BUMBLE BREAKS THE STATUS QUO WITH GREEN DATING

Right swipe leads to a match, the match leads to controversial comments and eventually we unmatch. This is a familiar recounter for any individual on a dating app. Bumble breaks the loop by introducing green dating. GREEN DATING involves aligning with people who are advocates for a clean environment

Since the inception of bumble, the concept was to create a feminist dating app. The app has offered us a plethora of options from interest to basics, the application offers us the feature to upload pictures and also answer stipulated prompts which gives other users an opportunity to understand the individual in a more precise manner.

I am an avid consumer of Bumble. I have been using the application since 2019, this was the time when the pandemic started, and due to boredom and lack of social interaction, I decided to give the world of online dating a shot. Over the course of three years, I matched with 80 people and I only went out with 4. Yesterday I was sipping on my tea and a thought entered my mind "why is it that I only went out with 4 people". 

People use their tunnel visions on dating applications to match with the person they assume would be a perfect match for them. Now that's what I did but why was I stuck with 4 people. I opened my application and started breaking down our chats. Then I realized that everything was going perfectly during my conversations; we had the same interest, passion, and choice in music, and even liked the same books.

Everything was perfect except the fact that I wanted to meet outside and I cared for the environment and every time I brought it up, it was made into a topic of mockery and I got branded as a "prude"

I laughed it off because they were wonderful people and we did have a common ground for discussion but all things never panned out. The people I went out with cared for nature and were social workers.

They had staggering opinions about the government's role in making the country more sustainable and I actually enjoyed every bit of our conversation. I'm currently in a relationship with the person I matched and it was only possible because of our mutual love and care for the environment.

The green dating feature attracts a crowd of specific demographic and also people who are more sensitive, well-read, and understanding of social causes. According to studies around 28% of people on bumble opted for the "environmentalism" badge on their interest section, thus indicating that they stand for a clean and sustainable environment.

around 54% of people in the United States who use online dating applications prefer a relationship, the green dating feature has enabled a proportion of the people to align with people who have the same interest.

With the green dating attribute, bumble has successfully made the platform not only feminist but also environment caring and if people are satisfied with their matches then the platform has served its purpose

People who use the medium of dating apps can now try the following:

1. Walk in a park

Instead of chugging alcohol in a bar and pretending to like it, People can walk outside in a local park and talk. They are dubbed as walk 'n' talk dates. People can engage better whilst enjoying mother nature. parks provide numerous topics for conversation because you can run, make fun of the surrounding,s and if you feel sixteen even go down the slide.

2. Environment March

Due to the increase in pollution, the government has taken initiative to clean the street. People can meet their dates at these marches and get to know each other better whilst keeping the city clean. This gives the user the opportunity to understand whether their partner is sensitive toward the environment or not.

3. Picnic at a Park

Instead of going to a restaurant and shelling out money, people can pack food and enjoy it in a park or any public attraction but do make sure to pick up the spoils. Park and public attractions provide a more romantic setting and due to the open environment, conversations tend to be more personalized and thus give the user the chance to understand their partners better.

4. Hiking and Camping

If walking in a park sounds boring, users can also meet at famous hiking locations and bond over the course of 11 miles. Meeting in a restricted environment leads to the generation of adrenaline and dopamine and thus making the user seem more attractive to their partners.

5. Biking on a Trail

Biking on a natural trail is always better than working out on an exercise bike. Not only is it good for health, but it gives the user an opportunity to breathe in the fresh air. A more natural setting can benefit the date and also give the user the chance to be more spontaneous.

6. Stargazing and Drinking wine

Just laying on a blanket, drinking wine, and watching the star is one of the most romantic dates a couple can ever have. These locations are usually quiet and give the couple time to connect. A quiet setting makes the date more romantic and personal and may lead to future dates.

7. Meeting near ponds and water bodies

Ponds and natural water bodies provide an excellent date setting. Couples can swim in the water, jump from trees or just lay there under trees. While performing energetic activities, there is an adrenaline rush which makes the date more intense and intimate.

8. Boating in a Pond

Boating requires accuracy and coordination between the couple. Such activities need multiple funny situations and give the users multiple topics to make conversations on. I prefer boating because I love water activities and always feel like jumping in the pond but you don't do that! ask your partner first.

9. Scuba diving in the ocean

Underwater activities are the best way to connect with your partner. The ocean is calm and composed, It calms your nerves and it's really pretty as well. Imagine swimming and all the fish surrounding you and your partner, each stroke feels empowering .

With the Green Dating feature, bumble has spread the message of a clean environment but also given its users to engage with people with similar interests and aspirations.

I personally enjoy the green dating feature because I am energetic and outgoing. Outdoor activities lead to the release of adrenaline and make the date more engaging. So finally  I can meet someone who is outgoing and whose interests align with my disposition.