Thursday, October 17, 2013

Online Dating Tips

Online Dating has become more popular in recent years. The internet is now the place to go to find what you want to communicate and stay in touch so it is definitely no surprise that online dating is so popular. But with all things online there are things that you should be aware of if you are considering finding a mate online.
  • First impressions is no longer the look or smile but a photo that you see on a profile. The photo will be enticing and maybe even touched up. So use them as a guide nothing more.
  • Be honest on your profile - list the things you really like to do! You are looking for someone to spend time with so be honest, that way you will not waste time attracting unsuitable dates
  • Most women want the man to make the first move, believe it or not all women are not feminists, so men please email or call first!
  • First Dates should be in a public place - goes without saying think security first!
  • Be yourself! Again by pretending to be someone you are not you will waste your time.
  • Ask questions before you decide to meet, there is no such thing as a wrong question.
  • There are times when a first date will not go so well, do not get discouraged - keep looking and meeting until you find the right person.
  • Take the time to look nice - show your date that you made an effort!
  • Decide what type of date you are looking for, there are so many online dating websites each "specializing" in a dating niche such as Christian Dating Sites, Casual Dating Sites, Dating Sites for Seniors, Dating for Asians and even some for people interested in a certain activity such as Golf Dating. Here is a selection of some of the best online dating sites, (choose your fancy):

  • For a Long Term Relationship:

With the norm being a busy lifestyle with very little time to socialize and meet people it is important to look at all the options available. A lot of people that travel for work, or spend long hours at work or even single parents who have no time to go to parties or other venues to meet people the internet is a great resource to meet other singles. Online dating sites have become more sophisticated in the options that they offer most concentrate on a single niche so finding someone has become a lot easier. If you are looking for a long term relationship and are not able to meet the right person because you just do not have the time, try a free dating site such as the one below.....you just may find Mr or Miss Right!

 
  • Christian Dating: 

As mentioned above, most online dating sites concentrate on a certain niche, dating sites that concentrate on specific religions are common, examples being Christian dating sites, Jewish dating sites and Catholic dating sites. Christian dating is one of the most popular religious based dating sites, it has some great reviews by people who have actually used and found a partner through this dating site.


  • Dating For Seniors:



Seniors are no exception, there are a lot of single seniors looking for a romantic companion. As more and more single seniors look for a compatible partner the number of dating sites specifically for 50 plus people has also increased. Not surprisingly there are a lot of single seniors looking for a match but up until recently finding someone in the right age group was difficult. It is of course essential that you look at the reviews of a dating site before joining because not all are good. The site below has some good reviews:
  • Dating for Singles Interested in Fitness:

It is no surprise that as put a high priority on fitness and sports and its benefits to being healthy that there are dating sites for people looking for other singles who like fitness or certain sports, here are two sites that concentrate on the fitness dating niche and golf dating niche:


 
 
  • Dating For Diabetics:

Ok as I was researching the different dating niches for this blog I came across one for diabetics. How neat! Singles with diabetes can now connect with other singles with diabetes! The benefits of this are countless, so if you are single and a diabetic check it out:

 
  • Dating has no borders:



With people moving across international borders it is important to be able to connect (romantically of course) with other singles from your home town or other people's home towns! These dating sites offer connections to singles from other countries:

 
 
 
  • Casual Dating:

If you are looking for a casual date and are not ready to go long term but do not want to be alone either - there are other people that feel as you do! Check this site out and meet that casual date you are looking for!
 
  • Everyone is Unique:

Everyone is entitled to choose who they want to be with (romantically). So here are some dating sites for those of you that have an alternative preference: