The rise of dating apps, social media, and the prominence of technology in everyday life has transformed the dating landscape as we know it.
With endless information at our fingertips—TikTokers recounting first-date horror stories, viral threads analyzing disastrous encounters, and podcasts dissecting relationship dynamics—spotting “red flags” should, in theory, be a breeze. Yet, in reality, dating remains subjective, and opinions on what constitutes a “flag” can vary widely.
For some, modern dating culture creates overwhelming pressure to meet high standards. For others, it’s a chance to be more selective—treating dating as a process of elimination, akin to a job interview, where only the best matches pass to the next stage.
Relationship experts weigh in, offering a guide to recognizing behaviors that might signal incompatibility or potential problems.
Lisa Marie Bobby, PhD, LMFT, LP, BCC, Founder & CEO, Growing Self Counseling & Coaching
Too much chemistry on a first date can …