Monday, 7 September 2009
Friday, 14 August 2009
How You Rebuild Your Confidence When You Have Suffered A Painful Rejection
When any relationship finishes it causes pain for the partner who didn't want it to end, as no matter what you tell the next person, a mutual split is very rare. Sometimes a relationship ending can really damage your confidence and leave you feeling resentful or mistrusting of people. This means that ending a relationship damages you and your potential to find someone else and facing the possibility of another rejection can chip away at your confidence and lead to bad decisions and diminishing confidence in your ability to attract a partner. Ask your closest friends if there was anything you could change to help yourself appeal to other people romantically. Making an effort with hair or a new wardrobe can help you transform yourself, which helps with the healing process and building of confidence.
Confidence is a key part of finding true love because unless you can see what you have to offer someone as a lover and friend and know what you are worth as a person, the other person will not see it either. Having a positive attitude to finding someone special and the possibility of love will give off and radiate and attract someone who is also ready for love. To help build this positivity, look in the mirror every day and tell yourself something you like about yourself. This will help you see yourself through other people's eyes. Taking any anxiety and frustration into dating or finding someone new will inevitably attract people who feed on weak and insecure people.
So if you are feeling that the rejection of a lover has left you feeling low then practice flirting in safe environments like over the internet or with friends just to remind yourself that you are attractive to people and have lots to offer the right person. Don't go on dates until you really feel that you have regained your self esteem a little because finding the right person is also a matter of timing and knowing your ready for something a little more serious only happens when you have let go of all the previous pains of rejection.
Confidence is a key part of finding true love because unless you can see what you have to offer someone as a lover and friend and know what you are worth as a person, the other person will not see it either. Having a positive attitude to finding someone special and the possibility of love will give off and radiate and attract someone who is also ready for love. To help build this positivity, look in the mirror every day and tell yourself something you like about yourself. This will help you see yourself through other people's eyes. Taking any anxiety and frustration into dating or finding someone new will inevitably attract people who feed on weak and insecure people.
So if you are feeling that the rejection of a lover has left you feeling low then practice flirting in safe environments like over the internet or with friends just to remind yourself that you are attractive to people and have lots to offer the right person. Don't go on dates until you really feel that you have regained your self esteem a little because finding the right person is also a matter of timing and knowing your ready for something a little more serious only happens when you have let go of all the previous pains of rejection.
Friday, 7 August 2009
Online Dating For Women
There is nothing quite like the thought of a first date to give a woman an anxiety attack or worse, wanting to cancel. Even the most confident of women find themselves nervous at the thought of going on a blind date for the first time. Never bring a man to your place of residence that you haven't met. Since most women are looking for love, it's that aspect alone that adds extra pressure to each and every date they go on. There are a few dating tips to keep in mind for your next date, especially if sparks flew during your initial meeting.
Be yourself. Don't try and be someone you're not. Do not try and be someone you think he wants, or try too hard to make him fall in love with you. Also, if it's a first date don't experiment with hair, make-up, etc.you may end up with a look you do not like and you may not have the time now to change it before you set off to meet him wherever you agreed to, hopefully a public place. However, you still want to look good, so always try to look your best when looking for love.
Stay in shape. Being healthy and in shape will make you more attractive to the men you date and at the same time will boost your self esteem and how you look at yourself. Working out to look fit, however you choose to do it, usually pays off in the end. Don't rush to have sex with a guy you just met even if you sense that's what he wants. Make sure that's what you want and feel ready. Sleeping with someone too soon often does more harm than good to a relationship. Do not tell him your whole life story on that first date. By remaining a little mysterious to your date you will leave him wanting more. Unless at the first meeting there really was chemistry, don't prolong the first few dates. Long dates can put a strain on both of you, unless the chemistry is really there and time flows easily because you are having a good time.
