First dates can be as harrowing as they can be exciting. What do I wear? Should I be a little late? Do we meet for a coffee or commit to a dinner? Who pays? Sometimes just staying at home seems an easier option.

Life is fast. The time we spend on earth is fast. The cars we drive are fast. Advertisements flash in front of your eyes every 20 seconds. If you talk to an older Kiwi, one who knew the days of $75,000 homes in Remuera, they’ll tell you things have gone from fast paced to the speed of light. Luckily you’re used to it. You’ve adjusted to fit the hectic schedule, even if you don’t realize it.