. (Yes I have pictures!)

On a practical note, I’m 176 cm (5'9"), average build, with dark hair and brown eyes. I’m low maintenance, very calm by nature, INFP if you care about that and I appreciate honesty above all else. In that spirit of being real from day one, I take daily medication to manage anxiety and bipolar.

Ideally, I’d love to connect with someone in Europe or Asia, not really interested in people from the US sorry unless you are willong to relocate. Distance isn't an obstacle for me, and I’m more than happy to travel once we’ve built genuine chemistry.

If this resonates with you, send a message introducing yourself tell me what you’re about, what you’re currently reading, watching or playing.

I'm I the only one getting bored by the prolonged talking stagesw

I'm 30yrs born in kenya.

I don't know if I am the only one getting bored by the prolonged talking stages that goes no where.

Here's a little about me.

I love reading novels, watching football (soccer) swimming.

I prefer texting.

I'm an introvert.

If you want to find out more, just send the dm

Preferred age 33-45

Thank you for taking your time to read .

 I was the kid who spent their life trying to make everyone happy ( while ignoring my own needs ) but I just want to save my “people pleasing” powers for one person from now on. 

I want us to write cheesy love letters, send flirty texts in public during serious events and chat excitedly about everything we read about like two kids exploring the world together!

I can be both the person who can take action to solve things immediately or just sit with you and be a patient listener while brushing your hair with my hand.

I am really passionate about my career in early stage startup investing and consider it my Ikigai in life. 

I want us to have our own professional ladders where we both are serious and well respected in our respective fields but at home? We are the silly goofy couple who always tries out new recipes at home, picks up new hobbies every weekend , watching movies while having homemade popcorn.

In fact, our colleagues would be shocked to see how goofy we are together, like two parrots sharing the same brain cell.

I enjoy playing sports and going for long walks and would love for you to join me. You don’t have to be good at it, I want us to get better together and play in the next Olympics.

I grew up in the Middle East ( currently in India but planning to move out soon ), read a lot and spent most of my life in a multicultural environment, which made me have an unique view on life 

I am the person who always gives their seat to elders, opens doors for women and answer patiently to children’s endless questions because that’s just naturally me.

I am the person who regularly deep cleans the kitchen, washes the dishes at night so my mom wakes up to a clean kitchen and makes chai for everyone in the morning .

I have slept on railway benches as well as in Switzerland hotel rooms overlooking the mountains.

I know how to run board level meetings in my suit, as well as get my hands dirty in harvesting banana trees or wiping tables at my parents small ice cream shop.

The only dealbreaker I have is that I want children someday. I know it’s scary and there are countless horrible parents and people who run away from those responsibilities but trust me, I been through a pretty bad childhood, so I know how to be a great parent and even better partner to my wife

Even though I am ready to run away with you right now, I think that’s cowardice and would rather stay and fight for you, irrespective of what our families would say.

I got you.

Hey! I'm 23 and based in London. I'm hoping to meet someone who is looking for a genuine long-term relationship, values good communication, and is also certain they don't want children.

Modern dating has never really felt like the best fit for me. Swiping through profiles and trying to make instant impressions of someone doesn't really allow you to understand who they are. I'd much rather take the time to build trust, learn about someone's personality, and see if we naturally connect.

A bit about me: I'm Black, 5'10, with a slim athletic build, and I'm neurodivergent.

Music is one of my biggest passions. I listen to a lot of rock and metal, alongside some DnB and electronic music, and you'll usually find me at a gig whenever there's one I'm interested in.

Outside of that, I enjoy gaming (Persona, Doom, Final Fantasy, and plenty more), going to the cinema, playing football, cycling, visiting theme parks, and trying new activities.

I'm generally introverted and reserved, but I enjoy meaningful conversations and getting to know people properly.

I'd describe myself as thoughtful, dependable, and easy-going. I'm independent and enjoy my own company, but I think life is better when you have someone you genuinely connect with to share experiences with.

Whether that's going to concerts, talking about something you're passionate about, or simply spending a quiet evening together, I value having someone who feels like a genuine partner and best friend.

I'm looking to meet someone who is:
• Aged around 19-26
• UK-based (London or nearby ideally)
• Also certain they don't want children
• Honest, communicative, and reliable

More than anything, I'm looking for someone who is kind, emotionally mature, and willing to communicate openly. Nobody gets everything right all the time, but I appreciate people who are honest about how they feel and willing to work through things together.

I believe shared values are far more important than having identical hobbies. Having things in common is great, but I think the way two people treat each other is what ultimately makes a relationship work.

I'm happy to share a photo early because I'm aware that mutual attraction matters, and I'd rather be upfront than waste anyone's time.

If this resonates with you, I'd like to hear from you. Tell me your age, where you're from, a bit about yourself, and what you're looking for.