Don't talk about your ex-boyfriends and don't ask your date about his ex-girlfriends. The information revealed by either of you will most likely be what the other person does not want to know. He may not wish to call you for another date. He does not need to know your life's history on that first date. Get to know him first as much as that is possible, asking him about his likes and dislikes and letting him know about your likes and dislikes. We all want love in our lives and when it comes to love, men don't want to be rushed. If there has been more than one date, take the time to get to know the person, enjoy the company, to some of us, love comes slowly.
Be yourself. Don't try and be someone you're not. Do not try and be someone you think he wants, or try too hard to make him fall in love with you. Also, if it's a first date don't experiment with hair, make-up, etc.you may end up with a look you do not like and you may not have the time now to change it before you set off to meet him wherever you agreed to, hopefully a public place. However, you still want to look good, so always try to look your best when looking for love.
Stay in shape. Being healthy and in shape will make you more attractive to the men you date and at the same time will boost your self esteem and how you look at yourself. Working out to look fit, however you choose to do it, usually pays off in the end. Don't rush to have sex with a guy you just met even if you sense that's what he wants. Make sure that's what you want and feel ready. Sleeping with someone too soon often does more harm than good to a relationship. Do not tell him your whole life story on that first date. By remaining a little mysterious to your date you will leave him wanting more. Unless at the first meeting there really was chemistry, don't prolong the first few dates. Long dates can put a strain on both of you, unless the chemistry is really there and time flows easily because you are having a good time.
Don't talk about your ex-boyfriends and don't ask your date about his ex-girlfriends. The information revealed by either of you will most likely be what the other person does not want to know. He may not wish to call you for another date. He does not need to know your life's history on that first date. Get to know him first as much as that is possible, asking him about his likes and dislikes and letting him know about your likes and dislikes. We all want love in our lives and when it comes to love, men don't want to be rushed. If there has been more than one date, take the time to get to know the person, enjoy the company, to some of us, love comes slowly.
Wednesday, 5 August 2009
Love At First Site, Or More Accurately In Just Three Minutes
Fueled by numerous T.V. show and movie appearances including "Tough Love", "The L-Word", "The 40 Year Old Virgin", and "Hitch", speed dating is quickly becoming the catalyst for many a NYC relationship.
If you're new to the whole phenomenon, in the spirit of speed dating, I'll give you the quick version. It's a dating event that gathers an equal number of single men and women to go on anywhere from 10 to 30, 3-8 minute "first-dates".
Speed dating is ideal for singles short on time and also a great segue to the dating scene for those who have been out of the dating game for a while.
One of the great things about speed dating is it's low on pressure. Typically held at bars or lounges you can kick back a few drinks prior to the event so as to relax the nerves. If you blow it on the first few dates, you have a quite a few more dates to refine your material and get it right. There's also no pressure of being asked point blank for your digits. Daters are instructed not to exchange or ask for contact details during or after the event. They instead log-on to the website where they registered for the event and "click" on any daters they are interested in seeing again. They in turn can see if anyone indicated interest in seeing them again requiring a mutual interest prior to moving forward for date two.
Many scientific studies have come to the conclusion that first impressions and instincts are more often than not correct, making speed dating, which has you assess an individuals "date ability" in a matter of minutes a concept founded on existing principle.
Regardless of what people are saying, speed dating is definitely something one should try at least once. Even if you don't meet "the one", you very well could get a lead on your next job, apartment, or maybe meet a new friend that could quite possibly introduce you to your next great love. Worse come to worse, you have a ridiculous story of your speed dating event from hell that you can share with friends and family for the rest of your life.
If you are the shy type you could always try online dating or internet dating. No risk involved, you don't even have to get dressed or put on make-up. Best of all you can take it or leave it, it's not like give out your number and you decide when. For dating in New York; Kissburg.com has hundreds of profiles from the New York area. So why not sign up, you can even create your own dating blog from the site.
If you're looking to try speed dating, check out On Speed Dating a service that caters to NY's "straight" & gay singles of all ages, backgrounds, interests and even fetishes. Register today to guarantee a spot at one of their many "cleverly themed" speed dating events or singles parties. You can visit their site at On Speed Dating.com to register for an upcoming singles event today.
