My First Million
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Dating is a skill that can be learned and improved systematically
Evidence
People can dramatically improve their dating success through specific changes to profiles, conversation techniques, and mindset shifts, just like any other skill
Implication
Most dating failure comes from lack of knowledge and practice, not fundamental unchangeable factors
Counter Belief
Dating success is primarily about natural charisma, physical attractiveness, and luck
Example Application
Someone who gets few matches starts taking better photos, writing more engaging prompts, and practicing conversation skills, leading to significantly more dating success
Related Knowledge
Maximizer vs Satisficer Decision Making
Two approaches to decision-making: maximizers seek the absolute best option by extensive searching, while satisficers set a 'good enough' threshold and choose the first option that meets it.
Shift vs Support Response Pattern
Two types of conversational responses: shift responses redirect attention to yourself, while support responses help the other person elaborate and feel heard.
The Secretary Problem for Dating
A mathematical framework from optimal stopping theory that determines when to stop searching and commit to a dating partner, based on sampling 37% of your dating pool to establish a benchmark.
Date Like a Scientist
A systematic approach to dating that involves running experiments with different types of partners to discover who actually makes you happy long-term, rather than relying on preconceived notions of your 'type'.
F*ck the Spark Philosophy
A counter-intuitive approach to dating that rejects the requirement for immediate chemistry or 'sparks' and instead focuses on slow-burn connections that develop over time through compatibility and shared experiences.
Create a dating app profile that stands out from 90% of other profiles
Significantly more matches and meaningful conversations, dates with people you're actually compatible with