Stack dating: the modern relationship stage that needs more talking about

With the rise of modern dating apps, it has become easier to ‘match’ with people having similar interests, go out on dates and then decide for yourself how you would like to proceed with your dating life. Rewind a little and remember how your parent's incessant chatter about ' meeting' a prospective groom makes you alter your schedule and squeeze them in? This casually squeezing a date as your daily life progresses and yet not entering into any form of commitment, now has a legit name – stack dating.

Stack dating in short, can be termed as a phase of getting to know multiple people by scheduling meet-ups within a limited time. And it’s a simple process. Meet people for a short time, make the most of the ' first impressions is the last impression' phrase and think about meeting them for a longer time if compatibility matches.

What is stack dating?

Healthy and unhealthy choices in stack dating

Stack dating can, at times, be considered a very dicey positioning. To maintain a healthy version of it, one should be very clear about the fact that whoever they are meeting is not an exclusive commitment. This honesty opens paths for mutual respect and goodbyes too. They need to treat every individual with respect. Remember, nobody is perfect and everyone has some positives and flaws. Most importantly, never make promises that you cannot keep. As you start meeting quite a few people, narrow down your choices for the better.

This phase usually stops when you have met and professed your love to the person you think is the right one for you. If you, however, keep meeting alternatives after a commitment, that might put you in the spot. Moreover, even when you are dating, red flags like bringing friends along and hiding the truth or other relationships should be avoided. You are only meeting for a short time, and your date better make it worth your while.

Why go about stack dating today?

People have levied allegations on stack dating that it becomes exhausting talking about yourself or getting to know so many people. But there are still some positives to this trend. First, you are very clear about compatibility before wanting to invest your time and energy on one person. Second, it sets priorities straight. the fact that you are meeting a possible partner in the middle of your daily activities, means that you are clear about your future and vision. It establishes you as an individual which makes it easier for people to gauge what they are getting into.

Third, in the process of meeting so many people, you become clear in your head, what traits you are looking for in your partner. This reduces anxiety, encourages you to know people in depth and ultimately take the right decision.

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