If you're new to the whole phenomenon, in the spirit of speed dating, I'll give you the quick version. It's a dating event that gathers an equal number of single men and women to go on anywhere from 10 to 30, 3-8 minute "first-dates".
Speed dating is ideal for singles short on time and also a great segue to the dating scene for those who have been out of the dating game for a while.
One of the great things about speed dating is it's low on pressure. Typically held at bars or lounges you can kick back a few drinks prior to the event so as to relax the nerves. If you blow it on the first few dates, you have a quite a few more dates to refine your material and get it right. There's also no pressure of being asked point blank for your digits. Daters are instructed not to exchange or ask for contact details during or after the event. They instead log-on to the website where they registered for the event and "click" on any daters they are interested in seeing again. They in turn can see if anyone indicated interest in seeing them again requiring a mutual interest prior to moving forward for date two.
Many scientific studies have come to the conclusion that first impressions and instincts are more often than not correct, making speed dating, which has you assess an individuals "date ability" in a matter of minutes a concept founded on existing principle.
Regardless of what people are saying, speed dating is definitely something one should try at least once. Even if you don't meet "the one", you very well could get a lead on your next job, apartment, or maybe meet a new friend that could quite possibly introduce you to your next great love. Worse come to worse, you have a ridiculous story of your speed dating event from hell that you can share with friends and family for the rest of your life.
If you are the shy type you could always try online dating or internet dating. No risk involved, you don't even have to get dressed or put on make-up. Best of all you can take it or leave it, it's not like give out your number and you decide when. For dating in New York; Kissburg.com has hundreds of profiles from the New York area. So why not sign up, you can even create your own dating blog from the site.
If you're looking to try speed dating, check out On Speed Dating a service that caters to NY's "straight" & gay singles of all ages, backgrounds, interests and even fetishes. Register today to guarantee a spot at one of their many "cleverly themed" speed dating events or singles parties. You can visit their site at On Speed Dating.com to register for an upcoming singles event today.
Thursday, 30 July 2009
Dating Tips - What Not To Do
Online Dating Secrets
A key factor in successful online dating is to keep things uncomplicated. You deserve to discover the little-known secrets that will help you have a passionate online dating experience. You will be amazed at how easily this article helps you to uncover some of the most successful online dating secrets that will help you become a magnet to your match!
Do: Make the most out of your online dating service. Be creative with your dating profile. Your photo is often the first thing they will look at. Make sure to have one that is warm, inviting and attractive. Get one of your closest friends to help you pick out the best photo and work with you on your dating profile; often our friends see our best qualities better than we do ourselves. Once your profile is updated, spend some time looking around the site, sending and responding to any messages you may have received.
Don't: Pretend to be something you are not! Don't try to sell yourself as being sensitive or a good listener, lie about your age, job or anything else
Do: Discover what you have in common with each other. Having common interests is vital to the success of any relationship. Find out activities that interest you both are interested in such as: Online dating is not a magical solution for the lonely at heart. It is however, a great way for people get to people that they may not have met otherwise. Dating online can help receive some of the stress and pressure out of the dating scene and allow you to better enjoy the entire experience.
Internet Dating Safety Tip: If you are asked for financial help or help of any kind, end all communications immediately!
Don't: Settle for Less: There really is no denying whether or not you have a physical attraction to someone. When it comes to dating online, the chemistry is either there or it's not. Don't try and force yourself to feel something, the person you are with might either be feeling the same way, or setting themselves up for heart break. Take the first step and call it off, if it just isn't there.
Do: Help them to feel like they can comfortably talk with you. As you meet someone who peaks your interest, it is natural to feel curious about them. It is if perfectly normal to ask both yes and no questions and open-ended questions. By creating conversations out of mutual interests you will keep the conversation alive and going.
Don't: Come across over eager by emailing more than once before they reply back. People that do this only appear annoying and needy. You cannot convince someone to like you or feel differently about you by means of sending exasperating emails.
