Studies show that more than a third of dating occurs online. Moreover, couples and families formed in this way turn out to be much stronger than people who met "the old fashioned way".
So the conclusion is obvious. You can and should meet online. Even if your goal is to create a family.
That's just to do it right. Especially for this, we have prepared for you 7 important rules that you must follow when dating online. Relevant for people of any gender and age.
1. It all starts with a questionnaire
Tell us about yourself and your intentions. Avoid the following mistakes:
- cliche quotes;
- fictitious facts about yourself;
- negative messages;
- Spread thoughts over multiple pages;
- ambiguous statements;
- weird hobbies.
Reveal your personality better. Imagine that you are simply describing yourself to a friend or girlfriend.
Minimum photo. Literally 2-3 portrait photos are enough.
2. There is no way without live communication
If 2-4 days of active correspondence show that there is some kind of connection with a person, you need to move on to live communication. A phone call is all it takes to get started.
When a person actively avoids phone or video communication, but writes persistently, it is not worth continuing the acquaintance. It is not known who is hiding on the other side of the screen.
3. Set boundaries and your position
Situations like this are common on the web. The interlocutor actively asks to send him a photo. And of an intimate nature. Or they offer to meet in dubious places. Often in the dark. And the refusal is followed by an aggressive reaction.
Decide in advance what your dating goals are and how far you're willing to go. Don't be afraid to refuse. You are not obliged to explain the reasons for refusal to anyone.
4. It's time to meet already
If chatting, phone calls and video calls are fun for both of you and you want to take it to the next level, it's time to meet offline. The Internet has done its job. Move on to a new stage.
An offline meeting usually shows whether you are a good match or not.
Another important tip. From the moment you meet online to meet offline, at least 1 week of active online communication should pass. You should not meet strangers in the first days.
5. Listen to your inner voice
This may not be the most helpful advice. But in practice, he often helps people out. If you feel that something is wrong with your new acquaintance or acquaintance, live communication is different from correspondence, and he does not seem to be who he claims to be, it is better to stop any contact.
And most importantly. Don't rush things. Don't jump head first into a new relationship. It is important for a person to trust, to reveal him, to understand who he is and whether he suits you. And this takes time.
Online dating has created millions of families and loving couples. Who knows, maybe your destiny is already sitting in the chat and waiting for a message from you. Write!
