Despite a world that has had to rely heavily on the internet to communicate since COVID, there are still some single people who hesitate to get online and try to meet that special someone.
Perhaps they just watch too much Criminal Minds or CSI.
Online dating is not a bad thing.
In fact, it is very popular, and millions of people have found pleasant dates and future spouses online. Even celebrities like Halle Berry and Jennifer Aniston have tried online dating.
The negative blips you hear about online dating are more than likely myths. That’s not saying some shady or terrible things have come as a result of people meeting online, because there are people out there with no morals or simply have bad intentions.
However, most people who enter the online dating scene have a genuine desire to meet others who could be a potential partner.
Today, let’s bust a few myths and get you on the road to finding your future date through a reputable online dating site.
You may have it set in your mind that you don’t need any help.
However, needing help does not mean you are incapable. Online dating simply opens more doors for you. You can either have 10 people to choose from in your home town or at work – or you can increase that database to hundreds online.
Just because you're looking online does not mean you have lost the fight out in your community. Maybe your soul mate doesn’t live in your community! Go ahead and sign up and see what happens. Believe for the best.
Some people think that only losers resort to dating online.
This is simply not true.
Just because you are open enough to believe that you can find love via a social networking site does not make you a loser. In fact, celebrities like Orlando Bloom and Joan Rivers have used online dating a time or two and they certainly aren’t losers.
Winners utilize such awesome resources right at their fingertips in search of connecting to a person of like interest. There is absolutely no shame in that.
You may worry that you meet someone who has low morals or is dangerous.
The truth is that there are people like that in the online dating space. However, the chances are slim that you’ll run into them. Let’s not forget that you could meet these same types of shady characters in places like bars or clubs.
Normally, online dating sites are very safe. However, keep your personal information to yourself until you really feel like you can trust someone. Don’t even give them your phone number until you’ve vetted them for safety.
And, consider a video chat to make sure they are who their picture says they are.
While some people do lie, not everyone does.
You can find liars online or offline for that matter. To put everyone in that category is irrational thinking. If this is a concern for you, please let your prospects know from the very beginning that honesty is of utmost importance to you and be super honest yourself.
But please don’t let the thought that everyone lies keep you from meeting awesome people online.
This is not true.
Many men and women utilize online dating because it is a wonderful resource to connect with those of like minds. Online dating sites allow users to put in key information into the system and based on the criteria, possible matches pop up for them to review.
This is super-efficient when it comes to seeking someone who likes what you like and wants what you want.
Online dating is smart, not desperate.
You may be nervous about putting yourself out there.
That’s understandable. It can feel scary, especially if you’ve been hurt before. If you think that there’s no one out there that will like you, chances are, you're wrong. You’re telling yourself a story and you can begin to change that story.
Rather, start thinking about all your positive qualities.
Start thinking positive and choose to believe that some people will indeed dig you.
Just like anything, if you want to get good results, you’ve got to put some time into it.
If you want to meet and get to know others online, you are going to have to spend time scrolling through profiles and chatting with those that you feel are potentials. The good news is that you can do it at your pace.
If you just want to get online on the weekends, go for it. If you want to take ten to fifteen minutes and day, that works too. Do what works for you. You can even take a break for a couple weeks and come back anytime. There’s no rush!
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Think of online dating as simply one avenue toward finding your special person.
Don’t give up getting out in the community. You can still do that as you desire. In addition, check out several of the more popular online dating apps and consider signing up. If you start checking out profiles and find it’s just not what you thought, it’s alright. You can simply delete your account.
But remember that many couples met online and are enjoying satisfying, rewarding relationships. Maybe it’s not for everyone, but if you’re curious, go for it.
Now that the myths have been debunked, go ahead and sign up for a couple online dating networks. Get excited at the possibility of meeting your future soul mate.
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4 comments on “Are You Curious About Online Dating? We Bust the Top 7 Myths”
Is nice to have a good and unique friend. I will like to have one. Thanks.
Yes it was a great article. I may even attempt to look into.
So happy you enjoyed it Trish! Wishing you luck. 🙂
I have been very skeptical about online dating. It is true most people are NOT serious or genuine, and actually others are just loonies who can only say some things behind the scenes.
I haven't given up though, and will try until I get someone with similar needs and interests.
Thx for sharing this article🙏