Do you really know? Could zero dates make your love life more efficient?
Feb 22, 2025
Dating apps are consuming over 55 minutes of daily attention, yet many users report negative effects on mental health. Enter the concept of zero dates: short, one-hour meetings that focus on quick compatibility checks. Conceived by entrepreneur Christina Wallace in 2018, this strategy is designed to streamline the dating experience and enhance communication. The method aims to help singles regain control of their love lives without the overwhelming pressure of traditional dating.
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Christina Wallace's Zero Date
- Christina Wallace, the inventor of the zero date, aimed to optimize her dating life by implementing a system.
- Her system involved screening potential dates based on their messages before meeting them for a short, time-limited "zero date."
Zero Date Screening
- Set up a "zero date" quickly after a few screening checks, such as good grammar and profile engagement.
- This filters out people not genuinely interested and helps avoid wasting time on bad dates.
Zero Date vs. First Date
- A zero date is like a pre-first date, designed to be short (around an hour) and focused on assessing compatibility quickly.
- Unlike a first date, which may involve dinner, zero dates involve an activity like having a single drink together.