It’s hard, we get it, especially in a world where the present precedes predictions and where circumstance sometimes overpowers choice. But you answered and, from what we gather, you believe. You believe that even though there will be missing pieces to the puzzle, grey clouds on a perfectly sunny day or a rom-com that’s way more com than from, there is still a state of togetherness, as imperfect as it might be, that makes it worth the disagreements and disappointments.
Our survey gives you a peek into modern love. From independence being a priority and marriage not necessarily being the end goal of a healthy relationship to finding love again and online, the era of matchmaking is seeing an exciting shift where companionship is gradually being redefined by an increasingly progressive outlook. So go ahead and enjoy the real love stories that aren’t filtered into Instaperfect momentary #couplegoals, but instead reveal a raw, complex, and beautiful reality.
Age group
31% 18-24 years
51% 25-34 years
18% 35+ years
Gender
25% Male
74% Female
0.4% Non-binary
Is marriage the end goal of a healthy relationship?
21% Yes
79% Not necessarily
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