
(Ever been to a big box store on Black Friday? ‘Nuf said.) There are a lot of unconscious people in the world and attractions can go south quickly.

And never forget, you are dealing with the general public. Expect rejection, ridicule and ghosting from time to time. When we text strangers, so much can be misconstrued and lost in translation. At times, despite (and possibly because of) your open-heartedness, you will be scratched and clawed - possibly even emotionally mangled. If you have a thin skin, use hookup and dating apps at your own peril.