The days of adhering to strict family expectations and cultural norms in dating are fading. Today’s Latinas are carving their paths, redefining what finding love and building meaningful relationships means.

To find out what Latinas actually want from their love lives, Bumble, a women-first dating app, conducted research that reveals a significant shift in attitude.

The app, which empowers women to take control of their romantic journeys, found some pretty interesting data. Here’s what they shared.

Latinas are letting go of the timeline when it comes to dating

Among the findings from Bumble, the timeline took a hit. More singles are prioritizing personal goals over conventional timelines. Before, getting into a relationship meant family building and letting go of your career, but things are changing.

Latinas are challenging machismo, family expectations, and traditional relationship timelines. Many are refusing to be bound by pressures to marry or have children at a certain age. In fact, 48% of Latinas surveyed feel empowered to achieve these milestones on their own terms.

For many Latinas, age is just a number

While you’ve probably heard that “age is just a number,” many Latinas seem to think so, too. According to Bumble’s survey, two in five Latinas believe age doesn’t define a successful relationship. Instead, they’re looking for meaningful partnerships with people who are open, vulnerable, and committed to personal growth.

Many Latinas, 54% to be exact, are seeking partners with qualities like emotional maturity and self-improvement. Furthermore, according to Bumble, 31% are less judgmental about dating someone significantly older, while 30% think that dating younger men is becoming more common and accepting.

Attitudes toward dating are evolving

There’s no question Latinas are changing their views on dating. After all, thanks to apps like Bumble, women are taking the lead in initiating conversations and emphasizing choice and control. Members can customize their profiles to highlight their interests and values, making it easier to connect with like-minded individuals and put abuelita’s matchmaking skills to a rest.

Next time your tias may still ask you about the “novio” at the carne asada, tell them you’ve got it covered.