Why Modern Dating Feels So Hard

Online dating is a multi-billion dollar business...so why is dating harder than ever? Anxiety over rejection, communication deficits (real & imagined) and less-developed social skills are three big issues, along with a greater need for self-awareness and a host of other factors that have made dating in 2026 a daunting experience. Pieter Niemann, author of Swiping For Something Real, was born in South Africa and moved to Switzerland, so he knows what it's like to feel isolated and unsure of the rhythms of local social interactions. Pieter joins Liana to discuss how he managed to overcome his introversion and trepidation to build a community of friends and the confidence to wade into the dating world.