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Archive for the 'Internet Dating' Category

Online Dating: Building a Fantasy

Thursday, April 17th, 2008

When meeting people on dating sites or anywhere on the internet, some build a fantasy so vivid from seeing only a picture, no one could live up to it. Instead of carefully paying attention to what the profile states, what the person says in correspondence, they dismiss it and create the person in the way […]

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Online Dating: Your Best or a Less Favorable Photo?

Thursday, April 10th, 2008

I’ve often wondered if it’s beneficial to submit a “best” photo on profiles or maybe better to submit something that isn’t representative of you, at your best.
I have some past experience with online dating sites. One problem I found…if you submit a “best photo, some of those who contact you get drawn into the fantasy […]

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Online Dating: Looks or Personality?

Thursday, April 3rd, 2008

What ultimately wins, looks or personality when trying to meet people through online dating? I believe, for many, personality is often overlooked and in exchange, they will keep looking until they find someone who has the look they want.
If you read lots of profiles, you’ll often see a preference to height, weight, hair color, etc. […]

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Online Dating: The First Face-to-Face Meeting

Monday, March 10th, 2008

Meeting and corresponding online is one thing, but when it comes time for the first face-to-face meeting, it can be intimidating. Planning ahead and taking safety precautions can help make your experience more positive.
Tips for the first meeting:
Appearance - the first impression is important, but don’t exaggerate. Dress to express who you are, not who […]

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Internet Dating: Safety Tips

Wednesday, February 27th, 2008

If you’ve signed up for an internet dating site, chances are you will be corresponding with a variety of people. Some will seem very trustworthy and some may seem a bit off from the start.
Safety should come first. No matter how charming and trustworthy a stranger may seem, they are a stranger. You have the […]

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Which is Best: Free or Paid Dating Sites?

Wednesday, February 20th, 2008

There are many internet dating sites to choose from. For someone who is new to dating sites, they may be very confused about where to start. Should you try a free or a paid dating site first?
In my opinion, I would start with a free dating site, a site where you never have to pay […]

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Online Dating Profile: What Information to Use

Monday, December 24th, 2007

When creating an online dating profile, it’s important to use the right information about yourself in order to create the best experience possible. Remember…too much information can be overwhelming and too little won’t draw interest.
Most people look at the headline and picture first. Draw attention with your headline. Don’t use common or cheesy lines, but […]

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Tips for Online Dating Success

Sunday, December 23rd, 2007

There are many online dating sites and meeting people in your area can become competitive, but don’t allow yourself to become discouraged. With patience, it is possible to find someone that is right for you.
Create a unique profile. Choose a user name that reflects who you are. Be positive in your wording and show you […]

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Tips for Your Profile Picture

Friday, December 21st, 2007

Chances are you have profiles on the Internet for others to view. The ideal hope is that someone will see your picture and your interests and introduce themselves to you. In a perfect world this would happen all the time. But you can increase your chances of someone nice talking to you […]

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Getting Bounced from Singles Chat Room

Friday, December 21st, 2007

Believe it or not there are some very restricted singles chat rooms on the Internet. These rooms weren’t meant to be restricted and are listed as public. However, when you get into them you will find a group of room hogs that will pick on the newcomers. Many times if you don’t […]

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