Online dating is fun. Besides being able to meet new friends, you can also expand your social circle. Who knows, you might even have the match that you have been trying to find.
If you have never tried online dating, then there are a few things you would need to remember.
Make sure to start slow
Try searching on reputable online dating sites. How about looking out for someone who seems to be too good to be true on the first time? Your should trust your instincts.
Protecting yourself
You should not reveal your true identity until you feel that you can reveal it to the other person and feel comfortable about doing so. Another bad idea is to instantly give them your full name, contact numbers, home address, and other details where others can check your profile.
Caution and common sense should be used
Be cautious when you are trusting other people. Common sense should be used in making decisions. You need to try to determine the integrity and motives of the person. Every time you communicate, you need to pay attention.
Why you should ask for a photo
The reason why you should ask for a photo of a prospective match is not to find out if that person is good-looking or not. Ask for several photos in different setting if possible: Included in these are casual, formal, outdoors, and indoors. You would have an idea of what he or she looks like in a way.
Chatting via online is not enough
You would need more than just an electronic chat. Try having phone conversations with him or her because these would show social as well as communication skills. Make sure you don’t call them at home. Instead, you can call them in a cell phone or in a telephone booth. When you are completely comfortable, only then should you give your phone number.
Meet only when you are completely ready
Make sure that you feel secure and ready when you meet your online date. Do not feel obliged or persuaded to meet the other person even if he or she insists, if you are not yet ready.
Do you there’s danger?
If meeting him or her is what you finally decided on, then make sure to pay close attention to any moves to control or pressure you, violent displays, or intense frustration.
Meet only in a secured place
Make sure to meet your date in a safe place when you are meeting him or her for the first time. You should tell someone, maybe a friend, who your date is and what your plans are for tonight. Set a time during your date where your friend can call you and ask if everything is okay.
The old saying “it’s better to be safe than sorry” is something you may be familiar with. Online dating has some perks, but it also has its pitfalls.
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