Heart emojis, Instagram close friends stories and daily changing relationship statuses… today’s Gen Z generation has completely changed the old definition of love and relationships. Rather than the traditional concept of ‘seven birth mates’, this generation is more concerned with the present moment, own space and mental freedom and health. Hence some quirky, practical and equally free concepts have emerged in their dating world. Let’s understand this complete dictionary of Jane Z’s relationships,
1. casual dating ((Casual Dating)
It involves two people meeting each other, hanging out, going for coffee; But they don’t have any serious commitment for future or marriage. Casual dating is getting to know each other in a lighthearted “let’s see what happens” mood.
2. Friends with Benefits – FWB (Friends with Benefits)
As the name suggests, this is a concept. In this two persons are good friends of each other, but they are physically intimate. Most importantly, there is no emotional drama of love or relationship. “Only friendship and physical contact, no love” is the rule of this relationship.
3. hookups (hookups)
A hookup is simply getting together for one night or temporary physical attraction without any love, friendship or relationship. This type of thing is prevalent among Gen Z in the era of dating apps, where physical needs are prioritized over emotions.
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4. Situationship ((Situationship)
This is the hottest trend right now. In this there is not only friendship between two persons, but a relationship like love; But he is not officially labeled as ‘boyfriend’ or ‘girlfriend’. “We’re together, but we’re not committed,” is the concept.
5. benching (Benching)
As in the field of play, an extra player is kept as a substitute on the ‘bench’, so is this. Benching is the act of keeping other people chatting as backup while dating someone. This is the tendency to think “if there is a heavier alternative than you”.
6. breadcrumbing ((breadcrumbing)
The other person doesn’t have a serious interest in the relationship, but she doesn’t give up on you either. Simply sharing a reel on social media, disappearing with a flirty message in between and keeping the other’s hopes alive is called ‘breadcrumbs’.
7. ghosting (ghosting)
Ghosting is the act of suddenly cutting off all digital and personal contact with another person and disappearing without giving any reason. Young people choose the easy way out over emotional breakup conversations.
8. soft launching (Soft Launching)
Slowly hinting that you’re in a relationship with someone without announcing it all at once on social media. E.g. Posting only a photo of the other person’s hand or back on an Instagram story to keep the suspense alive.
9. Slow Dating ((Slow Dating)
Taking plenty of time to understand each other rather than rushing into a relationship or chasing physical attraction. Not taking the next step in a relationship unless you feel emotionally safe.
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10. De-Influencing Love ((De-influencing Love)
Stay away from the influence of pretentious and perfect ‘couple goals’ on social media. Accepting the reality of a relationship, recognizing that true love is not what you see on the internet.
11. Love Bombing ((Love Bombing)
Showering the other person with immense love and admiration at the very beginning of the relationship, so that the person becomes completely psychologically dependent on you. This is a form of emotional manipulation.
12. gaslighting (gaslighting)
Mentally blaming the other person for covering up their own fault in the relationship. Undermining the other person’s confidence by saying, “You think too much, it’s your misunderstanding.”
13. micro-cheating ((Micro-Cheating)
Covert digital flirting without direct cheating. Checking your ex’s profile everyday or secretly chatting with someone late at night.
14. zombifying (Zombieing)
The same person who ‘ghosted’ you (disappeared after cutting off all contact), suddenly comes back to life a few months later as a ‘zombie’ asking “Hey! How are you?” Coming back into your life with such a message.
15. pocketing ((Pocketing)
You’re in a relationship, but your partner doesn’t introduce you to his friends, family, or mention you anywhere on social media. Pocketing is what hides you from the world.
16. cushioning ((Cushioning)
Even when the main relationship is going on, if this relationship breaks up, it is best to have 2-3 ‘backup’ friends ready in advance, who will cushion the shock of grief like a cushion.
17. Talking Stage (Talking Stage): Young people live in this stage before they officially start dating. It checks each other’s preferences, readiness for commitment and ‘Red Flags’ while chatting.
Although Jane Zi’s relationship may seem chaotic, conflicted or unstable, there is a clear motive behind ‘self-respect, openness and individual freedom.’ This generation prioritizes their careers and mental health before accepting the burdens or constraints of emotional investment. This is a very practical and new age approach to relationships!
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