Online dating tips on safety.
Internet is a part of the society, not a separate club. Surely 'strange' individuals lurk there too, but their proportion reflects real life, certainly nothing more or less.
On the other hand singles , i.e. one single person is more at risk. Therefore common sense precautions for the first date, as in the following list of the most important dating tips do's and don'ts, are an absolute must:
•Do meet in a public place for the first time, a coffee shop or a public bar is best.
•Do not meet at your home or theirs.
•Tell someone where you are going and how long you might be.
•If you have a mobile phone do take it with you.
•Try not to drink excessively and watch your drink all the time.
•If you have any children avoid taking them with you.
•Don't get pressurised into a new relationship, set your own pace, remembering your personal security at all times.
•Try to relax and be positive about yourself.
•Do not discuss your income.
•Bring enough cash to cover most situations.
•Do not use your credit card if you are not ready to reveal your full identity.
•If you don't think that you are suited, be fair and say so, pointing out that you have had an enjoyable time but you would rather not take things any further.
•Do make your own way home.
•Don't get a lift home from anyone.
Do observe the same precautions later on until such time when you feel that you can fully trust your new partner.
If for some reason you cannot make it, or you are going to be late, then phone as soon as you can. If other singles will complain about you not repeatedly turning up for a date, then your dating agency may consider removing your contact privileges.
If it does go well, and you are happy, then send your service department of your dating agency an e-mail! Most dating agencies will be only too pleased to hear good news!
