Every year around this time, something shifts in queer dating. After three weeks of Pride Month mixers, swiped-out profiles, and performing for the summer heat, we hit a wall. The LGBTQ+ community knows it. You probably feel it too. But here’s what’s actually happening: You’re not burnt out on dating. You’re burnt out on performance. And queer dating after Pride is when that finally becomes clear, because the pressure drops and the real connections surface. If you’re feeling a little …
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