Hey everyone! Sorry, it’s been so long since my last post. I’ve been busy and have also had a bad case of writer’s block. Anyways, let’s get straight into it! So lately I’ve been interested in watching conspiracy theories and scary true videos, some of them being about dating apps. This piqued my interest, as well as my anxiety because I dabble in the online dating world and figured this could be a really good writing piece.
Online dating can be fun, but when you’re talking/meeting with a complete stranger you found through an app, it doesn’t hurt to have a few safety tips to live by. Some of these tips may be obvious, but they’re definitely worth posting because if you were anything like me 5 years ago, then you were ignorant and naive to the dating world. Thankfully now, I’m more cautious about my decisions when it comes to online dating.
1. Never give your phone number out right away!
I usually like to get to know someone really well first over the app before I hand out my number to a complete stranger, maybe wait a few weeks or until I meet them. If they ask for it too soon, I end up suggesting if we could trade Instagrams or Snapchats. This is also a great way to see if they have legit social media.
2. Always meet in a public place!
I’m unfortunately guilty of not following this rule and there have been a few times where I instantly regret not doing so. You never know if things will go wrong or get uncomfortable at their place or even your own.
3. Put very little information about yourself on your profiles!
I’ve had guys find me on Facebook without me even giving them my profile. This is because I put too much information about myself on my profile like where I went to school and where I work (Yeah I know, that’s my fault. I should’ve known better).
4. Drive yourself or take public transportation, to and from your date!
This puts you in control when you arrive and can leave your date, especially if things get uncomfortable. Plus you don’t want to have someone pick you up on your first date at your house due to the fact of them obviously knowing where you live.
5. Send a friend or family member a picture of who you’re meeting up with, their name, and where you’re meeting up with them!
My go-to person is my twin sister, she’s my best friend and always has my back. Her having this information puts me and her at ease that if something were to go wrong, then she knows my location and who I’m with.
6. Don’t overdo it on the alcohol!
I get it! Alcohol is one of the best, but not smart, ways to loosen up your nerves on a date. However, give yourself a safe limit of how much you drink! Mine is usually only 2 drinks and that’s it. You want to make sure you are in control and aware of yourself and surroundings.
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