Do: When it comes time for it, be the one to make the first move. If you find that is difficult to begin the initial conversation, you can always start by giving your date a sincere compliment. If they if they give you one back they are open to talking. Striking up a conversation first may be tricky at first, but you will begin to feel your confidence growing the more people you initiate a conversation with.
Don't: Discuss Marriage or Your Future Plans. Discussing marriage and children on your first date will most likely increase your chances that you won't have a second date. These kind of conversations are too pushy and even frightening when you're first meeting someone or new in a relationship. It can make your date feel like they are being interviewed to be your future spouse, and that is something most people do not appreciate!
Online dating is not a magical solution for the lonely at heart. It is however, a great way for people get to people that they may not have met otherwise. Dating online can help receive some of the stress and pressure out of the dating scene and allow you to better enjoy the entire experience.
A key factor in successful online dating is to keep things uncomplicated. You deserve to discover the little-known secrets that will help you have a passionate online dating experience. You will be amazed at how easily this article helps you to uncover some of the most successful online dating secrets that will help you become a magnet to your match!
Do: Make the most out of your online dating service. Be creative with your dating profile. Your photo is often the first thing they will look at. Make sure to have one that is warm, inviting and attractive. Get one of your closest friends to help you pick out the best photo and work with you on your dating profile; often our friends see our best qualities better than we do ourselves. Once your profile is updated, spend some time looking around the site, sending and responding to any messages you may have received.
Don't: Pretend to be something you are not! Don't try to sell yourself as being sensitive or a good listener, lie about your age, job or anything else
Do: Discover what you have in common with each other. Having common interests is vital to the success of any relationship. Find out activities that interest you both are interested in such as: Online dating is not a magical solution for the lonely at heart. It is however, a great way for people get to people that they may not have met otherwise. Dating online can help receive some of the stress and pressure out of the dating scene and allow you to better enjoy the entire experience.
Internet Dating Safety Tip: If you are asked for financial help or help of any kind, end all communications immediately!
Don't: Settle for Less: There really is no denying whether or not you have a physical attraction to someone. When it comes to dating online, the chemistry is either there or it's not. Don't try and force yourself to feel something, the person you are with might either be feeling the same way, or setting themselves up for heart break. Take the first step and call it off, if it just isn't there.
Do: Help them to feel like they can comfortably talk with you. As you meet someone who peaks your interest, it is natural to feel curious about them. It is if perfectly normal to ask both yes and no questions and open-ended questions. By creating conversations out of mutual interests you will keep the conversation alive and going.
Don't: Come across over eager by emailing more than once before they reply back. People that do this only appear annoying and needy. You cannot convince someone to like you or feel differently about you by means of sending exasperating emails.
Do: When it comes time for it, be the one to make the first move. If you find that is difficult to begin the initial conversation, you can always start by giving your date a sincere compliment. If they if they give you one back they are open to talking. Striking up a conversation first may be tricky at first, but you will begin to feel your confidence growing the more people you initiate a conversation with.
Don't: Discuss Marriage or Your Future Plans. Discussing marriage and children on your first date will most likely increase your chances that you won't have a second date. These kind of conversations are too pushy and even frightening when you're first meeting someone or new in a relationship. It can make your date feel like they are being interviewed to be your future spouse, and that is something most people do not appreciate!
Online dating is not a magical solution for the lonely at heart. It is however, a great way for people get to people that they may not have met otherwise. Dating online can help receive some of the stress and pressure out of the dating scene and allow you to better enjoy the entire experience.
Thursday, 23 July 2009
Building Trust in Relationships
One crucial component in any productive relationship is trust. Without it as a supporting pillar, no relationship will stand. In any relationship where trust exists, both parties experience real happiness and joy, coupled with emotional balance. But building trust in relationships takes time, commitment and hard work. In this article, I will share with you some tips on building trust in relationships.
There is truth in the statement: "Honesty is the best policy". Trust would not exist in any relationship where honesty is scarce. One "small lie" would lead to several other "small lies" because you would keep trying to cover them up. That is why it is important to display honest from the very beginning.
