Dating Advice: Five Great Places to Meet High Quality Dates
Posted: Friday, December 05, 2008
by Krista Bloom
Healing Couch, Inc.
One of the biggest questions singles ask is: Where
can I meet high quality singles? Since the bar scene does not work for
much more than a one-night stand (of course there are exceptions to
this), here are some other places to meet your match.
1. Friend Networks: It is very easy to meet prospective dates during social occasions, at friends' parties, weddings, and other get-togethers. Because the atmosphere is relaxed, it is easy to mingle, meet different people and socialize. Feel free to ask your friend for an introduction to eligible singles, especially if you are a bit shy at first.
2.
Joining Groups that share in Your Interests: Clubs and organizations
that match your interests are one of the best ways to meet other
individuals that share your interests. Travel clubs, walking clubs,
gourmet clubs and wine-tasting events are some of the ways you can meet
a prospective mate. There are many meet up groups in every area online
or in your local paper.
3. Taking a Class at a Local Community Center or School: If you sign up for a class that you have always wanted to take, such as cooking, computers, Salsa dancing or an organizational seminar, you can have a chance to meet a variety of people while learning something new. You can also take a yoga or kickboxing class at your local gym or community center,
4. Using a reputable matchmaker or dating service: Using a matchmaker can be an effective way to have your prospective mate "pre-screened" for you and suited to match your lifestyle and interests. If you are looking for a serious long-term commitment, this can be a good way to go.
5. Online Dating Sites: This is the most popular way for today's singles to meet. If you take this route, it is best to go to a site that offers assessments such as E-Harmony or Match, because they go in-depth on the profiles and give you a great deal of selection. Try talking with the person on the phone a time or two before agreeing to meet, and ask pertinent questions about them.
Safety tip: When meeting someone from online, it is best to meet them first at a public place such as a coffee shop. Bring a safety buddy with you for extra security, and avoid being alone in their car or your homes until you are completely comfortable. People are not always 100% honest online.
When the old ways of dating and relating no longer work, try something new! Try it more than once, as meeting new people takes time, and you don't always find what you are looking for your first week out. Most of all, have fun and be a successful single yourself. The more you bring to the table to share, the more desirable you will be as a potential date or mate.
1. Friend Networks: It is very easy to meet prospective dates during social occasions, at friends' parties, weddings, and other get-togethers. Because the atmosphere is relaxed, it is easy to mingle, meet different people and socialize. Feel free to ask your friend for an introduction to eligible singles, especially if you are a bit shy at first.
3. Taking a Class at a Local Community Center or School: If you sign up for a class that you have always wanted to take, such as cooking, computers, Salsa dancing or an organizational seminar, you can have a chance to meet a variety of people while learning something new. You can also take a yoga or kickboxing class at your local gym or community center,
4. Using a reputable matchmaker or dating service: Using a matchmaker can be an effective way to have your prospective mate "pre-screened" for you and suited to match your lifestyle and interests. If you are looking for a serious long-term commitment, this can be a good way to go.
5. Online Dating Sites: This is the most popular way for today's singles to meet. If you take this route, it is best to go to a site that offers assessments such as E-Harmony or Match, because they go in-depth on the profiles and give you a great deal of selection. Try talking with the person on the phone a time or two before agreeing to meet, and ask pertinent questions about them.
Safety tip: When meeting someone from online, it is best to meet them first at a public place such as a coffee shop. Bring a safety buddy with you for extra security, and avoid being alone in their car or your homes until you are completely comfortable. People are not always 100% honest online.
When the old ways of dating and relating no longer work, try something new! Try it more than once, as meeting new people takes time, and you don't always find what you are looking for your first week out. Most of all, have fun and be a successful single yourself. The more you bring to the table to share, the more desirable you will be as a potential date or mate.
Do you have a burning singles question? Submit your question or singles advice to DrBloom@healingcouch.com which may be included in our upcoming Singles Guide! You are also invited to visit http://www.healingcouch.com to take the Ultimate Compatibility Quiz: Find the Green, Red and Black Flags in Your Relationship!
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Top-level comments on this article: (1 total)On line dating sites or matchmaker service, well I'll go along with the others but not that. Too many who misrepresent themselves. Not all just many.
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