Being diagnosed with an STD can come as a huge shock, a betrayal and a sudden dose of reality in what may have been a carefree tactile lifestyle. All of a sudden your body fluids present a danger to people you know and love or would be interested in getting to know, and it can be very tempting to throw it all up and become celibate for the immediate duration. However, we are all human and it is natural to crave companionship, warmth and even sex – the human race would not have lasted too long without the urge to procreate! Read More…
Dating Guide
5 Tips for a Great First Date
So you’ve worked up the confidence to finally ask that person who’s been catching your eye on a date, and – what’s more – they’ve accepted! Congratulations! You’ve navigated the first hurdle of a possible relationship. If the thought of the first date is giving you sweaty palms and heart palpitations, take a deep breath, relax and read on for some great first date tips.
1. Location, Location, Location
The first thing you need to look at is “where”. If you’ve spoken at length already, you may have some great ideas hidden in the back of your mind. Take cues from their online dating profile or from conversations you’ve had in the past. If they’re traditionalists, perhaps an old fashioned coffee shop would be their style. If they’re more modern, a trendy bar or quirky restaurant may be more fitting. Take into account their personal tastes but make sure it’s somewhere where you will both be able to hear one another. Read More…
Online Dating Advice for Women
Tens of millions of people are actively using online dating sites, and statistically almost half of them are women. Like everything in life, there is an abundance of competition, and to really get the most out of your online dating experience and attract the hottest, most interesting guys or girls, you need to stand out, be savvy and play it safe… but not too safe. It pays to stay alert and be wary of fakers, but being too serious and over-cautious could put genuine people off and lead to missed opportunities. Read More…