Being honest at all times, especially as it concerns to your relationship, is important. You may reason that some subjects are better kept secret because the truth might cause more harm than good. But why did you not consider this before indulging in the dishonest act? Think twice before you act, otherwise you may be tempted to keep hiding secrets and be insincere.
Another barrier to building trust in relationships is want of proper communication. The very success of a relationship depends on communication. Whereas it is easy to sit down and watch the television, to communicate properly requires time and effort. The television can also serve as a way of escape when there is misunderstanding or hurt feelings. Instead of seeking solution to problems that may arise, some partners have chosen to clam up and watch television. This is harmful to the relationship.
To preserve a sound relationship, strive hard to open the lines of communication. Make it your aim to discuss problems immediately, except when emotions are high. Bear in mind that communication is a two-way thing: you talk and your partner listens, he talks and you listen. Doing this without needless interruptions shows that you have respect for the opinions of your partner, thus building trust in your relationship.
One other element that helps in the establishing of trust in relationships is empathy. If you are able to place yourself in the shoes of your partner, you would warm your partner's heart. So even if you disagree on some issues, you will be able to solve them together in love. Doing things together helps build relationships.
The gains of a relationship where trust exist are real felicity, joy and emotional balance. You would enjoy them if you take the time and effort required to build a healthy relationship. Remember, honesty, proper communication and empathy are key ingredients in building trust in relationships.
There is truth in the statement: "Honesty is the best policy". Trust would not exist in any relationship where honesty is scarce. One "small lie" would lead to several other "small lies" because you would keep trying to cover them up. That is why it is important to display honest from the very beginning.
Being honest at all times, especially as it concerns to your relationship, is important. You may reason that some subjects are better kept secret because the truth might cause more harm than good. But why did you not consider this before indulging in the dishonest act? Think twice before you act, otherwise you may be tempted to keep hiding secrets and be insincere.
Another barrier to building trust in relationships is want of proper communication. The very success of a relationship depends on communication. Whereas it is easy to sit down and watch the television, to communicate properly requires time and effort. The television can also serve as a way of escape when there is misunderstanding or hurt feelings. Instead of seeking solution to problems that may arise, some partners have chosen to clam up and watch television. This is harmful to the relationship.
To preserve a sound relationship, strive hard to open the lines of communication. Make it your aim to discuss problems immediately, except when emotions are high. Bear in mind that communication is a two-way thing: you talk and your partner listens, he talks and you listen. Doing this without needless interruptions shows that you have respect for the opinions of your partner, thus building trust in your relationship.
One other element that helps in the establishing of trust in relationships is empathy. If you are able to place yourself in the shoes of your partner, you would warm your partner's heart. So even if you disagree on some issues, you will be able to solve them together in love. Doing things together helps build relationships.
The gains of a relationship where trust exist are real felicity, joy and emotional balance. You would enjoy them if you take the time and effort required to build a healthy relationship. Remember, honesty, proper communication and empathy are key ingredients in building trust in relationships.
Thursday, 16 July 2009
Online Dating Advice That Will Help You
Some of the most important factors for successful online dating is to keep it upbeat, and to be realistic with your expectations. Get ready to read some of the top winning tactics to transform your online dating experience into a mind blowing romance! Get ready to uncover some of the best online dating secrets that will help you find your soul mate.
Do: Get the most out of any online dating services your use. Be creative with your dating profile. Your photo is often the first thing they will look at. Make sure to have one that is warm, inviting and attractive. Get one of your closest friends to help you pick out the best photo and work with you on your dating profile; many times our friends see our best qualities better than we do ourselves. Once your profile is updated, spend some time looking around the site, sending and responding to any messages you may have received.
Don't: Pretend to be something you are not! Don't try to sell yourself as being sensitive or a good listener, lie about your age, job or anything else
Do: Talk about common interests. Having common interests is a building block to any relationship. Find out activities that interest you both are interested in such as: Online dating is not a magical solution for the lonely at heart. It is however, a great way for people get to people that they may not have met otherwise. Dating online can help receive some of the stress and pressure out of the dating scene and allow you to better enjoy the entire experience.
