Posts Tagged ‘internet dating services’
I have just added myself to a couple internet dating sites…
Has anyone had good or bad experiences with internet dating sites…
My best friend met her husband through Match.com. They just got married this fall, and are a fantastic couple together.
I also have a cousin who met her current boyfriend from an internet dating site as well.
I know of others too who have met their spouses online and they are all really happy together.
Its a good way to get to meet people who have similar interests and life goals as you. Its a lot faster than traditional dating since you know right away whether or not they ever want to get married or have a family, whether or not they are a smoker, or social drinker etc.
But the important thing is to be safe. Don’t give out your address or home phone # until you have met the person a few times. – I wouldn’t even recommend meeting them until you have emailed back and forth a few times.
When you meet them in person, choose a public place, and make sure someone you trust knows where you are, and when you will be back – just in case things go wrong.
Most of the time it a great thing, but it is still smart to be careful.
So I’m 21, and I’ve had a string of really bad relationships. Liars, cheaters, the works. I’m actually considering one of those online dating websites. Does anyone know much about them? Used or know someone who used them? I obviously don’t know where to look for the good guys. Can anyone help?
I’ve heard a few personal stories and just like regular dating, it works and doesn’t work. Personally, I think in this day and age people should utilize online resources. What’s the difference between meeting someone online or in a bar? The person in a bar can easily lie to you about themselves. I’ve taken a lying and deception course and it shows that people tend to lie less about huge issues online. The best one to use is eHarmony.com. They have a questionnaire you have to fill out beforehand and they match you up based on your answers on what they have researched to be the top characteristics of a successful relationship. It also has guided communication so you can slowly work to get to know one another. The downside is that it is quite expensive. It takes time (just like regular dating) and people are always in a rush. My friend’s mom uses Match.com and she’s met some potential dates on there. Match.com is less expensive and gives you more freedom to write what you want about yourself. It’s open communication and they match you up on what you say you want. Whichever service you choose, just like regular dating, realize that it takes time and you might need to have subscriptions from 3 months to a year to find someone. Good luck on your search!