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Dating, reasonable expectations equal good outcomes.
Dating, reasonable expectations equal good outcomes.
Did you hear about the one who got away? Or was it you that ran away? The great thing about dating is that isn’t compulsory. You do not have to do it; if you do, then it usually involves a massive leap of faith. We’ve all heard the tale about [...]
Never confess to past sexual experiences.
To be avoided at all costs and fraught with potential disaster is the scatter brained idea of talking about your past sexual experiences. Sex feels good for two people whereas talking about past sexual conquests only sounds good for the storyteller. Talking about your ex will add nothing to your future relationship believe me. What [...]
First Impressions Still Count
Over 50 dating or not, first impressions still count.
Mutton dressed as Lamb? No thanks
Dirty or scuffed shoes? No thanks
Cheap wig? No thanks
Roots showing? No thanks
Dirty or chipped nails? No thanks
Makeup like Polyfilla? No thanks
Are you ready for dating friendship?
Being an adult and in a relationship means taking people for what they are, warts and all. Ask yourself these questions and answer honestly. You may find that you are your own worst enemy when it comes to hanging on to the men or women in your life.
Do I accept that my potential partner/friend is [...]
More tips for dating, flirty fifties. Part Two
Flattery is most effective when used with an element of surprise. Flattery is disarming; the most stubborn of dates will melt with a subtle compliment. For instance if your date insist on paying half of the bill, tell her or him how refreshing it is to find that old fashioned virtues still exist. If your [...]
More tips for dating, flirty fifties.
Do you ever feel that you’ve been there done that have the tee-shirt? Dating at fifty can be daunting. Did you know that over 50’s dating constitutes one of the biggest sectors of the dating industry? YOU ARE NOT ALONE! If you feel that the competition is out there and you need a bit of [...]
Calm down with square breathing.
Calm down with square breathing.
For some, dating or waiting for your date to turn up can be excruciating. Tummy turning over and your heart breathing fast. Try this to calm down – Breathe in and hold your breath for four seconds. Breathe out slowly, counting four again. Breathe in slowly while (wait for it) counting [...]
Stop whining
“pay attention to me because I have had a hard time and am helpless, pennyless and unlikely to amount to much because of my chronic bad luck”. What a way to start a date but lot’s of people do because that is their sweet spot. Whining is what they know and do best and are [...]
More tips for dating, flirty fifties.
Do you ever feel that you’ve been there done that have the tee-shirt? Dating at fifty can be daunting. Did you know that over 50’s dating constitutes one of the biggest sectors of the dating industry? YOU ARE NOT ALONE! If you feel that the competition is out there and you need a bit of [...]
