How to Answer the 'My Simple Pleasures' Hinge Prompt Without Being a Basic Bitch
50+ answers that actually get responses (not the generic coffee and sunset bullshit)
TL;DR
If you're writing "coffee and sunsets" for your simple pleasures, you're doing it wrong. Here are 50+ answers that actually show personality and get responses.
Top picks:
- Finding the perfect song for your current mood
- That first bite of pizza after a long day
- When someone texts you back immediately
Stop Being Basic
We get it. Coffee is great. Sunsets are pretty. But literally everyone writes this. You're blending into a sea of generic profiles, and that's why you're not getting matches.
The Problem: Generic answers don't show personality. They don't make you stand out. They don't make someone want to message you.
What Actually Works
Response Rates by Answer Type
50+ Answers That Actually Work
Food & Drink
- That first sip of cold beer on a hot day
- Finding the perfect slice of pizza
- When your coffee is exactly the right temperature
- The smell of fresh bread
- Eating ice cream straight from the container
Small Moments
- Finding the perfect song for your current mood
- When someone texts you back immediately
- That moment right before you fall asleep
- Clean sheets on Sunday night
- When your phone battery lasts all day
Sensory Pleasures
- The sound of rain on a window
- Freshly cut grass
- A warm shower after being cold
- The smell of old books
- Soft blankets and good lighting
Be Specific
Instead of 'coffee,' say 'that first sip of perfectly brewed coffee on a quiet morning.'
Show Personality
What makes YOU happy? Not what you think sounds good.
Mix It Up
Combine different types of pleasures—sensory, emotional, physical.
Examples That Stand Out
I changed from "coffee and sunsets" to "finding the perfect song for my current mood" and my match rate doubled. People actually started commenting on it.
What Makes a Good Answer?
- Specificity - "Coffee" is boring. "That first sip of perfectly brewed coffee on a quiet morning" is interesting.
- Personality - Show who you are, not who you think you should be.
- Variety - Mix different types of pleasures to show depth.
Pro Tip: Think about what actually makes you happy in your daily life. Those small moments of joy are what people connect with.
Common Mistakes
Don't: - Write generic things everyone says - Try to sound too profound - List things you think sound impressive - Use clichés
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Conclusion
Your simple pleasures say a lot about you. Make sure they're saying something interesting. Stop being basic. Start being you.
