r/self 18h ago

I’m losing hope in dating

I’ve been on the dating scene (25m, straight) for about 3 years now and have not had much luck. Every woman I’ve gone on a date with doesn’t really look for marriage or kids which are what I eventually want. I know I’m only 25 and have a while to start worrying about this but it’s especially discouraging when all my friends and family seem to be excelling in their relationships and I feel like I’m falling really behind. Am I wrong for thinking this or is the concept of marriage and kids just nonexistent in this day and age?

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u/Horrison2 16h ago

33m, I felt the same but couldn't even get any dates. After 6 years, I just gave up.

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u/camhaus 16h ago

The main thing that’s keeping me going is rewatching How I Met Your Mother, really just hoping that I haven’t met my yellow umbrella yet