Ditch The Old Playbook, It's Time For NATO Dating!

Sharon D'Silva delves into the latest chapter of Gen Z's love saga with an expert by her side

- Sharon D'Silva

"It's not the destination, it's the journey" is a quote we often encounter in various life situations, and for good reason. Coined by the American philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson, this phrase illuminates a straightforward yet often-overlooked truth about life: relishing the journey is just as significant as reaching the destination.

Enter the emerging NATO dating trend an acronym for 'Not Attached to an Outcome - that perfectly reflects this philosophy. Dr Chandni Tugnait, life coach and relationships expert partner with Tinder India, refers to it as embracing a more open-ended and liberating approach to dating allowing the connection to evolve organically.

If you find joy in savouring the present moment and getting to know a potential partner without the burden of mapping out the entire future of the relationship encompassing details such as marriage, the number of children, and so forth NATO dating might just be the right approach for you.