Divorce can be one of the most difficult and painful things a person can experience. Re-entering the dating world can also be daunting. Here are some things to think about when considering dating again.
1. Are you emotionally stable enough to date again and present the best in you? We attract what we put out there - so if you're feeling insecure, unattractive, depressed, anxious - guess what? You'll attract someone who is not good for you or not a good fit. Get into therapy to help re-build your sense of self and self confidence. 2. Are you hopeful/optimistic about finding love? If so, you're on the right track. If not, it is time to self-confront about your fears of dating again or of being alone. 3. Prepare yourself for the new landscape of dating. The dating game has changed. You can still meet someone the old-fashioned way (bars, the grocery store, a friend set up) but there are many dating sites that help busy singles (or single parents) meet new people. Ask a single friend for their take on different sites. 4. Don't date a 'fixer-upper.' This can be tempting, especially if you're not feeling all that great about yourself. Instead, create a new list of characteristics you're looking for in a mate and DON"T SETTLE. 5. Focus on self-care and spirituality. Again, if you're feeling great and your spiritual life is strong and uplifting you won't fear being alone as much - and you'll be more patient with the process of dating. Happy dating! Click here to see me discussing dating post-divorce on the facebook show @RealDivorceTalk https://www.facebook.com/RealDivorceTalk/videos/226634324579158
1. Are you emotionally stable enough to date again and present the best in you? We attract what we put out there - so if you're feeling insecure, unattractive, depressed, anxious - guess what? You'll attract someone who is not good for you or not a good fit. Get into therapy to help re-build your sense of self and self confidence. 2. Are you hopeful/optimistic about finding love? If so, you're on the right track. If not, it is time to self-confront about your fears of dating again or of being alone. 3. Prepare yourself for the new landscape of dating. The dating game has changed. You can still meet someone the old-fashioned way (bars, the grocery store, a friend set up) but there are many dating sites that help busy singles (or single parents) meet new people. Ask a single friend for their take on different sites. 4. Don't date a 'fixer-upper.' This can be tempting, especially if you're not feeling all that great about yourself. Instead, create a new list of characteristics you're looking for in a mate and DON"T SETTLE. 5. Focus on self-care and spirituality. Again, if you're feeling great and your spiritual life is strong and uplifting you won't fear being alone as much - and you'll be more patient with the process of dating. Happy dating! Click here to see me discussing dating post-divorce on the facebook show @RealDivorceTalk https://www.facebook.com/RealDivorceTalk/videos/226634324579158
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