The popularity of online dating is increasing each year. It has become a very effective way to meet people with similar interests that you may have never met outside the internet.
Although online dating can be a fantastic method for dating matchups, safe dating habits is a must! Below are a few habits you should incorporate into a first date on your online dating endeavors.
- Meet in a public place where there are many people around
- Tell a friend, family member or someone where you are going
- Tell someone any details you have about this person (name, phone #, where they live)
- Always keep a phone with you
- Have a predetermined time you will call someone or they will call you
- Do not share personal information (your last name, where you work or live)
- Avoid drinking alcohol
- If things don't feel right, don't hesitate to end the date early
- Keep the initial date to a public place (don't go to their place)
Always remember:
Meet in a Public Place for Your First Meeting - When it's time to schedule that first exciting face-to-face meeting, arrange to meet in a public place and provide your own transportation. Your initial meeting will tell you a lot about the other person, including whether or not he/she lied in their profile. Your gut instincts will kick in. Never accept an offer to be picked up at your house and be vague when discussing the location of your house. Make sure that a friend knows where you are, who you are with and what time you expect to return.
Trust Your Gut Instinct - Your instinct is a powerful medium for knowing when something doesn't feel right. It is also a great way to measure when to move forward with someone and when to turn and run. As you read profiles, responses to emails, have phone conversations, and meet in person your instincts help tell you if something is "right" or if something is out of alignment. The "out of alignment" message is your cue to be careful, back off, or proceed with extreme caution. Trust your gut instinct, it's the most powerful psychological tool you have at your disposal. It may be uncomfortable to end a date early but it's better than putting yourself at risk.
Keep these tips in mind on your future first dates and you'll help protect yourself against any online predators.
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