Published By: Orna Ghosh

Generation gap ft. Dating and Relationships.

Is generation gap a myth?

Generation gap is real and it does exist. We have experienced evolution in many cases such as technology, fashion and lifestyle. Similarly, even relationships and dating changed with time.

We must agree that the science behind human connection remains constant over time, but their act on their emotions are ever changing. When we talk about love and romance, these feelings are most natural human sensations that largely come down to our minds. But its expression has changed with time.

Let us have a look how dating and relationships have changed with time.

Meetings.

Before: Earlier, the mode of finding partners was through arrangements made by friends or family members. Although, people’s attitude towards being fixed up were changing and they started looking for other ways to express their attraction.

Now: Dating today is made easier with advancement with technology. The concept of dating is based on a series of short chats or few meet-ups. It is made more time-efficient with the introduction of dating apps.

Before: At the beginning, it was only the guys who used to express their love and feelings. Getting down on one knee with flowers in hand was the classic proposal set up that was followed. It was also promoted in maximum movies. Back then, girls were more used to getting a proposal than proposing.

Now: Today, you can find tons of viral videos of ladies proposing their man. It was never gender biased, but it took years for women to be more expressive about their feelings. Although, there are ladies who are waiting for that one magical moment.

Before: There was a shyness or coyness among women to be more expressive about their needs. It was believed that being vocal is a kind of quiet demeanour to women.

Now: But today women are more vocal about their needs in the relationship. They talk to their partners and also listen to them. Relationship today is more like two-way talk, where both the persons have their own opinion.

Before: At earlier times, marriages were arranged by family or relatives. It was kind of an adventure to share a life with someone unknown.

Now: Be it arranged or love marriage, they are given time to know each other and then decide.

Trust-issues.

Before: Due to limited technical and social exposure, trust was the only thread keeping them together. There was enough trust among the partners, which kept them happily ever after.

Now: With access to different social media platforms and technology, trust issues have become a major threat to relationships.