A Date VS a One Night Stand: Advantages and Disadvantages

Adults in the contemporary world have a wonderful amount of choices when it comes to interaction with other adults. Dating websites, mobile apps technology, and social media make it easier than ever before to meet people. Attraction is in the eye of the beholder and there is someone out there for everyone.

It is important to understand the differences between seeking short-term sexual encounters and going on a date with the possibility of continuing the relationship, if things work out. There are advantages and disadvantages for both. It all depends on what a person really wants. The important thing is to be honest with a potential partner, so that there is a clear understanding by the other person of one’s desires.

A Date

Dating is for people who at least have some desire to form a relationship with another person that may last for a while.

The advantages are:

• When there is chemistry, dating may lead to a longer or committed relationship.
• There is more time to get to know the other person.
• It can be enjoyable to do activities, besides only sexual ones, with another person.
• Family and friends may get to meet a dating partner.

The disadvantages are:

• There may be a delay in sexual gratification, while the only person is being “courted.”
• There are cultural patterns that are potentially annoying. For example, a man must pay for the date, and then the man expects sex from the woman.
• More emotional commitment is involved. This means rejection and break ups can negatively affect self-esteem.

One-Night Stands

These are also called “hook-ups.” These are usually very short experiences, sometimes without even knowing much about the other person or even their name.

The advantages are:

• There is no long-term commitment.
• A variety of sexual encounters is adventurous.
• Relieves sexual tension.
• Can be scheduled for convenience.

The disadvantages are:

• Feels shallow.
• Multiple sexual partners increase risk of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
• Usually there is little chance to see the person again, unless the encounter evolves to a regular “fuck buddy” arrangement.

Conclusion
There is a place in this world for both dating and one-night stands. Some people prefer one to the other, some like a little bit of both. There is no rule that prevents enjoyment based on a person’s desires. The best way to approach this is to first be honest with oneself about true feelings and then pursue the style that results in the most happiness.