6 Tips for Successful Online Dating

Be honest & upfront about what you’re seeking.

It may just be a fun hook-up and nothing more. If that’s the case, don’t be afraid to say that! It’s perfectly okay to just want fun sex! Or, it may be that you’re seeking something more — you’re ready for a deeply connected and powerful relationship, and you’re online to find just that. So, say that! Be honest. I guarantee you that there are others out there who are seeking exactly the same.

Trust the vibes.

If you match with someone and you begin chatting, but you’re just not feeling the vibe, move on. This may sound harsh, but your energy is precious and if you’re committed to finding the right person, don’t waste your time and energy chatting to someone that you’re not clicking with. DO NOT ghost them and disappear. Be a good human and kindly tell them that you’re not feeling a deep connection, and move on.

Make a call.

Before meeting in person, speak on the phone first. Seriously, don’t be afraid to initiate a good old fashioned phone call! And if they’re not keen, or they avoid it, they’re likely not the right person for you. Any decent person will happily jump on a phone call, trust me.

Meet face to face.

If the phone chat goes well, don’t allow the virtual chatting to linger too long, initiate meeting up straight away. If you’re restricted from meeting due to distance or lockdowns, set up a video call to begin with.

Notice your feelings.

If you meet up, but don’t feel a full body YES, be honest and don’t feel you need to continue (or hook-up) just because you met up. It’s okay to say “Thanks for meeting, it’s been great to get to know you, however I don’t feel a full connection and I wish you all the best.” You don’t owe that person anything, but you do owe it to yourself to be truthful with how you feel.

Have fun!

Don’t take life too seriously. Write a list of what you want from online dating, be specific (this will help you manifest it quicker), then get online and have fun!