What are your thoughts on this?
2007-08-17 06:15:16 · 11 answers · asked by Shelley 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
I personally would not internet date because I see it pointless, just want to know what others think of it.
2007-08-17 06:21:59 · update #1
I think there are two types of internet dating, and in my opinion only one of them is ok in the long-run.
There are some people who meet people online and create an entire relationship with someone that they've never met and hardly know. To me, this enters a person into dangerous territory. As much as you're like to believe everything you've been told about your internet flame, you have no real way of knowing that it's true. I recommend that people stay away from this type of relationship.
On the other hand, there are people who "meet" online and decide they think they have enough in common to see if a relationship could work in the real world. Obviously you still have to be extremely cautious with this type of relationship as well, I know for a fact that people can form meaningful real-world relationships with people they have met online.
We live in a different world now, one in which we have the ability to connect with people we never would have met otherwise. I think it's amazing and if used in the right way I believe you really can find someone to have a relationship with.
So that's my 2 cents worth!
2007-08-17 06:23:09 · answer #1 · answered by T the D 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have internet dated for 8 years and gave it up. First, the negative--most of the women I dated from dating sites did not post recent and accurate pictures of themselves--hiding the fact that they were either morbidly obese or 10 years older! My general attitude is that the dating sites are full of everyone else's rejects who can't find someone locally. HOWEVER, on a more positive note--I'm sure there are a few diamonds out there--they just need to be discovered. How? Simple--use the dating sites as a method of introduction only, and set up a meeting in a public place ASAP. There is no substitute for personal chemistry and communication. Do not use the dating sites, email or phone as a method of beginning a relationship--I believe that's where a lot of people, including myself, went wrong. Simply use it as a tool of introduction and meet the person as soon as possible to see if there's any connection. Internet dating is a numbers game and if you convey to the person you are meeting that there will be no promises made until a personal meeting occurs and don't rush into anything, then nobody gets hurt.
2007-08-17 13:33:30 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My Thoughts Are Sometimes It Works Sometimes It Doesnt,
It Depends On The Person.
But My Boyfriend Lives In Alabama And I Live In Colorado.
Me And Him Are Completly Happy,
And Well I Went Out With His Best Friend Thats How I Knew Who he Was,
But Basically We Talk On The Phone And On Myspace Most Of The Time,
And I Love Him,
No Matter How Stupid My friends Think I Am..
Its No BD.
But Just Think About It Before Rushing Into Things You Kno?
And If You Like This Person ALOT Then You Guys Can Def Make It Work.
Dont Listen To Negativity. =]
Good Luck!!
2007-08-17 13:22:26 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think the 'net can be a usefull tool in meeting people for dating, friendship, networking, etc. Be cautious about what information you give out, and try to meet each other face-to-face fairly soon so you can really know if there's a connection or if you're just wasting each other's time. It's not until you spend some real face time together, that you'll have any idea if the connection online has any basis in reality.
2007-08-17 13:21:05 · answer #4 · answered by . 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pointless and heartbreaking unless u meet the guy or girl after
2007-08-17 13:23:14 · answer #5 · answered by yifa7 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think online boyfriends and girlfriends are pointless and childish.
I think meeting someone from online to date is acceptable... It can be dangerous, but if it works out it can be great. I've heard good and bad stories.
2007-08-17 13:19:56 · answer #6 · answered by bluedevil1642 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have done it and will do it again. but be very cauious and tell a friend details about a person before you actually meet them in person.
2007-08-17 13:21:07 · answer #7 · answered by misscancer10 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its my only choice...forces the girls to see personality before appearance, which they have a hard time with apparently...just be careful....LOTS of perverts who only want in your pants..meet in a public place
2007-08-17 13:20:29 · answer #8 · answered by ccstangfan2 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i've actually met with two people that I initially met online. one was NOTHING like her picture. The other was really nice.
2007-08-17 13:21:14 · answer #9 · answered by Ced 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i really think its kool but its really up to you
2007-08-17 13:20:17 · answer #10 · answered by Mz Ind 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