Although most people will tell you that they prefer to be in a relationship, there are times when you might find yourself going through a dry spell and you may end up going for a long period without dating. Some common causes of this are that you have been through a bad break up, or you are just too busy dealing with other priorities like school or work.
If you haven’t gone on a date in a long time, getting back into the dating scene can feel pretty stressful, after all the sex doll you keep around to stave off the loneliness never criticizes you or complains! Of course it isn’t much for light conversation, either, and you know you need to get out there and meet some real people! It is a daunting proposition after being alone for a long time, you might wonder if people have changed while you’ve been out of the picture, and whether or not you can adapt to the dating world of today! If you are feeling a bit shy it’s only natural, but you can overcome it if you make the effort to, you will do fine!
The following are a couple of things to consider before making your fabulous re-entry into the exciting world of dating!
Jettison Your Emotional Baggage – You can’t take a bunch of old negative feelings with you when you re-enter the dating world, you have to let go of your past relationships and put them all behind you! If you arrive at a date with poor expectations based on your unfortunate prior experiences it is going to poison the way you act and talk even if you don’t intend it to, people have a sixth sense about those things and are sure to be put off, leaving you feeling more rejected than ever! This is your chance to start fresh, so leave your past in the past and focus on your bright future!
Go Get A Makeover – Speaking of starting fresh, this is your chance to create a new you by changing up your outward appearance! People who experience long periods alone have a tendency to let themselves go during the lonely times, neglecting their grooming habits and wearing the same shabby, but comfortable clothes day in day out. Of course, it’s your inner beauty that is the most important thing about you, but let’s face it, we are visual creatures and your outward appearance very much matters, especially on that critical first date when you really need to clean up and dress to impress!
First, stop into a salon and have your hair done in a new and fashionable style while being pampered with a manicure! Your next stop is a fashionable boutique where you can try on some swank clothes and reinvent yourself with a cool new look. Grab a few different outfits to match occasions from fine wine and dining to a sporty day out at the beach so you will be prepared for whatever romantic possibilities may come your way! It’s true, you can feel as good as you look, and it’s catching!
So, don’t be shy, get out there, have some fun, and knock’em head over heels, tiger!