Getting
older doesn't mean that our need for company goes away. In fact, many people
over 60 find themselves looking for a new partner, whether that’s due to
separation, bereavement, or simply because they've been single for a long time
and have decided that now is the time to find someone new.
Getting
back into dating can be a daunting thing, whatever your age. But for more
mature daters, the thought of looking for someone new can be particularly
overwhelming, especially in an age where dating is dominated by online dating
sites. New dating technology isn't just aimed at young people, however - if you
are looking for new love, friendship, or companionship, there are plenty of
sites out there that are designed especially for people like you.
Here’s our top tips for the over 60’s who are getting
back into the world of dating!
Don’t be scared of online dating – Times have changed. Much of the stigma that was once associated with
online dating is long gone and
there are now plenty of ways to meet people online via dating websites. There
are a whole host of sites out there, many of them dedicated to helping find
people with similar interests and intentions.
Whilst
these sites can seem daunting, many sites are designed solely for older daters,
can take a lot of the stress and fear out of online dating. These sites are
designed to be fun and enjoyable, allowing you to find people with similar
interests to you and exchange messages with them so you can get to know them
better before deciding if you’d like to take the next step and meet them.
Your Profile – When you join an online dating site, such as www.over60datingsite.co.uk, the first thing you’ll need to do is set up a profile. This will allow
you to tell other users (and potential dates!) about yourself and about what
you’re looking for. Here are some things to think about when creating your
profile:
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When writing your
profile, be positive and remember you’re trying to sell yourself. Think about
your strengths and interests and emphasize them.
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Don’t make your
profile too long – there’ll be plenty of time to reveal more about you once you
get chatting to someone. Make it short, concise, amusing, and readable.
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Be honest. Be clear
about what you’re looking for from the site.
- Upload a good photo.
This can be scary but you are a lot more likely to receive positive responses
if your potential dates can see what you look like. Also, make sure your
picture is up to date, whilst it might be tempting to use one from 20 years
ago, this might make things awkward when you eventually decide to meet up with
someone in real life!
Make time for dating – No matter how busy you are, make sure you find time to go online
regularly and respond to your messages (no one likes to be kept waiting!) Be
polite and interesting in your responses and make sure you seem interested in
them – ask lots of questions rather than talking about yourself!
Stay Safe –
Whatever your age, it’s important to stay safe and secure when online dating.
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Never give out
personal details until you feel you can trust someone. Beware of people who ask
very personal questions very quickly.
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If you’re meeting
someone for the first time, always meet them in a busy, public place such as a
restaurant, cafe or gallery.
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Always make sure
someone knows where you’re going and when you should be back.
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As much as you get on
with someone, never accept a lift from them, go home with them, or take them to
your home until you feel sure about them and trust them completely.
