Dating Tips - The Pros and Cons
of Finding Love With Online Dating
By Angela Tay
Internet online dating is not a new fad
in the market, but rather in recent years it has evolved into a popular
alternative for singles to look for their other half. There are many
reasons why singles, young and old, find joy in meeting new friends through
online dating.
Pros of online dating:
1) For the
young and single who spends a lot of time at work, online dating provides
an opportunity for them to screen and meet someone they might click with.
Very often, these young professionals are married to their jobs and do
not have the time to meet new friends outside their social circles. Online
dating is a quick and easy alternative to get out of their comfort zone
and widen their social network.
2) For the
mature group, age might be a barrier to knowing new friends. Their social
circle and lifestyle would have been quite established and most of their
peers would have been married or attached. Online dating gives them an
avenue to meet someone close to their age, but probably resides in a different
town or city.
3) Online
dating involves reading the profiles of others before you decide if you
wish to make friends with them. This can save some time as you can filter
friends you would like to know based on their age group, interests and
other aspects that appeals to you.
4) Online
dating profiles also include a picture of the person you are writing to.
This is better than a blind date where you have no idea of how the other
party even looks like!
5) Shy people
find online dating easier to deal with as they might be better with their
writing than with their words. Being anonymous initially actually empowers
them to say things that they possibly might never have the courage to.
These people might have few friends in person, but many admirers on cyberspace!
Cons of online dating:
1) Online
dating can get quite addictive, as it is so convenient to log on and find
someone new to talk to.
2) Some people
join online dating to find short term solutions for their loneliness and
boredom. The person on the other end may not be serious in going into a
friendship or even relationship with you. You may find yourself being taken
for granted only after spending some time corresponding with them.
3) Online
profiles only provide you with information and photos that others put about
themselves. They might not be truthful in all aspects and you might get
an unexpected surprise after you meet them in person.
But still, internet dating is here to stay
and it's only going to grow. It's another option one can choose to meet
new people, especially if you have exhausted your current social or business
circles. Give it a try, and take it as an opportunity to make new friends.
Who knows? You might find the love of your life there!
Angela is an active love coach in her community
and a writer for a wedding blog.
She shares more tips about love and dating
at http://yourloveangel.blogspot.com
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