Contributed by: kellyseal on Monday, January 15 2024 @ 08:15 am
Last modified on Monday, January 15 2024 @ 08:24 am
Clean Slating is the newest dating trend in India to kick off 2024, at least according to dating app Bumble.
The term refers to letting go of past relationships and baggage that you no longer want to hold onto, and starting the year on a clean slate, according to The Deccan Chronicle.
According to the nationwide study, an overwhelming 71 percent of Indians said they are starting the new year on a clean slate, leaving the past behind. Bumble’s findings also revealed that 70 percent of respondents feel that making peace with exes and past relationships going into 2024 gives them a fresh start. Sixty-nine percent say that it will “open them up to new experiences and people,” and 67 percent said it will allow them deeper connections, according to the Chronicle[*1] .
The study was commissioned by Bumble and conducted by Censuswide, among a sample of over 2,000 Indians ages 18-40 across ten cities in the country.
Closure is important to moving on and into happier, healthier relationships. Nearly 70 percent of Indians strongly believe that the act of letting go of past relationships before the new year has a more profound positive impact on their emotional well-being, according to The Deccan Chronicle. As it turns out, mental health is a priority for many daters right now, and moving on from the past is a big part of healing.
It makes sense that people look at the new year as a new chance to heal and let go of baggage in order to bring new love into their lives.
Another 70 percent of Indians said that they want to commit to “newer experiences in the new year,” and 53 percent felt a sense of optimism and excitement towards finding a partner this year.
Samarpita Samaddar, India Communications Director at Bumble said in a statement: "Whether you’re looking for something casual, or want to go with the flow or you’re interested in finding a long-term relationship, now is the best time to set your dating intentions right. Reflecting on the year past and thinking through how you want to move forward in 2024 is a good way to start the new year!”
Some expert advise singles to try new things, including new recreation and hobbies, both to meet people and also get out of their comfort zone and old routines. Changing things up, even in small ways, can lead to new opportunities.
Samaddar went on to say: “Think about who and how you want to date and be intentional about what you’re looking for in a partner in 2024 - this clarity can help you find newer and better dating experiences.”
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