Goa, Aug. 18 -- Elsa Angel Rose

For many youngsters, finding a partner has become similar to finding the right pair of jeans, shoes and more. Modern dating is often compared to shopping, where potential partners are viewed almost like products in a marketplace. Despite many predictions that by 2035 more people will meet their partners online than in person, the reality of dating apps feels far less exciting. In recent years, "dating app fatigue" has become increasingly common, with users describing the experience as repetitive and draining, having the same small-talk conversations, watching chats suddenly go quiet, and trying to keep up with several matches at once.

ONLINE DATING FEELS LIKE SHOPPING

"Online dating does feel a lot like ...