9. Listen to Your Intuition. If something doesn’t feel right to you, it usually isn’t. Either move on or investigate further and proceed with caution. Read, listen, and ask lots of questions. If you think you are dealing with someone who is committed or married, ask for a home phone number and/or consistently call them between the hours of 8p-11p when a commitment person is unable to answer.
10. Always meet in a public place for the first time. A good place to meet is for coffee or lunch in a busy place. Make sure you let someone know where you will be and even have them phone you during the date for a safety check or an early escape if needed. Never meet in a bar or drink alcohol the first time you meet. You simply do not know this person well enough to let your guard down that early on. If you are really nervous, take along a friend or meet in a group setting. Make sure you drive yourself. If you are traveling to meet someone, stay in your own hotel and meet in a neutral location.
As an online dating expert, I feel that the internet can improve your chances of meeting Mr. or Mrs. Right, but also Mr. and Mrs. Wrong. Online dating can be exciting, adventurous and fun. If you screen carefully and follow the above basic 10 online dating tips, you will increase your chances of having a positive online dating experience.
By Online Dating Expert Stephany Alexander
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