82 - Safety Tips as a Way to Enjoy Online Dating

Many people will not try online dating or maybe tried it at one time, had a bad experience or no experience, meaning no results, and will not try it again. While I will always say, you need to do you and decide what’s best for you, there’s no denying that online dating can be successful for many. According to a 2019 study, around 39% of straight couples and 65% of same-sex couples meet online.

I want to encourage you, especially if you’re having trouble meeting people, to consider changing up what you do in trying to get out there and date. This may include trying new ways to meet people in order to allow new people into your world.

Sometimes when you’re not meeting new people in your circles, online dating can be that path that opens you up to new possibilities.

Ah, but then there’s the safety factor. I wholeheartedly agree and years ago when I was single and online dating was very new, it took me a long time to warm up to the idea of meeting someone through a computer (these were the days before we even knew what an app was).

When it comes to dating, safety and happiness go hand in hand. I don’t think this topic gets talked about enough but in order to enjoy dating, feel good about yourself and be confident, you need to feel safe. The good news is you have a lot of control around how safe you feel. 

Listen to the show for 10 online dating safety tips.

It’s so important to feel safe and happy while dating, and encourage your audience to prioritize their own well-being when pursuing romantic relationships.

If you find you need a little more support in this area, check out our Do I Feel Safe guide to help you determine your level of safety in relationships.

Episode 14 on Dating Apps and Safety

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