a new initiative that celebrates realignment over reinvention
As “New Year, New You” dating pressure ramps up, HER, the largest sapphic dating app for queer women and non-binary people, is launching “The Sapphic Restart,” a new initiative that celebrates realignment over reinvention.
New survey data shows:
- 68% of users are recalibrating or easing back into dating this winter, choosing intention over rush.
- 67% are motivated by healing, emotional depth, or life transitions – not boredom.
- Nearly 60% cite loneliness and a need for emotional safety, seeking community-rooted connections.
To support this, Robyn Exton, founder of HER is sharing straightforward tips for small, authentic profile updates that reflect who you are right now – no overhaul needed:
Update your photos honestly:
- Add at least one recent photo (from the last month) and include shots of you doing things you love, gaming, protesting, playing violin, where you look and feel like yourself.
Refresh your bio naturally:
- Remove anything outdated, add one or two current interests, and write it like you actually talk – no need for a “perfect” dating voice.
Add easy conversation starters:
- Include questions or prompts about topics you love chatting about, favorite local spots, recent experiences, or fun debates (pineapple on pizza? oat milk opinions?).
Highlight what excites you right now:
- Mention a hobby you’re restarting, a show you’re binging, or how you really spend weekends – keep it current and true to this moment.
Use temporary features for your vibe:
- Try 72-hour Feelings tags to share your current mood and energy – they add a real-time layer without any permanent commitment.
Stay authentic:
- You don’t need to appeal to everyone. Being honest and pacing yourself attracts the connections that actually matter
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