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Modern Dating Culture

Talking Stage

The early phase where two people chat and flirt before either has committed to dating properly.

What it actually means

You are getting to know each other, mostly over text, with no label and no exclusivity yet. It can last days or drag on for months.

What to do about it

Set a rough timeline in your own head. If the talking never turns into actual dates, it is a holding pattern, not a beginning.

Read: What the talking stage really means