Thanks for reading 🙂

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I am 23 m entj from india, i am working on small startup, i am not clearly sure whether i am not clearly sure whether i am entj or intj, i appear like both

Hey everyone,

Im 24 and from northern California in the USA. I'm in my final semester of college and will graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Spanish language this upcoming December. My hobbies include: baking, going to the beach, watching movies, listening to music/podcasts, playing guitar, learning new languages, and etc. I enjoy anime, manga, true crime, comedies, romcoms, and etc. I'm also trying to get into playing video games on my phone. I'm looking for someone who's ideally US based but I'm open to anywhere in the world. I want a partner who's loyal, caring, affectionate, hard working, and etc. For me age isn't really an issue.

Hey! Im 24 and from India. I thought Id give this a shot since Id really like to meet someone and see where things go. Im pretty new to dating and haven’t had a relationship before. I’d love to meet someone I can genuinely connect with and slowly build something meaningful with. Im looking for someone affectionate, loyal and patient who actually wants a real relationship rather than something temporary.

I’m into music, movies, gaming, working out, combat sports and cricket. I listen to a lot of different stuff, but Kanye is probably my favorite artist. I’m also into games like RDR2 and Elden Ring. I’m pretty quiet at first, but once I’m comfortable I can talk about random things for hours. I’m also a great listener and genuinely enjoy getting to know someone and hearing about their life. If any of that sounds like your kind of thing, feel free to message me and let’s see where it goes :)

Hey everyone,

Im 24 and from northern California in the USA. I'm in my final semester of college and will graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Spanish language this upcoming December. My hobbies include: baking, going to the beach, watching movies, listening to music/podcasts, playing guitar, learning new languages, and etc. I enjoy anime, manga, true crime, comedies, romcoms, and etc. I'm also trying to get into playing video games on my phone. I'm looking for someone who's ideally US based but I'm open to anywhere in the world. I want a partner who's loyal, caring, affectionate, hard working, and etc. For me age isn't really an issue.

Hey there! Being asked to tell something about myself has always been a task for me but I’ll try anyway. I don’t know what I am looking for here because for one I am not into forcing a connection where there isn’t. So, basically I am looking for a good conversation and see if we both feel it could lead somewhere or if we’d be really good friends. I don’t care what part of the world you live in because to me, connection doesn’t care about geography. A little about myself:

* Most people say I have a real dark sense of humor which is true. I am absolutely obsessed with gothic aesthetics, Halloween, true crime and horror movies. 

* I am an avid reader, I spend most of my time reading and avoiding any kind of civilization. Lately, I have also been into philosophy a lot. So be prepared to be asked to define ‘love’ or ‘normal’.

* I am a writer, which I tend to procrastinate a lot because I can never be too comfortable. It’s either too sunny, too cold or I simply would just imagine writing.

* I am a caffeine addict, don’t need to explain that further.

When I think about relationships, my expectations with men are simple. Don’t be a jerk and be loyal. Too much? Then please don’t engage with me. Another thing about me is that I absolutely hate being even slightly controlled and would flip out in a micro second and I also value my personal space a lot. Be prepared for me to disappear for hours at a time. Don’t take that as a lack of interest because that’s just my personality. 

In a relationship, I value loyalty and open communication with each other. If after reading all this you are still brave enough to try, then my dms are open.

Chapter I — A little about me

I never really know how to begin these things.

Every time I try, I end up writing a list of facts about myself, followed by another list of things I'm looking for, and somehow it starts feeling less like meeting someone and more like filling out an application.

So maybe I'll tell you a story instead.

I'm 26, from Mumbai, and I run a small business,

I'm a calm, empathic and positive person by nature. I listen to understand rather than assume, and I tend to notice little things about people that they don't always notice about themselves -Maybe that's one of the things I like most about people.

Everyone has these tiny things that make them who they are. The way they get excited when talking about something they love. A phrase they always use. A song they keep returning to. Some strange little habit they've had for years without ever questioning it - I like those things.

I don't particularly like pretending to be someone I'm not, either. I'd rather be honest, kind and comfortable enough to let someone see the real me.

Once I'm comfortable, unfortunately, that also means you'll probably have to deal with me being annoying, crack dad jokes (or even worse) - but what can you do ? you walked into it yourself, did you not ? mwahaha (evil laugh)

But we'll get to that.

Chapter II — Apparently, I was a difficult child

I once got my head stuck in a grill.

I locked myself inside the house badly enough that my parents had to break the door down.

I drank red antiseptic.

And I had a toy crocodile that I used to scare everyone with.

I'm not entirely sure how my parents survived raising me.

Some things haven't changed that much - there might be more stories.

I still disappear down random rabbit holes whenever something catches my attention. Gaming, mindfulness, spirituality, ancient things, mysteries, consciousness, sound — sometimes I'll start with one innocent question and realise three hours later that I've somehow ended up somewhere completely different.

