Meeting people online has become very common over the past decade. At first, many people were skeptical about digital communication and online dating platforms. It felt unusual to meet someone through a screen rather than through everyday life. Today the situation looks very different. Technology...

Most connections start with a surprisingly small moment. Two people notice each other somewhere — maybe at a café, maybe online, maybe through a friend. At first there’s usually a short pause where both people wonder if they should say something. Starting a conversation is often the hardest...