Internet Dating Safety Tip: If you receive Harassing or offensive emails, end all communications immediately!
Don't: Talk about your ex or past relationships. A quick way to ruin a date is to talk about your baggage and insecurities. Never harp over and over on a subject relating to an 'ex' in your emails. The best frame of mind is to leave the past behind and never even mention your ex, your problems, your failures or your insecurities.
Do: Help them feel that you are approachable and safe to talk to. As you meet someone who peaks your interest, it is natural to feel curious about them. It is if perfectly normal to ask both yes and no questions and open-ended questions. By creating conversations out of mutual interests you will keep the conversation alive and going.
Don't: Come across over eager by emailing more than once before they reply back. People that do this only appear needy and insecure. You cannot convince someone to like you or feel differently about you by means of sending exasperating emails.
Do: When it comes time for it, be the one to make the first move. If you find that is difficult to begin the initial conversation, you can always start by giving your date a sincere compliment. If they if they give you one back they are open to talking. Striking up a conversation first may be tricky at first, but you will begin to feel your confidence growing the more people you initiate a conversation with.
Don't: Discuss Marriage or Your Future Plans. Discussing marriage and children on your first date will most likely increase your chances that you won't have a second date. These kind of conversations are too pushy and even frightening when you're first meeting someone or new in a relationship. It can make your date feel like they are being interviewed to be your future spouse, and is not something you should put on them all at once!
Online dating is not a magical solution for the lonely at heart. It is however, a great way for people get to people that they may not have met otherwise. Dating online can help receive some of the stress and pressure out of the dating scene and allow you to better enjoy the entire experience.
Do: Get the most out of any online dating services your use. Be creative with your dating profile. Your photo is often the first thing they will look at. Make sure to have one that is warm, inviting and attractive. Get one of your closest friends to help you pick out the best photo and work with you on your dating profile; many times our friends see our best qualities better than we do ourselves. Once your profile is updated, spend some time looking around the site, sending and responding to any messages you may have received.
Don't: Pretend to be something you are not! Don't try to sell yourself as being sensitive or a good listener, lie about your age, job or anything else
Do: Talk about common interests. Having common interests is a building block to any relationship. Find out activities that interest you both are interested in such as: Online dating is not a magical solution for the lonely at heart. It is however, a great way for people get to people that they may not have met otherwise. Dating online can help receive some of the stress and pressure out of the dating scene and allow you to better enjoy the entire experience.
Internet Dating Safety Tip: If you receive Harassing or offensive emails, end all communications immediately!
Don't: Talk about your ex or past relationships. A quick way to ruin a date is to talk about your baggage and insecurities. Never harp over and over on a subject relating to an 'ex' in your emails. The best frame of mind is to leave the past behind and never even mention your ex, your problems, your failures or your insecurities.
Do: Help them feel that you are approachable and safe to talk to. As you meet someone who peaks your interest, it is natural to feel curious about them. It is if perfectly normal to ask both yes and no questions and open-ended questions. By creating conversations out of mutual interests you will keep the conversation alive and going.
Don't: Come across over eager by emailing more than once before they reply back. People that do this only appear needy and insecure. You cannot convince someone to like you or feel differently about you by means of sending exasperating emails.
Do: When it comes time for it, be the one to make the first move. If you find that is difficult to begin the initial conversation, you can always start by giving your date a sincere compliment. If they if they give you one back they are open to talking. Striking up a conversation first may be tricky at first, but you will begin to feel your confidence growing the more people you initiate a conversation with.
Don't: Discuss Marriage or Your Future Plans. Discussing marriage and children on your first date will most likely increase your chances that you won't have a second date. These kind of conversations are too pushy and even frightening when you're first meeting someone or new in a relationship. It can make your date feel like they are being interviewed to be your future spouse, and is not something you should put on them all at once!
Online dating is not a magical solution for the lonely at heart. It is however, a great way for people get to people that they may not have met otherwise. Dating online can help receive some of the stress and pressure out of the dating scene and allow you to better enjoy the entire experience.
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