I think women also face a double standard around approaching in general though, because it seems less "feminine" in societies eyes.

Approaching friends can be liked a game of roulette though, since you could lose said friend if feelings aren't reciprocated. Not that I don't think anyone should Read more… just sit back and leave stones unturned though, because I'm also sure there's a lot of couples who are held back because they were already friends. It's more a case by case thing if anything.

Don't beat yourself up over it. Meeting someone is always going to be 10 times easier irl than on an app - use this as a supplement to meeting someone - just have it going in the backround, if things work out then great if they don't then that's also cool -better than not trying.
Also remember Read more… this is a pretty specified pool on here - are you putting out what reciprocates to the other person's wants and needs? Just be confident kind and concise, it's a matching game bro.