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Online dating is incredibly exciting and presents an opportunity to meet new people from around the world, but are you playing the game correctly?<\/p>\n

Since online dating first emerged as a thing more than 10 years ago, the way in which we interact with potential dates has changed significantly. We\u2019ve learned how to speak to one another in a way which stimulates further conversation \u2013 and let\u2019s be honest if you haven\u2019t had success when using dating websites, you probably need a change of tactic.<\/p>\n

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Let’s meet online!<\/p><\/div>\n

This is where the unwritten rules of the online dating game come into it. A small set of guides to keep you on track and on course to find love in the digital world.<\/p>\n

So, what are these all-important rules? Here are the top seven \u2013 if you stick to these, you shouldn\u2019t go far wrong.<\/p>\n

Leave out the arrogance<\/h3>\n

One big turn-off in online dating, and probably in any dating situation if we\u2019re being honest, is arrogance. Any form of bragging, self-congratulation or general bigging up of yourself is not likely to go down too well, so that\u2019s an important thing to avoid. Instead, be honest, humble and polite.<\/p>\n

Always have a profile photo<\/h3>\n

We\u2019ve all heard the stories of blind dates that are less than successful, so if you\u2019re trying to win the hearts of ladies online then make sure you have a profile photo. After all, you will look for one on theirs. Make the photo recent, without filters and as natural as you can. Oh, and make sure there are no ex-girlfriends in it!<\/p>\n

In fact, have multiple photos<\/h3>\n

While we\u2019re on the subject of photographs, it\u2019s a good idea to have several on your profile. This helps the lady see that your pictures are authentic and that it\u2019s actually you rather than some guy\u2019s photo you found online.<\/p>\n

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I’d like to chat with you!<\/p><\/div>\n

Don\u2019t bring up past relationships<\/h3>\n

If you meet a woman online and things develop, there may be a time and place to discuss past relationships. However, when online dating and early on in relationships, it\u2019s most definitely not going to help.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t play hard to get<\/h3>\n

One thing some men may occasionally do online is to think that by playing hard to get, they increase their chances of attracting a woman. Nothing could be further from the truth. If you\u2019re not interested in someone who contacts you, then simply do not reply. Replying with small, sharp responses to try and make the lady work harder for attention will simply not work. In fact, you\u2019ll probably quickly run out of options!<\/p>\n

Follow-up with your date<\/h3>\n

Traditional rules in dating used to suggest not called for 2-3 days, to allow some cool-off time and an opportunity for both partners to realize how much they enjoyed each other\u2019s company. Not anymore. With online dating, there is so much competition and so many distractions that you should absolutely follow-up with another message or conversation the day after your first date or conversation.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t jump at the first person who shows interest<\/h3>\n

Believe it or not, it may take time for you to find someone that you truly are attracted to, and them to you. Don\u2019t rush into things.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Online dating is incredibly exciting and presents an opportunity to meet new people from around the world, but are you playing the game correctly? Since online dating first emerged as a thing more than 10 years ago, the way in which we interact with potential dates has changed significantly. We\u2019ve learned how to speak to… <\/p>\n

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