Love used to be simple… or so we thought. One person, one commitment, one happy-ever-after. But let’s be honest—these days, dating is a whole new game. Open relationships. Triads. “It’s complicated” situationships. And now, polyamory isn’t just a private choice—it’s trending.

But before you start thinking “should I be doing that too?”, let’s take a deep breath and get real.

The truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to love.
Some people thrive in poly relationships. They feel free, emotionally fulfilled, and truly themselves. Others try it, hoping to be open-minded, and end up with jealousy, confusion, and a whole lot of emotional whiplash. And then there’s a third group—people pretending to be poly because it looks edgy or cool online, or worse, because someone else pressured them into it.

Here’s what really matters: are you being honest with yourself?

Too many relationships now are performed for the algorithm. Oversharing. Clickbait headlines. “Watch us fight, make up, and go viral.” It’s easy to get caught up in all of it—and forget that love is supposed to feel safe, not strategic.

So, if you’re exploring non-traditional love, ask yourself:

• Am I doing this because it’s truly who I am?

• Is everyone involved equally respected, valued, and informed?

• Can I handle the emotions this might stir up?

• Would I still choose this if no one was watching?

There’s no shame in how you love—as long as it’s real. Real love might be open or exclusive. It might be loud or quiet. But it should never be performative, manipulative, or just for clout.

You deserve the kind of love that doesn’t need to prove itself to anyone but you and your partner(s).

And hey—if you’re still figuring that out? That’s okay. Dating is a journey, not a destination. Stay honest, stay grounded, and above all, stay you.

You’re not here to follow trends. You’re here to find what truly fits.
And Dating Dave’s here to remind you that love is not a performance—it’s a connection.