If you've thought about internet dating but have worried about whether it is for you, be assured it is simple to find good places to meet singles online. Perhaps you've been in a marriage or long term relationship for some time beforehand, and are both a little unsure of whether you'll be able to cope with the changes in dating since you were last on the scene, and whether it's a safe option. You may already have a firmly established life and social network which is a happy part of your life, but fairly closed in terms of being able to meet someone new, so using the internet can help you extend your social networks and meet new people you'd otherwise miss out on ever connecting with.
It's not just a place for young, internet savvy people. In fact many people using it are those we often think of as “second time around” who have been in one or more long term committed relationships. Even if you've been single for a long time, it's a great way to open yourself up to new opportunities.
It's a good idea to be a little more aware of your safety when talking to someone via the internet. Keep in mind your first few emails and any correspondence that you make as you meet singles online is a little like a conversation you may have at a party. It can get intense and interesting, but keep to conversations you'd have in public with someone you've never met before. It can be easy to quickly move to very intimate style questions, and it's better to wait until you meet someone in person before talking at too deep of a level.
It may be a little scary to use an up to date photo and declare your age, but it's really important to provide as honest a picture as you can of how you look and your age - even if you know you look younger than your years. All relationships are built best on trust, and these two things go a long way with people who begin to talk to you. Some people use a photo that is over ten years old, but then get upset when people react to their appearance when they meet them in person. It sets them up for failure right from the start.
If you want your chance to meet singles online to be met with success, it's important to remember to be honest, and true to yourself as you are now. You and your future love life are worth it.
Sheila and Tony are the owners and founders of Lovenotes Dating, which was built out of a genuine desire to help others find the true love that they deserve.
Originally from England but now living in New Zealand, between them they have over 40 years customer service experience, and believe that honesty and a genuinely friendly outlook are the key to success. It is their dream that Lovenotes Dating, which has been 5 years in the making, will be a success story for both they and their members.
Although they have a number of professional qualifications, they are more proud of what they term their "degrees in life". They don’t believe that you need specialist qualifications to be able to help people. After all, where did the World's first Psychologist get their Degree from? The answer is Life. That's why their advice and tips are all taken from personal experience.
Being 40/50 somethings who met on a singles dating site they didn’t want a clinical looking site with hidden catches, but a user friendly, fun and honest online dating service. They also made the decision to make it a pay and/or renew when you are ready website after seeing how other companies lock their members into continuous monthly payments. In either case you can join for free and just wait until your true love appears. It couldn't be more simple.
Tony and Sheila want to make internet dating fun, simple and affordable. They believe they have succeeded.