MEMBERS' DATING ADVICE & SAFETY TIPS (1,400+)

There's nothing wrong with asking someone if their photos are recent. If they don't have a photo, request a recent one. It's important for you to get a good look at the person ... For detail, click here.

When deciding that you would like to talk with someone on the phone, you are encouraged to use a cell phone to initiate the conversation. Remember, landline phones can be easi ... For detail, click here.

In the beginning of a relationship, when love starts to appear, you find yourself inside that special and wonderful "love bubble," and your senses become heightened. Everythin ... For detail, click here.

There's nothing more heartbreaking than being pursued by a potential partner who says they are ready to find their match and settle down, only to have them realize weeks later ... For detail, click here.

We come to a dating site in the hope of experiencing a great connection and often in search of a long-term relationship. In this 'numbers game' of dating, it is helpful to vie ... For detail, click here.

As much as everyone would like to believe in "love at first sight," the truth is that in this day and age, you need to be overly cautious when someone says they have "fallen i ... For detail, click here.

My advice may sound cliché and may seem like a no-brainer; however, this is the most crucial element that will either make or break your relationship. This element is t ... For detail, click here.

If you are the type of person who uses endearing words liberally ("baby," "love," "dear," etc.), politely ask your muse, date, or interest if they mind being addressed with th ... For detail, click here.

This advice applies to those seeking true love, not those who are just playing around. First, I don’t have experience with online dating, as I do not participate in it. ... For detail, click here.

In many ways, pursuing a long-term monogamous relationship is similar to pursuing a satisfying career. So, why not apply the same principles that lead to professional success ... For detail, click here.

Before you give any contact information, chat or email the person you are interested in for at least 2-3 weeks to see where his/her head is. When you do ... For detail, click here.

Ten Commandments of Dating Online 1. Trust your instincts. Even though you might be nervous about meeting someone for the first time if you should have serious second thought ... For detail, click here.

Honesty is very important in any relationship - even for pen pals. If you start a relationship with lies, you are so unsure what to trust and what not to trust when you have c ... For detail, click here.

If you feel uneasy about someone you've met online, err on the side of caution. It's probably better to miss a few good experiences than to have one bad one. Request a recent ... For detail, click here.

It is my experience from past dates that there are several signs one should look for to tell if your date will be too clingy or stalkerish. One of the major signs is if you ba ... For detail, click here.

We are never more connected to who we are/our truest selves than when we are shining our love on someone else – whether it is a child, a pet, a friend, or a lover. It's ... For detail, click here.

To begin with, as obvious as it may seem, reading a person's full profile is of the utmost importance. Pay special attention to what they’re looking for and any sections ... For detail, click here.

It is okay to be a nerd. Everyone is a nerd/fan of something. But is it wise to advertise with it on a date? No! It is not clever to boast about one's knowledge. When you are ... For detail, click here.

I've been an online dater for almost 10 years now. Let's face it; it's a great way to 'shop' for your perfect fit. Meeting someone in a bar just isn't what it used to be. My ... For detail, click here.

We all know the general rules of the dating game. Always meet in public, never share private details, etc. So here's something different you may not have thought of. Now no on ... For detail, click here.