What are some saftey tips BESIDES meeting in a public place and telling someone where you are?
2006-07-19 19:02:26 · 17 answers · asked by Dream Bree 3 in Computers & Internet ➔ Internet
Been there, done that. You might try a phone call first if you have a 'disposable' phone # ... like a cell # that you could change if the person turned out to be psycho. Try to get an idea from their voice and the way they talk if you want to meet in person.
Otherwise, agree to meet in a very public place and tell your best friend or someone you trust when and where...and if you're really paranoid, have them hang out somewhere nearby. Good plan is to have your friend show up a few minutes before you do. That way, when you show up, the person you're meeting won't associate you with your friend, and your friend will be better able to watch the situation. Have a hand signal or some other sign for your friend if you decide this person is legit and you want to go somewhere with them without your friend.
Another idea would be to have them meet your friend, too. If they seem a bit freaked out about it, they might have had something in mind if you know what I mean! Suggest the three of you hang out. If they're o.k. with that, you're probably o.k. That'll give you a chance to see what your friend thinks, too. Two viewpoints are safer than one.
I met someone years ago over the Internet. Didn't work out, and she was a bit leery, but she went against her friends' advice and met me anyway. We dated for about a year. People meet that way all the time. Just be careful how you go about it.
2006-07-19 19:16:26 · answer #1 · answered by shoeless_cyberjunkie 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I dont think anything wrong, as long as both of you are very sure about each other. In the sense, you know whom u r meeting and what that person is all about. You know well about other persons behaviour, nature, habits et all.
Tell your best friend, where and whom u r meeting - ask her to call you up in between your meeting time, once or twice to check out nothing is going wrong.
If you dont want to tell whom and where you are meeting, at least ask some one to keep checking on your mobile, once in an hour or so, as long u are not feeling very comfortable in the new company.
The moment you are feeling little uncofortable, excuse yourself and get back to your place.
Cheers
2006-07-20 20:57:16 · answer #2 · answered by deebeein 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Till about two generations ago, there were match-makers, to bring young people together!
Always people like to select their friends and mates, relatives come without invitation, that is why we love some, do not like others and for the rest we do not really care!
In our era, we communicate more than before and with several and different means than previous generations!
Well, through Internet, we could meet bad and good people, but isn't it truth for going to bars, school, public events, markets, parties and so on? I do not think we could accept one answer for all instances! If this was like that, it would not be funny! Each one, depending on her/ his capacity should work on a way she/ he is confident and strong!
Enjoy!
2006-07-20 12:45:33 · answer #3 · answered by soubassakis 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do I think it's okay? Sure!! As long as both parties are happy. But it is a little embarrassing to tell your friends that you met someone online. Me personally, I wouldn't subscribe to match.com or e-harmony just because I would feel strange about it. My best friend actually met his wife on match.com. As far as the best way to go about meeting that person from online in person, I think the best way would be to get to know the person quite a bit before actually meeting. Just enough so you get a good or bad vibe from them. This might include communication via e-mail or phone.
2006-07-19 19:14:28 · answer #4 · answered by dbryant1977 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is safe if you do any one of the following things:
1) Bring your poses, body guards, homies
2) Bring your dogs
3) Go with a gun, cannon, or traditional martial art weapons
4) Dress in body armors
5) Drive in your own tank, fighter jet, or robot
6) Know everything about the place
7) Know everything about the person
8) Know how to smooth talk
9) Prepare some lines of crap that you can say in times of trouble
10) Have some instant communication or alert system
Lastly, if you go out with me, you are always safe.
2006-07-20 18:44:20 · answer #5 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
let me tell u i met someone on line talked to him about a year and he moved over 2000 miles down to be with me the first day we met in person he moved in and brought his 2 kids with him... he stayed only about 9 months and went back home to his mommie and wicked sisters took his brats with him... we in a way cared for each other we just weren't meant to be.. be careful and know that online or on the phone is not the same as in person and im not talking looks..
2006-07-20 06:46:10 · answer #6 · answered by mmmgirl62 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah go for it Bree, just take the usual precautions when meeting with someone new to you and try and carry some mace with you just for self protection
p.s Nice Photo-sweet stuff !!
2006-07-19 19:12:50 · answer #7 · answered by shotie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well...You can never be too safe when it comes to those kinds of things. No matter how kool they may seem online doesn't mean they're like that in real life. The only way I'd trust them is if you knew people who knew them.
2006-07-19 19:08:47 · answer #8 · answered by kissmybender2003 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes , after about 3 months of talking.
2006-07-19 19:20:17 · answer #9 · answered by artpoz 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
why not, it could work out. but get to know the guy a bit first, try to spot any bullshit he may be pitching.
maybe have some backup handy just in case - even a girlfriend to rescue you from a bad date.
2006-07-20 01:29:16 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