The classic saying, "the early bird gets the worm," might also apply to dating.A survey conducted by Kellogg’s in Australia showed that 64% of the country’s singles are open to meeting for breakfast on a first date.Over half of Australian singles also feel that dating is more difficult than it used to be, the poll indicated.Additionally, 66% of people surveyed said dating apps have reduced authenticity and made it harder to find a genuine connection.NEARLY 40% OF AMERICANS ADMIT THEY'VE GONE ON A DATE JUST TO SCORE A FREE MEALIn order to shake up the dating process, more people are opting to meet a match in the morning for breakfast or coffee instead of for a dinner date or evening cocktails.The Kellogg’s survey showed that 31% of Australian singles felt that meeting for a first date in the morning takes the pressure off.A survey polling Australian singles showed that 64% are open to meeting someone for breakfast on a first date.
(iStock)During a recent segment of ‘The Five,’ co-hosts examined the survey and discussed their thoughts about morning dates."It’s so much less expensive," Emily Compagno noted, adding that it’s also less time-consuming than a traditional dinner date.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER"If it doesn’t go well, you can move on," Dana Perino said."If it goes well, then you have a good day."A coffee or breakfast date can be a lower-pressure and less expensive option than a dinner date.
(iStock)If a breakfast or coffee date does go well, there’s plenty of time left in the day for a pair to continue exploring their connection.Of the people polled, 23% said they liked the fact that a breakfast date could turn into a spontaneous adventure.CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWSMeeting in the morning, by default, removes the expectation to stay out late into the night.With a breakfast or coffee date, needing to leave for work or run errands are both easy exit points.Affordability is a key player in the shift from dinner...