Online Dating Relationships

Posted on June 18, 2008
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There is no big difference between real time dating and online dating when it comes down to basics. Even though you might not immediately “see” the person you are communicating with, you will sonn find out that your emotions don’t make that difference.

That goes for the person you are chatting with on the other side too. Just like regular real-world relationships, online relationships need tending, to grow over time. Here are some quick growing tips.

1. Take time and make time.

Does your online date get in touch with you regularly? Do you do the same? Neglecting virtual meetings can be considered abuse or neglect, so treat each other’s time with respect. If it’s lacking, might mean time to move on.

2. Communication needs to “feel” right for both of you.

If one of you is too pushy about meeting, for instance, that can give off bad vibes. So don’t rush. Take time to learn more about each other and develop trust.

3. Respect each others privacy.

Don’t share personal email addresses or digital photos online, for example, if your online date sent you the information in confidence. 

4. Share special online and offline fun times.

Online – send greeting cards, links to favorite places to upload digital photos of your favorite pet, download music and video clips, post on favorite forums of interest. Offline- if you’re exchanging addresses or post office boxes, send print greeting cards and postcards, small items from your area (like a key chain with your state bird).

Tend your online relationship. Water it with care and over time it can sprout and grow. Never try to be someone else online, be yourself. If you don’t, you  will soon find out that your date will reject you, just as with any other real date. It is not difficult to imagine. If you meet someone who has been lying about him or herself all the time, you will very quickly be on to him/her and your disappointment will be irreversible.

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