DATING TIPS

Here’s some quick Internet dating tips. As always, use some common sense, have a sense of humor, and don’t take yourself too seriously – you will be more likely to have a good time!

• Decide first on want you want from online dating sites: marriage, long–term partner, quick fling, friends, just for fun?
• Read reviews of potential sites. Just search them. Someone’s used the site you’re looking at and written a review.
• Decide if a particular site is within your budget – don’t be fooled by ‘Join for a buck for thee days! Believe me, you can’t find much in three days! Also, don’t be sucked in by a site that doesn’t advertise their fees unless you join. That is red flag number one.
• Personally, if you can afford it, try joining at least two Internet dating sites. That way, you’re more likely to meet more people and possibly achieve your goals quicker. You can also check out LDSHearts.com, a 100% FREE dating site for the Latter Day Saints.
• This is a common sense item: never give out any personal information whatsoever until you are completely satisfied the personal you are in contact with is trustworthy.
• Before meeting some one from an online dating site, tell your friends and relatives of your intentions, and tell them where you are going.
• Don’t forget to HAVE FUN!
• Although most people are honest – you can never be 100% certain that the person you wish to meet is. They may not be who they say they are. Be cautious.
• Until you get to know them better, never give out your home telephone number or address.
• If you choose to meet your ideal partner/friend outside of the Internet– please stick to the following guidelines:

a) Always meet in a very public place, preferably during the day.
b) Inform family/friends of the time and venue.
c) Arrange to have a friend with you or at least nearby when meeting someone.
d) Initially meet for a short chat, perhaps over coffee – this way – you can both decide fairly quickly if you want to meet for a further date.
e) Don't expect too much on your first meeting. Take time to get to know someone properly.
f) Be presentable – be genuine!

 

 

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