Seeking Love in Australia: A High-Standard Family Doctor Lets Go of Perfection for Love. Reaches a Happy Ending!
- ftdfaith3
- Mar 25
- 2 min read
Updated: 2 days ago
Meet the Couple
🤵🏻Thomas | 👰🏻Zoe | |
Age | 39 | 31 |
Single for | 5 years | 4 years |
Length of time with our service | 6 months | 2 months |

Many Asians in Australia achieve success in their careers but struggle to find love. Cultural differences and limited social circles make it tough to meet someone who truly understands them and shares their vision for the future.
Thomas: A Successful Doctor Facing Relationship Roadblocks
Thomas has lived in Brisbane for 22 years and works as a family doctor. He moved from Hong Kong to Australia for medical school, and his career has been smooth sailing. However, finding a life partner was much harder. His clinic mostly has non-Asian colleagues, and he's cautious about workplace romance. On top of that, he had specific expectations when it came to his future partner's personality and interests
Zoe: Career Struggles and Relationship Challenges
Originally from Hong Kong, Zoe moved to Adelaide and works as a part-time primary school teacher. With a background in early childhood education, she has spent years searching for a full-time teaching job she truly enjoys. Meanwhile, her dating life hasn't been smooth either. Her work environment is mostly female, making it hard to meet potential partners.
Thomas Meets Zoe
Through Soulrity's matchmaking service, Thomas met several women, but most of those connections didn't last due to mismatched expectations. He initially wanted his partner to be from Hong Kong and had specific preferences regarding education, age, and appearance. However, after a few failed dates, he started rethinking his standards.
Then, he met Zoe. While she didn't check all of his initial boxes, their first video call was unexpectedly easy and natural. They bonded over their shared love for sports and similar daily habits, creating a unique connection. Yet, living in different cities presented a challenge - Zoe wasn't sure if she should stay in Adelaide or take a chance on Brisbane.
Overcoming the Distance and Building a Future Together
Long-distance relationships aren't easy. At first, Thomas and Zoe relied on video calls, gradually transitioning to visiting each other across cities. Each meeting strengthened their bond, and Zoe realized that Brisbane might offer better opportunities for her career.
Over a year, trust between them grew, and they managed to overcome the obstacles of distance. Eventually, they made the big decision - to start their new life together in Brisbane.
Reflecting on his journey, Thomas admitted that being too fixated on certain expectations almost made him miss out on the right person. And Zoe realized that change can open new doors - moving to a new city can be the start of something great.
Finding someone who truly cherishes you is rare, and with mutual understanding and patience, they're now building their future together in Brisbane.
Are You Searching for a Partner Who Shares Your Values?
If you're looking for someone with a similar cultural background but don't know where to start, Soulrity's Exclusive Date for 2 service is tailored for single Asians in Australia and overseas. We understand your journey and match you with a culturally compatible soulmate - someone who will support you and grow with you.
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