Is dating draining your bank account? Here’s a cheap solution | Dave Schilling
I understand gen Z’s concerns about the cost of romance. But anything can be a date if you want it to be A couple of months ago, I wrote a column imploring young people to keep trying to find love, to not become cynical about romance and avoid the temptation of the accursed “loneliness influencers” peddling antisocial behavior as some sort of newfangled experiment that no one had thought of…
The financial strain of dating has become a growing concern among young adults, with many opting to remain single to avoid the hefty costs. A recent article in the New York Times highlighted that "the prospect of a tab of $150 or more for two entrées, two drinks, an appetizer and tip" is unaffordable for many members of Generation Z. I, too, have experienced the financial toll of dating when I took a very famous political figure from the late 90s on a date.
While I was honored to spend time with someone of her caliber, I had to shell out twice the amount I usually would, which left my bank account feeling the impact. Despite the strain on my finances, I found the experience rewarding as I walked away with an incredible story to share at social gatherings.
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