To succeed in online dating is to have a great profile. Your profile is your first impression to anyone who might click your name. There's a saying that first impressions lasts. And with online dating you will surely want to leave a good impression.
Create a great profile page that will make anyone mail you in a heartbeat! Here is a list of tips on writing a great profile:
When choosing adjectives. Think of your top 3 character traits. Start off by using 3 adjectives that best describe your personality. This will allow the others to know you have confidence and see a small glimpse of who you are
How you live your life. Talk about your hobbies and your job. But less focus on the job and more on what you love to do. This should be the most engaging part when you're writing your profile. It allows everyone to distinguish if you have any similar interests. And having similar interests can be a great foundation for a great relationship.
What are you looking for?
If you're looking for a serious relationship, say so.
If you're looking for casual dating, say so.
If you're looking for someone to just have fun with, say so!
People turn to online dating sites for plenty of reasons: casual dating, serious relationship and hook-ups. It is important that you let it out in the open on what you came here for. This will block the people whom you don't want approaching you.
Who are you looking for? When you describe who you want to meet, do not talk about physical appearances; like: height and body type. Don't mention their education, their hobbies and interests. You wouldn't want to seem superficial and no one wants to meet one either.
We're talking about values here! Values like: family oriented, values health and fitness, animal lover and etc...
Grammar and spelling check! Okay, it's not easy to keep track with the right use of punctuation marks and spelling. Heck, even I make mistakes! But, the purpose of your profile is to make a good impression, and having a wrong-grammar-free profile is definitely a good boost.
There are a lot of free softwares and sites that you can use to check your grammar. You may use Grammarly or hemingwayapp, or ask someone who can check it for you.
It's hard to admit it, but grammar can really make a huge difference when it comes to online dating.
With this list of tips as guide, surely, you'll be able to create a great profile! What do you think? Let us know!
Distance has always been a big factor when it comes to keeping up with your relationship. It is often used as an excuse for a break-up:
"I'm moving to another city, this won't work out."
"Long distance never works."
Although, it's true that long distance relationship can be very frustrating and tiring. But, whether things work-out between you two or not, has nothing to do with distance.
There are a lot of benefits that long distance provides in a relationship; like:
? More vocal. You learn to be more vocal about your feelings and issues. You are also able to express yourself more, allowing you to be more honest with each other.
? Appreciate more. Distance has this ability to make you appreciate your partner more. It allows you to appreciate your relationship in a deeper level. You tend to see them in different perspectives which can be a great delight.
? You get to travel. Long distance relationship is always a good reason to travel. Not only are you traveling to see your beloved, you get to experience and see new things that only traveling can provide.
? Missing in a good way. Missing someone is not always pleasant, but sometimes missing someone is a good thing. This feeling allows you to distinguish your true feelings for your partner. It is also worth noting that it makes meeting up extra special and exciting!
It's true that long distance relationship is not for everyone. Mostly, those who ventures for "LDR" are those who are engaged with online dating.
There are a lot of success with the use of online dating sites like: Match.com, LoveMe.com and etc... Most of the success stories starts off with long distance relationship.
There is a reason why online dating has become a new legit way of finding true romance. A lot of the members who have used such sites are either married or are in a continual healthy relationship.
It is about time to relieve "distance" of being a reason for break-ups. Give long distance a chance. Despite the frustration and occasional bouts of feeling lonely, long distance relationship can be rewarding.
How about it? Online dating doesn't seem to be as bad as you might think. If you still have doubts with online dating or long distance relationship… share your thoughts and/or story!
Writing is the most important aspect of online dating. Even some date sites like loveme.com have Letter Writing Tips provided in their site. A list of tips that will allow their members success in their hunt for love. So, what's the right way to write?
When it comes to online dating, getting the attention of a potential partner is crucial. The questions: how do I begin the letter? What should I write in the letter? What are the things I can ask? And how much should I tell her? Begin to occupy our minds. But worry not, here are some tips on how you should go on about your letter writing:
? Read her bio. Before you start any writing, read her profile or bio first. Base your questions around what they provided. It'll help the flow of conversation when the correspondence starts.
? Salutations. It is important to write an engaging salutation. As it is the beginning of your letter, your first few words will always be your first impression. By starting your letter with: "Dear Joanna," or "Hey there!" Allows her to know that you are actually interested in getting to know her. Don't take salutations for granted. It may not be as important as the body of your letter, but it can make or break your chances of getting her interested.
? Ask questions. Write about the weather or ask how she's doing. Ask about the details they have provided in their bio and say something about it too. Keep it small, you don't want to scare her off with too many questions. The goal is to not make her feel as if she is being interrogated.
? What not to ask her. Stick to wholesome questions. Don't ask her questions that may get her uncomfortable. This is really a no-brainer. Just remember, most women who are in online dating sites are looking for serious relationships.
