{"id":2556,"date":"2013-12-12T17:09:32","date_gmt":"2013-12-12T17:09:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/forcespenpals.net\/p=?2556"},"modified":"2013-12-12T17:09:32","modified_gmt":"2013-12-12T17:09:32","slug":"how-can-you-find-love-online","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/forcespenpals.net\/gb\/news\/how-can-you-find-love-online\/","title":{"rendered":"How can you find love online?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Millions of people around the world are now using the internet to find love, but many continue to make mistakes that might cost them the chance of a meeting with a new acquaintance.<\/p>\n<p>As such, it is well worth spending some time thinking about the best ways to appeal to others on the internet and what methods really work on dating sites.<\/p>\n<p>Channel 4 has previously published a guide to success on online dating platforms and it started by advising people to make sure they are ready to date. After all, anyone who is not over a previous relationship or lacks the motivation to find someone new will not do well.<\/p>\n<p>Before sending messages to the people whose profiles you read, it is wise to spend some time thinking about exactly what you are looking for.<\/p>\n<p>And be sure to ignore the number of users a particular site has. No matter how high this is, there is no guarantee of success, whereas much smaller sites could have individuals who are just what you are looking for.<\/p>\n<p>The next tip is never to see your profile as a marketing exercise, as you should not be trying to sell yourself. Instead, invite people to get in touch and leave them wanting to learn more about what you have to offer.<\/p>\n<p>Choosing the right photograph is also key, so get a friend to take some of you and then select the ones in which you look most relaxed and approachable.<\/p>\n<p>You should always retain a sense of realism. Do not allow yourself to think that you might have fallen for someone online, as it is only when you meet up in real life that you can work out whether you are compatible.<\/p>\n<p>And most importantly of all, have plenty of fun. 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