The World of Casual Dating

So what is a Casual Date? The Dictionary defines a casual date as.....
" is a physical and emotional relationship between two people who may have a sexual relationship or a near-sexual relationship without necessarily demanding or expecting the extra commitments of a more formal romantic relationship"

There are many reasons for wanting a casual relationship versus a long term relationship. Some reasons could be:

• That you are not ready to settle down into a relationship
• Your lifestyle is not conducive to a long term relationship, you may travel a lot or may be away from your home for long periods of time because of work
• Or you just do not want a long term relationship but just want fun!

Whatever the reason, there are many people who opt for casual dating. There are many online dating sites that cater to people who want casual dates.

Here are some tips for casual dating:

• Be Honest - let your date know where you stand and what you are ready to offer. Every relationship, casual or not has to start of on the right foot!
• Have Fun - a lot of times when two people are trying to form a long term relationship, mental limitations seem to come in, in a casual date there is less pressure so have fun!
• There is no requirement to meet regularly, as they say "absence makes the heart grow fonder" or maybe the fun more fun - who knows!
• If things start getting too serious for you - then close the relationship down, before your casual partner gets too emotionally involved and lessen the "hurt".
• If things are not working out then be kind and get out (nicely), leading people along is mean!

But be aware just because a relationship starts of being casual it does not mean that it cannot turn into a more long term and/or permanent "date". Have fun!