? A small intro of yourself. It is important that you only provide details of yourself that a stranger should know. Remember that your privacy and security is still the most important. It is important that you also introduce yourself in your letter. But remember, you don't have to write your full name, your first name or nickname is more than enough. Mention some general details of yourself. Example: the nature of your job, your interests and hobbies. You can even point out the things you both have in common based on what you've seen from her bio.
? Send a photo. It is only fair that you send the lady you're interested in your photo. It will allow them to have better feel on whom they are corresponding with.
? Endnote. Your endnote should be simple and friendly. Just a simple statement of saying: "Have a great day and looking forward to getting to know you better." is a great way to end your letter. You don't want to come off forceful in terms of getting a response.
Writing a letter can sometimes be intimidating, especially when it's to someone we are interested in. Just keep these tips in mind and you should be fine. Let us know what you think and if you have other thoughts regarding this list, your input is highly appreciated!
When you're in a long distance relationship, it is always a good gesture to send gifts to your partner. Especially on important occasions like: Birthday, Valentine's day, Christmas day and Anniversary. Although, it's true that you can't put material things and love in one category. But giving gifts just because you want to, is always a great way to show appreciation.
However, we often find ourselves in a dilemma. The dilemma of what to give her-- what would be the best gift to give her? Will she like this gift? Here are some great gift suggestions to give your significant other that can never go wrong.
? Book. Whether your girl loves to read or not, a good romantic novel or a collectible book is always a good option. You can also spice it up and make the book even more special by bookmarking and highlighting parts of the book. Let her know how you feel about her by allowing her to explore a good book.
? Flower delivery. No girl can say no to flowers. Flowers on its own speak the language of love without any words and letters. There are a lot of websites now that allows flower delivery to any destination. Even successful date sites like loveme.com offers this service. It allows their members to show their affection to their potential partner, allowing them to woo romantically.
? Handwritten letter. Don't worry if your handwriting is not the most presentable. What matters is the content. Effort always trumps any diamond and gold. Let your girl know what you feel about her in writing. Handwritten letters are now so rare that its value is almost as good as a bouquet of flowers.
? Necklace and bracelet. If you want to give her a gift where she can always bring around with her, accessories are always a great way to go. Necklace or bracelet will allow her to be reminded of you which makes for a great gift. Whether it's just necklace or bracelet or both, these gifts can never go wrong.
? Stuffed toys. Send your partner a stuffed toy that she can cuddle with when sleeping at night. With long distance, feeling lonely is natural. Gifting her something that will allow her to feel your presence, makes stuffed toy a great gift. It will definitely help her feel at ease during bouts of lonely nights.
Regardless of what you give her, remember that it's always the thought that counts. If you're still in doubt on what to gift her, consider these suggestions and share your thoughts!
Online dating has become the norm for dating in recent years. With a few swipes, you can get yourself a date for Saturday night, all on the screen of your smart phone. However, offline dating is slowly starting to gain traction once again as more and more people are starting to realize how easy it is to get tricked by a pretty photo, or hyped up personal information found on an online dating site.
Opinions from dating forums and personal forums show that the most common complaint by men is that women’s photos on their profiles don’t match up to how they look in real life. Because of the convenience of filters and a well angled camera, it has become easier for people to drastically change their appearance as seen on their online presence. It’s also becoming easier for people to take more photos of themselves and choose the one that displays their best physical features to their advantage.
For women, the most common complaint from them is the fact that men tend to exaggerate their financial statuses on online dating sites. Women decide to go on a date with these men, thinking that they are financially capable of taking care of themselves and their significant other.
So they go out, have a nice dinner, nice conversation about interests, politics, and business forum topics, but when it comes to picking up the check, he makes the woman pay for it, says he’ll take care of the tip, but only leaves 3%. These are also the type of people you see zipping around in a BMW or a Lexus, only to find out that they still live in their parents’ basement.
Women say that men don’t care about the more important things, and only care about superficial qualities, like physical appearance. Men complain that women only care if a man is wealthy or not. Whatever the main complaints are, the ease of access of online dating has made it easier for men and women alike to be pickier about their dating choices. The prevalence of dating advice on love forums only serves to enhance the mentality that you must be as picky as possible when it comes to choosing your significant other.
To address some of these complaints, some sites have started implementing certain precautionary measures. For example, some websites have tried implementing ID verification. While this is a great way of verifying an individual's identity, this does not help with verifying an individual’s facial features, or their financial status.
Some sites have tried implementing video call to encourage its members to connect with each other and see what they look like over live video call. While this is a simple solution to the problem, not many people are comfortable with live video call, and choose to opt out on that particular option.
So many people have lost their faith in internet dating for these very reasons, and are slowly starting to embrace offline dating once again. For the younger generation, they find that the best way to find a long lasting relationship is through personal interactions, like introduction by a mutual friend, parties, bars, concerts, etc. But for the older generation, personal introductions are hard to come by sometimes. Almost everyone they know is in a committed relationship, busy with their careers, or their children.
