Online Dating Mistakes

We’ve gone over the online dating “Dos” a million times: DO post a great picture, DO be thorough in your profile, DO be honest with your date and yourself. However, there are also a few adamant “Don’ts” that should be gone over in full. Here are DatePro’s top 5 online dating mistakes.

1. Thinking one great date actually meant something

Sure, you met up, you had a fun date, great conversation, and maybe even something physical afterwards, but one great date doesn’t mean you’re made for each other, or in love, or even dating. Online dating’s benefits lie in the aspect of options. By not exploring other options (while keeping that great date in mind) is a waste of whatever money you put into the site. Set up another date, sure, but don’t assume that one great date means you should stop looking.

2. Expecting your date’s profile to be 100% accurate

While we stressed the importance of honesty, we also accept that people are human, and they might stretch the truth about their age or weight or income. People want to be given a chance, and you shouldn’t be surprised if they aren’t exactly like they claimed to be. Don’t let this be a reason you get to know your date. You might realize that the little white lie doesn’t really compare to how great a person they are.

3. Narrowing your options by writing “dislikes”

While you might think that you’re making sure you only get approached by people that fit your standards, but like we noted earlier- the great part about online dating is that you’re meeting people who you would might not ever approach in real life. Open up your options, and leave out the “don’t approach me” lines. Your profile should be positive and should say who you are interested in, not who you don’t want.

4. Signing up for a one-month subscription

Only giving yourself one month to find someone great is a sure fire way to disappoint yourself, and set yourself up for failure. An open ended subscription to a site like Chemistry.com or Yahoo! Personals will not only be cheaper, but will take the pressure off and give you a better chance of finding and meeting some great person.

5. Believing going on tons of dates without finding “The One” is a failure.

First dates are exciting, a little nerve-wracking, but fun and confidence-inspiring. The more dates you go on, the better you will get at figuring out what you want in a relationship. Plus, you’ll meet great people who you might end up dating again in the future! If anything, meeting one person and then marrying them is the worst route to go, because who knows if you might find someone better?

Get out there, be confident, and stay positive. Online dating is easier that you think!