Scarcity Mindset in Dating Apps

The dating environment presents an abundance of choices, yet people have a scarcity mindset. Dating apps make individuals feel easily replaceable, leading to higher stakes, less settling, and fear of abandonment and rejection. This fear triggers the need to 'lock down' a partner quickly, even when red flags are present. Many individuals settle due to low self-esteem and the belief that they may not find better love, rather than holding out for a relationship that truly meets their needs.