Many single adults face uncomfortable social pressure about their relationship status, especially during family gatherings and milestone events. Well-meaning but persistent questions from relatives can turn social occasions into stressful experiences. This is particularly challenging in cultures that highly value relationships, or for individuals in age groups where societal expectations about being coupled are strongest.
One approach to address this could be an on-demand service connecting individuals who need dates for social events with available companions. Users could request a date for specific occasions like weddings or family dinners, specifying desired characteristics and the level of interaction needed - from simple attendance to pretending to be in an established relationship. The service could handle matching, basic vetting, and provide guidelines to ensure arrangements meet expectations while maintaining safety and boundaries.
For an initial version, one might start with:
A more developed version could include a dedicated app with verification systems, rating mechanisms, integrated scheduling and payments, plus optional features like pre-written backstories.
This concept would differ from existing services in key ways:
By focusing specifically on the social pressure to appear coupled, while maintaining professional boundaries, this approach could fill a unique niche between existing services.
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