This is where offline dating options come in, and these are making a splash in their reintroduction to the dating industry. More niches of offline dating are starting to become more popular, from speed dating to hiring a matchmaker to set you up on a date. Dating coaches are becoming a popular option as well, with people paying a professional for love advice and to help them meet and attract potential partners.
One of the more interesting offline dating options is through the romance tour or the international foreign bride system. These services are the perfect combination of offline and online dating. They have men sign up for their website, where they are given
For years, International Marriage Services had to live with the stigma of being referred to as Mail Order Bride services. However, many consider the term "mail-order bride" derogatory and feel it demeans foreign women by comparing them to commodities for sale and falsely implying that (unlike local women), they exercise no judgment over the men they meet and would marry anyone from a relatively wealthy country. Even with the foreign women being labeled as mail order brides these companies have grown in popularity for the past two decades, largely due to the internet. The industry grew at such a fast pace it caught the attention of the US senator Maria Cantwell of Washington State, who in 2006 she pushed a bill through congress known as IMBRA or International Marriage Brokers Regulation Act. Although the intent of Senator Cantwell was clearly meant to put Foreign Bride Companies out of business by severely restricting how men communicate with foreign women. In the end, the companies flourished under the new regulations as these business quickly modified their business models.
Kenneth Agee, marketing Director for A Foreign Affair one of the largest so called Mail Order Bride Companies says, "We have always had to overcome this label. Since Trump announced his candidacy for president of the United States, the industry saw a significant increase in upscale business men looking for foreign brides. Once he became president, Trump made it the new status symbol of success to be married to an eastern European women. With First Lady Melanie Trump in the White House, opinions about foreign women have dramatically changed. Once men were scorned upon to be married to a women from Russian or the Ukraine, now is seen as prestigious. And we are seeing huge increase of men seeking foreign brides, our client base is up by more than 200% since Trump has taken office. This month alone we will be taking over 100 American men to the Ukraine, mostly very successful executives." Beside online matchmaking, the company arranges group tours for men that will travel to countries throughout the world. During these tours the men will meet hundreds of pre-screened women during what A Foreign Affair calls "Social Events" or what Kenneth calls speed dating on steroids.
Critics say these women are just used as arm trophies for business men in America. That men take advantage of the women's circumstances, both economical and geographical. Kenneth argues, "I would hardly say Melanie Trump has been taken advantage of or refer her to as a Mail Order Bride. Women choose just like the men choose, we are all adults and are responsible for our own choices. It is just that men in America have a good reputation for the way we treat women and how we take care of our families. This opens the door to the men to meet some of the most beautiful women in the world."
Trump is not the only high profile person to marry a foreign women, Jeb Bush met his wife in Mexico. Rupert Murdoch former CEO of Fox News married Wendi Deng from China, and the list goes on.
If Trump accomplishes nothing else during his presidency he has clearly helped one Industry.
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Online Dating: Tips on Writing a Great Profile
To succeed in online dating is to have a great profile. Your profile is your first impression to anyone who might click your name. There's a saying that first impressions lasts. And with online dating you will surely want to leave a good impression.Create a great profile page that will make anyone mail you in a heartbeat! Here is a list of tips on writing a great profile:
When choosing adjectives. Think of your top 3 character traits. Start off by using 3 adjectives that best describe your personality. This will allow the others to know you have confidence and see a small glimpse of who you are
How you live your life. Talk about your hobbies and your job. But less focus on the job and more on what you love to do. This should be the most engaging part when you're writing your profile. It allows everyone to distinguish if you have any similar interests. And having similar interests can be a great foundation for a great relationship.
What are you looking for?
If you're looking for a serious relationship, say so.
If you're looking for casual dating, say so.
If you're looking for someone to just have fun with, say so!
People turn to online dating sites for plenty of reasons: casual dating, serious relationship and hook-ups. It is important that you let it out in the open on what you came here for. This will block the people whom you don't want approaching you.
Who are you looking for? When you describe who you want to meet, do not talk about physical appearances; like: height and body type. Don't mention their education, their hobbies and interests. You wouldn't want to seem superficial and no one wants to meet one either.
We're talking about values here! Values like: family oriented, values health and fitness, animal lover and etc...
Grammar and spelling check! Okay, it's not easy to keep track with the right use of punctuation marks and spelling. Heck, even I make mistakes! But, the purpose of your profile is to make a good impression, and having a wrong-grammar-free profile is definitely a good boost.
There are a lot of free softwares and sites that you can use to check your grammar. You may use Grammarly or hemingwayapp, or ask someone who can check it for you.
It's hard to admit it, but grammar can really make a huge difference when it comes to online dating.
With this list of tips as guide, surely, you'll be able to create a great profile! What do you think? Let us know!