Why Old-Fashioned Dating Advice Never Goes Out Of Style

After her 20-year marriage ended, Emily found herself terrified at the prospect of dating again. The world had changed so much since she was last single. But her friends kept insisting she try online dating.

Hesitantly, Emily created a profile and was instantly bombarded with matches and messages. She went on a flurry of first dates, trying to keep up with the fast pace everyone else seemed to be moving at. Men frequently texted her and pushed for more of a physical connection.

Jake pushed to become exclusive after just two dates. Tom got upset when Emily wouldn’t introduce him to her kids after a month. The relentless push for quick intimacy left Emily feeling rushed and uneasy-she wasn’t ready to move that fast. The casual and accelerated modern dating process felt overwhelming.

Just when she thought about deleting her profile and giving up, Emily met Paul. An old-fashioned gentleman, Paul followed the courtship style of dating. He planned thoughtful activities in advance, opened doors for her, and took things at a gradual pace. There were no demands, just two people getting to know each other.

With Paul, Emily could simply enjoy the experience without immense pressure. She realized that was what she needed after her marriage- the time and space to decide if this was…