Dating trend 'Seagulling' goes viral

The term refers to the way seagulls swoop in for food and then quickly fly away, mirroring the intermittent validation provided by these daters.

Key signs of seagulling include 'breadcrumbing,' where a person sends occasional flirtatious messages, and 'gatekeeping' access to their personal life.

Psychologists suggest that the rise of dating apps has made it easier for people to maintain multiple low-effort connections simultaneously.

Victims of seagulling are encouraged to set firm boundaries and prioritize their own emotional well-being over the pursuit of inconsistent partners.