The Holidays, Economy, and Dating: What to Do? It’s Just Lunch Offers Insight
traditionally recognized as a time of joyful celebrations. It is also known
as a time of stress and anxiety. Add to that dating and this time of year can
pose some classic quandaries when it comes to family events, gift giving and
holiday parties. The experts at It’s
the world’s leading matchmaking authority, asked the questions on everyone’s
mind to gauge what to expect this season when it comes to dating.
It’s
dating and the holidays. Both men and women chimed in faster than ever before;
eager to get their point across as to how dating will affect their activities
and mindset this season. Especially with the tough economy, dating is
experiencing a renewed and shifting focus in some areas. In brief, expensive
gifts are out, meeting friends and family is still a demarcation of commitment
and going it alone to holiday parties is fine with most.
During the holidays, there is a renewed focus on dating and the status of
where one’s love life is currently measuring up. For those happily dating, it
can be an exciting time to introduce the new boy or girlfriend to friends,
family and co-workers. For those not dating, holiday activities can serve as a
constant reminder of what is missing in their life.
“When it comes to dating, there is no other time like the holidays to add
stress and anxiety to the situation. On the other hand, it is also an
exciting time of year, and one that provides a lot of good opportunities for
dating,” said
“With the increased stress of the current economy, many singles are turning to
dating with a more dedicated focus to find someone to share in all that life
has to offer, the good times and the more challenging ones.”
The following are results from the It's Just Lunch poll.
1. When times are tough, do you find yourself wanting to be in a
relationship more than when times are good?
Yes, absolutely 23% Yes, it matters somewhat 32%
No, it really doesn't matter 45%
2. How important is it to you to be dating someone during the holidays?
Not important 32%
Very important 11%
Somewhat important 37%
Somewhat unimportant 20%
3. At what stage in dating do you think it is appropriate to give a gift?
After one date 5%
After a few dates 33%
After a month or two of dating 42%
Only when dating exclusively 20%
4. How much do you plan to spend on the person you are dating this
holiday season?
$25-$100 43%
$100-$250 33%
Over $250 13%
Under $25 10%
5. If you were invited to an office holiday party, would not having a
date deter you from going?
No, not at all 75%
It would deter me somewhat 20%
Yes, I would not go to the party without a date 5%
6. If you were invited to a social holiday party, would not having a date
deter you from going?
No, not at all 69%
It would deter me somewhat 26%
Yes, I would not go to the party without a date 5%
7. After how many dates do you think it would be appropriate to take your
date home for the holidays?
Only when in a committed relationship 51%
After a successful date 3%
After a few good dates 13%
After a month or two of dating 33%
8. When introducing your date for the first time, who are you most nervous
for them to meet and make a good impression on?
Your mother 30%
Your father 16%
Your siblings 18%
Your friends 36%
9. If you are being introduced, who are you most apprehensive about
meeting?
Their father 20%
Their siblings 11%
Their friends 27%
Their mother 42%
About It’s
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receive confidential interviews with IJL staff members so they can be matched
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