tech
March 12, 2026
They were dating AI partners when they found real love
Ayrin and SJ met on a subreddit Ayrin created for people ‘dating’ AI companions. Over time, they started talking to AI less … and falling for each other
TL;DR
- Ayrin and SJ met online after both were 'dating' AI chatbots.
- They created and joined a community for people in AI relationships.
- Their interactions with AI evolved from therapeutic to romantic.
- They found that AI companions offered validation and understanding but lacked genuine emotion and spontaneity.
- Ayrin and SJ developed feelings for each other and eventually met in person.
- They discuss the challenges and rewards of transitioning from AI relationships to a human one, including managing time differences and expectations.
- Both individuals found real-world connection with each other to be more fulfilling than their AI relationships.
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