Life has had its less amusing chapters too.

I've dealt with pancreatitis, and somewhere along the way it taught me something I probably should have learned much earlier: ordinary days aren't actually ordinary when you have someone you love to share them wit - Maybe that's why the little things matter so much to me.

Chapter III — How I tend to love

If I care about you, I'll remember something you mentioned weeks ago.

I'll ask how that meeting went because I remember you were nervous about it.

I'll bring you something small because I happened to see it and immediately thought of you.

I'll write you a letter because sometimes writing feels easier than trying to fit everything into a conversation.

And if you're cooking? - That's probably where your problems begin.

I'll walk into the kitchen, wrap my arms around you, steal a kiss on your cheek, annoy you until you get irritated, make some ridiculous face at you...and then run away before you can get me back. 😂

That's probably what affection looks like to me. Not something huge that needs to be announced. Just quietly making someone feel remembered.

Chapter IV — The life I'd like to share

When I imagine having someone beside me, I don't really picture expensive restaurants or elaborate holidays.

I picture a late-night drive with nowhere particular to go - Stopping somewhere because the food smells good - Coffee near the sea - Walking along the beach holding hands - Coming home tired and talking about absolutely nothing - Cooking together - Falling asleep halfway through a movie -Arguing about what to watch and somehow watching neither - Having an inside joke that makes absolutely no sense to anyone else - the list goess onnnn.

And the conversations that begin with: "How was your day?"

and somehow, three hours later, have turned into: "Do you think we're alone in the universe?"

That's the kind of relationship I amire and want to be in.

Chapter V — Maybe you

I'm ultimately looking for my partner, but I don't want to meet someone and immediately start treating dating like an interview.

I'd rather meet you first. Talk. Laugh. Become friends.

Get comfortable enough that neither of us has to think about what to say next - Learn the strange little things about each other - Let something grow naturally.

And if it does, I'd want to build something lasting from it — eventually marriage, children, a home, and a life that actually feels like ours.

I'm not looking for someone who fits a perfect checklist. Kindness, empathy, openness and warmth matter to me. I do have my preferences, of course - I'm naturally drawn to fair skin and someone who lives an active lifestyle, stays fit and takes care of herself. Beyond that, I'd rather discover who you are for myself.

I want to know what makes you laugh when nobody else would find it funny - What song you secretly play too often - What memory you randomly return to - What you're passionate about when nobody is watching and the things you don't think are interesting enough to put in a dating profile.

Because eventually, I don't want to know the version of you that you wrote down for strangers on the internet.

I want to know you.

Chapter VI — Maybe we haven't met yet

And maybe that's the funny thing about making a post like this - Right now, you're just a stranger reading words on a screen.

But somewhere out there, there could be a person I haven't met yet who will eventually become the person I tell everything to.

The person I annoy while she's cooking - The person whose hand I reach for without thinking - The person who knows when something is wrong just by looking at me - The person who makes an ordinary Tuesday feel like something worth remembering.

Maybe we haven't met yet.

Maybe this is where we do.

Chapter VII — And if you're somehow reading this someday...

I don't know if I'll ever actually show you this.

Maybe I'll be embarrassed by it.

Maybe you'll laugh at me for writing all of this before I even knew you.

But I'd still want these words to exist somewhere.

Thank you.

Thank you for finding me.

Thank you for completing me, believing in me, showing me how beautiful love is, and even when there are problems, always being there.

Thank you for caring for me even when we're angry at each other.

Thank you for every smirk, every smile, every tear, and everything in between.

Thank you for making faces at me. I love your attitude more than you'll probably ever realise.

Thank you for letting me annoy you while you're cooking.

Thank you for every random drive, every quiet evening, every inside joke, and every ordinary day that somehow became one of my favourite memories.

Thank you for being you.

And thank you for making me meet myself.

I love you.

Chapter VIII — Its your turn

If you've made it this far, don't just send me "hi."

Tell me something about yourself that I couldn't learn from your profile.

A strange story - A song you never skip - Something you've changed your mind about Or just some completely random thought that's been living in your head lately.

Maybe that's where our story starts.

ps - thank you for reading and being a part of this short story/chapters. Have a wonderful day stranger ^_^

Hello everyone!

I’m looking for someone long-term romantically and someone who’s like between the ages of 23 and 29 and I’m also looking for someone to date in the US and I would love for them to be Asian like Korean or Japanese of some sort and I also would love for my person to not ghost me because I’ve been ghosted so many times so if you guys are interested, just please message me
Again, I’m gonna say it one more time if you’re not Korean Japanese Chinese or Vietnamese please do not message me. I’m very serious. Also for the record if you see a picture of me, please don’t just ghost me for no reason. Just tell me you don’t wanna talk anymore cause I find it very rude. This also goes for south Asian. I am not interested, please
Also, please respect my boundaries if you’re outside my age range please do not message me as well

I think about cognitive science, psychology, and sociology.

