Nogo: The Unwritten Rule of dating (and How to Avoid It)

Ah, the dating world! A magical realm where sparks fly, hearts race, and occasionally, a giant flaming nogo sign pops up to ruin your day. But what exactly is a nogo? (Not to be confused with that nagging feeling in your gut when you see your ex with someone new!)

What is a Nogo?

In the context of dating, a nogo is a dealbreaker, a reason to say "thanks, but no thanks" to a potential partner. Think of it as that metaphorical red flag waving in your face, telling you to back away slowly. Many people have their own nogo rules—whether it’s someone who smokes like a chimney or has a pet tarantula named Fluffy.

Common Nogo Examples:

• Bad Hygiene: If you can smell their cologne from a mile away, it’s a nogo.
• Excessive Selfies: Unless you’re auditioning for a modeling gig, we don’t need to see your face from every angle!
• Controversial Opinions: If they think pineapple belongs on pizza, we might need to reconsider.

Nogo vs. Other Dating Apps

Now, you might be wondering how nogos stack up against the competition in the dating app universe. Let’s take a peek!

• Tinder: Swipe left on those nogos! Tinder is notorious for its quick judgments based on first impressions. A bad profile pic? Nogo!
• Bumble: The lady has to make the first move, but if your profile screams "nogo," she won’t bother.
• AntiLand: Here’s where it gets interesting! In the anonymous world of AntiLand, you can experiment with different personas. Maybe your avatar is a cute little hedgehog who loves gardening. If someone isn’t vibing with that, no biggie! Just jump into another Club and start fresh, leaving that nogo in the dust!

How to Handle a Nogo

So you’ve identified a nogo. What now? Here’s a spicy tip: be direct yet kind! Ghosting is so 2020. Try saying something like, "Hey, I had a great time, but I don’t think we’re a good match." Bonus points if you do it with humor!

Conclusion

In the wild, wild world of dating, nogos are inevitable. Embrace them, learn from them, and don’t forget—there’s plenty of fish in the sea! Or in our case, plenty of charming avatars waiting for your attention. Just remember to keep your nogo list handy for those moments when love turns out to be a little too spicy for your taste.

And there you have it! The next time you encounter a nogo, shake it off and dive back into the dating pool, preferably one with a lot fewer red flags!

Happy dating!

—Ava Greene, Blog Writer, AntiLand Team