For quite some time now or since time immemorial, many women have been embarking on that quest towards the elusive “Mr. Right”. But how does one woman know if she is succeeding on the turf of dating or if she is mainly risking her safety?
Here are ways to know whether a woman is making the most out of her dating life without making her safety suffer.
Listen to your heart.
If a woman’s intuition signals that she isn’t connecting well with a certain man, it’s wise for her to trust that instinct and end the relationship, but to do so kindly and respectfully. Dating shouldn’t be about pursuing every individual who expresses interest. It’s important to hold out for a relationship that truly feels right. Settling for less than what you truly want and deserve is not a viable option. It’s crucial to prioritize genuine connections and personal happiness over convenience or fear of being alone. Ultimately, following your gut feelings can lead to more fulfilling and meaningful relationships.
Trust yourself.
This goes with the gut feel advice. If the man seems too good to be true, chances are, he really is not good for you. Don’t be misled by saccharine promises. Learn to psychoanalyze a bit. Doing some background check surely won’t hurt.
Feel the earth move under your feet. No, I’m not asking you to dance. What I mean is, stay grounded in your emotions and expectations. It’s easy to get swept away by the excitement of a new relationship, but rushing in can lead to disappointment if the person isn’t what you hoped for.
Taking things slowly allows you to get to know each other better and protects your heart from potential hurt. Remember, successful single dating doesn’t happen overnight. It requires patience and a careful approach. Be consciously cautious and give the relationship time to develop naturally.
Never give in to peer pressure, especially when it comes to your online dating choices. If your roommates know about your online dating experiences and are urging you to choose someone who doesn’t meet your standards, don’t let their opinions sway you. Your dating decisions should be based on your own preferences and criteria, not the influence of others.
Remember, if your roommates are so interested in that guy, they can pursue him themselves. Single dating is a personal journey, not a group decision, and it’s important to stay true to what you want and need in a potential partner. Trust your own judgment and don’t compromise your standards for anyone else’s opinions.
Being too desperate over a relationship will spoil the fun of single dating life. If you go against that nagging but “healthy” advice of your instinct that you’re overdoing your dealings with your boyfriend and you better stop it or else…, it will be your loss, really. For instance, you came to the point that your relationship is about to end, in short, you’re being dumped, but you’re still doing too many things to patch things up, that’s obviously being desperate. Single dating is just single dating. If you thought of him as the future father of your babies but you’re just a fling for him, for Pete’s sake, obviously you’re not in the same boat. Get out of that relationship, fast!
If all the while you’ve been aiming for that long-term relationship, here are few fool-proof tips on how to spot who’s NOT the man.
- He’s overly unreliable. Promises to call you but he won’t.
- He does not let you in his intimate circle of friends.
- He never spouts anything about your future together
- He rushes you into his bed.
With those in mind, and you armored with presence of mind and a cautious but not paranoid attitude, you’ll be well set off for the goodies of single dating. Go get him swooning over you!