Dating Tips

We all had a dating moment when we realized we should have done things differently.  Most of us went on plenty of dates and came home disappointed. Most of us can write long novels about our dating experiences. The smart thing is to learn and grow from the experiences.

The best dating tips I received was from an older man who never married. He had many regrets and wished he had done things differently.

I hope and wish we can all have better experiences and happier endings.

When you go on a date have a proper dating mind set;

If you live in the past you cannot have a future, even less, a present

When going on a date leave behind all your luggage and go with a clean mind set

Never compare people, no two people are alike

Embrace the similarities and the differences

Concentrate on the positive and avoid looking for negativity (you will always find negativity and fault if this is all you are focusing on)

Remember no one is perfect, you are not perfect, so why look for perfection?

Don’t be too hard on yourself and on your date, it is just an outing, enjoy it and don’t make it more than it is, a date, not an interview for a potential spouse

Be yourself and don’t try to be someone you are not or someone you think the other person wants you to be (remember you are good the way you are and anyone would be lucky to be with you, do not let someone make you feel anything less)

No need to build expectations, each person has a lot to offer. It might be something different than what we want or are looking for. Nonetheless, it is always good to explore new perspectives and give a new potential date a chance before making a decision

No one said you have to make up your mind on the first few dates, take your time

Sometimes we think we know what we want, our mind is made up, however, in reality it might be quite different, so keep an open mind and do not be hasty, no one said you were right except “you” and are you objective when it comes to you?

Be honest with yourself, you are asking for so much (and you can) but can you offer as much?

Don’t ever think you are single because ….you are overweight, short, tall, wear glasses, don’t wear the right clothes etc… The reason you are single is because you did not meet the right person, so keep going on dates and keep an open mind, you will be surprised how fast you can meet the right one