Many single Japanese people in their 20s have never been on a date

Re:Many single Japanese people in their 20s have never been ... by aquadoggy on Wednesday June 15, 2022 @11:23AM (#31754368)

I know the first line is sad. I am trying to find a healthier way to view the situation.

A lot of my best friends are women. Recently I went through a major accomplishment. I had five women friends text me to congratulate me.

I feel that I dress well, and I am a physically fit marathon-running, motorcycle-riding, outdoorsman. Social awkwardness yes but I think it comes across as being sincere.

This is my unhealthy mindset talking (perhaps) but it isn't necessarily low ego, it's just life, pop culture, etc does not align with the values I was taught as a child, growing up in a conservative religious home.

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Re:Many single Japanese people in their 20s have never been ... by marcyb5st on Wednesday June 15, 2022 @01:43PM (#31756514)

Then find circles where people with the same mindset gravitate. For me it's the climbing gym and/or dating apps (they might not be the best but a necessary evil, especially considering how much time we spend working). For people with religious upbringing I have no idea honestly.

Anyway, I am sorry to hear about your struggle, and is something I am having troubles relating to since I grew up in a colture/family that is very open about sex.

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Re:Many single Japanese people in their 20s have never been ... by frosted-flakes on Wednesday June 15, 2022 @11:53AM (#31754890)

I suggest that you be comfortable with the fact that you might spend the rest of your life single. I don't mean that you should stop pursuing a partner, but you should not let it bother if you don't find one. You can live a fulfilling life no matter who you're with.

I know several people who stayed single late in their lives, and they are happy and have many friends. I know some others who married late in life, and they are also happy.

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