Online dating is not a new phenomenon. Right after the birth of the internet revolution, online dating has been a fashion and in today’s age, it is the need of the hour. There is a certain percentage of people who feel disappointed by online dating but there are also people find their soulmates online. Many continue to live in their “happily ever after” state after meeting online.
Here are certain guidelines that you can stick to while dating online.
Do’s of Online Dating
Describe yourself honestly
Yes, you indeed have a veil on you while you are dating online but you will be dejected sooner or later if you describe yourself without honesty. Write a simple, honest, yet a creative description of yourself.
Post a Recent Photo
Post a recent picture of yourself rather than having a celebrity face as your “dp”. The one with whom you are chatting or dating must know your face at least. Also through a face, people become more comfortable.
Think twice before sharing contact details
You should think twice, thrice, and multiple times before sharing any contact details like a phone number or home address. It is ok to keep certain things private in the online dating world.
Trust intuitions and instincts
You must have faith in your intuitions and instincts. Deep inside you, there is a trust and faith that tells you when is the right time to meet your this person.
Meeting Publicly
Finally, when you have decided to meet this person after weeks or months of online dating, you can choose a public place rather than each other’s house or a friends place. A coffee shop or restaurant or a club will be fine.
Dont’s of Online Dating
Judge quickly based on Photos
A person is always more than the photograph you see as a “dp” on any app. Therefore, give time to yourself to know this person in every detail. If you judge someone based on their photos or physical appearance, you may not be able to find a suitable companion for yourself.
Sharing too many details
You should be a bit careful while chatting with this person. I am not saying there will be a raid at your place or your bank accounts would get washed away. But too much information is not required when you know someone virtually. If something bad happens, your regrets won’t be enough.
Sharing personal problems
No one’s life is a bed of roses. Everyone goes through problems and it is absolutely ok to feel depressed for certain things in your life. But don’t open the dating app to discuss these sincerely deep personal problems with an almost stranger. Connect with your best friends or family members to find solace and peace.
Compare with Ex’s
Everyone comes with different psychology and thus you cannot keep on comparing the one you are dating currently with your ex’s. Let bygone be bygone and start online dating with a fresh mindset.
Don’t rush into things too soon
Take things slowly even after you have met after online dating. Give ample time to know each other’s qualities and flaws both before jumping into the next stage. This way, you will be happier.