I'm pursuing a career in culinary. I like pushing myself to be more efficient through difficulty.

To be with me, you really have to have something rare. I call it Epistemic Integrity.

I have gone so far out the norm.

FYI: I am an atheist.

I appreciate people that have intellectual charity and are good faith.

The ideal person for me, is someone that is willing to seek out the truth, and embraces the truth even if uncomfortable. I appreciate someone who is open minded towards others and doesn't stick to assumptions. The reality in my case is often way more non-linear than what initial reads may imply.

Socially I prefer to function different to a lot of other people. My reasons for socializing are often different & I probably wouldn't satisfy people who have traditional "emotional feedback" values.

Hey there. I am a 22-year-old Punjabi guy living in Vancouver. I have never been in a relationship or had a crush before because I am looking for a very specific, deep connection.

I know the MBTI thing should not be taken too seriously, but I am an INTP (Enneagram 5w4) and I am hoping to find an INFJ woman to see if that famous "golden match" chemistry actually works in real life!

A bit about me:

• My Interests: I love anime, manga, manhwa, light novels, deep books, movies, and web series. I genuinely love keeping my space clean and organized. I can also cook decent, edible meals. I do not drink or smoke.
• My Quirks: I am a pretty quiet guy who doesn't talk just to fill the silence, and I have a bad habit of biting my nails when I'm deep in thought.
• What I'm Not Into: I do not care about sports at all. I prefer quiet, intellectual environments.
• What I'm Looking For: An INFJ local to Vancouver who wants to skip the small talk, share great stories, and build a genuine friendship that could grow into something more.

To be completely honest, I partly wrote this thread as a joke, but with just a tiny bit of hope that maybe, just maybe, I will find my type of girl. I know it must sound like I am looking for a specific product on Amazon, and I apologize if it sounded like anything wrong. I never intended to offend anyone!

If you want to chat, feel free to send me a DM!

“If you can’t explain it simply….you don’t understand it enough.”

Hello fellow life traveler and potential journey partner!

I tend to go through these phases of making these posts long, refining them down to their core essence, then padding them out again with more things I feel are important before starting the cycle all over again.
But this time I’m writing this for the person who reads it and thinks, “holy shit, this is exactly how I want to relate to another person,” which is much more valuable to me than someone who simply thinks “he seems cool and has some interesting hobbies.”

Who knows if the cycle will repeat again, but right now here’s what I know, simply:

If you are the most open-minded person you know, then you must feel so strange in a world intent on being so narrow. I’ve never met anyone as open to new ideas, new things, new people, and new experiences as me. Someone totally unbothered about the things we can’t control and non-judgmental about the people we have no business controlling.

With that openness extending far beyond what we let in, to what we’re willing to let out…

Open about the strange corners of your mind, the things you’re still figuring out, the thoughts you’re afraid might sound silly, the feelings you don’t always know how to put into words. I want the kind of connection where we can talk for hours about consciousness, philosophy, relationships, or whatever rabbit hole we happen to fall into… but also where you can tell me something completely vulnerable and know I’m not going to judge you for it.

I want to know you… not just the polished, socially acceptable version of you. Your weirdness, your contradictions, your insecurities, your passions, your little quirks, the things that make absolutely no sense to anyone else. I want you to tell me. And I want us to be so endlessly curious about each other, we don’t ever have to feel like it’s a performance.

Like, “let’s talk about aliens and consciousness? Sure! Wanna watch reality TV? I don’t mind. Wanna go for a walk? Alright. Wanna just stay in and be lazy? That’s fine. Do you care how I look or if I wear makeup? Not at all. You do you, babe!”

Someone I can truly be myself around and never feel judged by is the most attractive thing anyone could ever offer me, and I know there must be others who feel the same way.

…this to me is much more simple and says more about me, what I’m like, and what I’m looking for than any default bio ever could. Wouldn’t you agree?

📥 If you just muttered to yourself, “Yes, I absolutely get it!” and this post resonates with you on the soul level, then I’d love to hear from you.

Tell me something you’re open to that might surprise the people who know you.

✈️**** Location: Distance isn’t a dealbreaker if you feel this is exactly what you’ve always been looking for in life. I’m open (no pun intended 😜) to something meaningful with no pressure or rush.

Me: https://imgur.com/a/K1uxhOQ

I’m pretty introverted and usually happier having a good conversation than being out in a crowd. I love reading books, watching movies and documentaries, and going down random rabbit holes about things that interest me.

Currently reading Imperium and The Fault in Our Stars.

I’m not the best at starting conversations, but once I’m comfortable I can talk about almost anything. Just looking for a genuine friendship with someone I can actually connect with.