‘Ten Tips’ for empowered and positive dating.
We've partnered with Tinder again to promote positive and healthy dating behaviors. Initial interactions, such as the very first message, set the tone of a relationship. These tipsHealthy Dating Guides can play an important role in supporting those on their dating journeys.
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The ‘Nailing Dating’ Ten Tips are:
- Know and own your truth.
Whether you know exactly what you want from dating or you’re still unsure – know that truth about yourself and own it. Don’t ever shy away from communicating this, especially on your dating profile - we all appreciate knowing where we stand.
- Dating is a journey, not a race.
There’s no ‘fast track’ or ‘instant delivery’ when it comes to dating. Take your time to curate the perfect Tinder profile that reflects you, and when speaking with a new connection, don’t rush getting to know each other. That’s one of the best bits of dating and you may just find your new best friend, a travel buddy or soulmate.
- You’re in control. Always.
From dating apps to meeting IRL. This is your dating journey and no one else's. You’re in control of who and when you message and when you want to meet. Date on the terms you’re most comfortable with.
- Know your non-negotiables.
Define what matters most to you before dating, including your deal-breakers. Knowing these can help you quickly identify whether someone aligns with your values and needs.
- The power of the picture - you’re in charge of the composition.
Pictures are powerful. Only select what you feel comfortable sharing, and be mindful about what’s in the background on any photos uploaded to your profile. Also, get familiar with app features such as Tinder’s Photo and ID Verification, so you can feel more confident in the authenticity of profiles you're viewing.
- Sharing your IRL date plans is the way forward.
Once your IRL date plans are sorted, why not share them with friends which can easily be done straight from the app with Tinder's Share My Date feature. Afterall it makes sense that your people know where you're going. Plus, they'll be primed on the group chat for the all important post-date debrief.
- Location, location, location…matters.
When moving the connection from online to IRL, location matters. Go somewhere you’re familiar with that is public. So whether it’s going for a coffee or even a picnic in the park, choose a place where you’ll feel most comfortable and you know well.
- 8 billion to 1 - there’s more out there.
Whether it’s a message or the first or fifth date, if the spark isn’t there, don’t stress. Sometimes it’s just not meant to be and that’s perfectly ok. There’s nearly 8 billion people in the world, so your special someone is out there.
- Take it to the group - no need to keep dating a secret.
Dating doesn’t have to be a solo journey. Sharing the joy of meeting someone new - or even an amusing date - with your trusted circle can make dating fun. Your besties are here for it all, so let them be your cheerleaders and empower you.
- Take a break - there’s no rush (your well-being is the priority).
Dating is supposed to be fun, so if you’re ever feeling that you need to take time for yourself to recharge, do it. Dating is as much about self-discovery as it is about finding your person or people. You and your wellbeing come first, always.
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