It sounds like a great approach. The only thing I would probably advise not to say you are looking for friendship. You might not get as many replies. I stopped replying to men who said they are looking for friends. The ones who said it all turned out commitment phobics.

Yes it could be stressful, helps to get thicker skin and not get bothered too much. It's worth it though IMHO.

Good luck

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