Discover what he really means!

Online dating is a great way of meeting new men, but whilst his dating profile may seem self-explanatory, you can’t always take what he says at face value.

Whether it’s his views on what he’s looking for in a woman, a description of his personality or his employment status, sometimes you have to look between the lines to discover the reality.

If you’re wondering what the statements in his dating profile may really mean, then read on to discover the truth!

1. His Ideal Woman

If his profile says that he’s “looking for a woman who cares about her appearance and looks good,” you may think that sounds positive.

But in reality, it could mean that he values looks as far more important than personality, plus it could be a sign that all he wants is some great looking arm candy on his arm to wow his friends.

2. What He’d Like to Do On His Ideal Date

Cheesy sunset beach walk

If his profile simply says, “My ideal date is a romantic candlelight meal or a long walk on the beach in the sunset,” it may seem nice on the surface, but really reeks of lack of imagination. It’s a sign that he can’t think of anything better to say and hasn’t really given it that much thought.

3. Employment and Salary

The profile section that deals with employment and jobs should give you an insight into what he does for a living. But it’s not always clear cut.

If his profile has the words, “I’m in between jobs” in it, alarm bells should start ringing. Put simple, this probably means, “I’m unemployed and out of work.”

Likewise, if there’s a space for him to include his yearly salary – and some dating sites do have one – then take it with a pinch of salt. It’s especially so if he’s picked one of the highest salaries, as he may just be trying to impress you with illusions of money.

It’s probably better if he’s left it blank – he may be too shy to share this with the world, but you can find out for yourself when you vet him in person.

Football comes first

4. His Hobbies and Lifestyle

Of course you want to know about his hobbies and lifestyle, but you may need to use your own imagination here too.

If his profile says he, “loves sports and football,” then what it could really mean is that his Saturday’s are dedicated to sport, so don’t expect to go out on a date then.

5. What He’s Looking For

Finally, when he describes what he’s looking for, if his profile says, “I’m not looking for anything serious,” “I’m just looking for friendship,” or “Let’s just see what happens,” it all means he’s looking for sex.

5 things he really means when his dating profile says… is a post from: Dating Tips

Be safe when meeting your online date

1. Guard your true identity until you’re comfortable to share full details.

When you’re contacting people online, through online dating sites, it’s highly advisable not to give out personal information – or at least not until you feel comfortable in doing so. This means your name, phone numbers, email address, website, blog details, your address or any other information that could be used to identify you.

2. Don’t use your real name as your username.

Most dating sites require you to choose a username. For safety, do not use your real name, as you never know who could be browsing the site. It also doesn’t always take a genius to be able to track you down. A lot of usernames may be taken, so you may need to be creative when coming up with ideas.

Do be careful if choosing a sexy username though. A sexy username may succeed in getting you noticed, but not necessarily by the ‘right’ kind of people!

3. Think twice before posting a picture of yourself on free dating websites.

Dating profiles with photos inevitably have a better chance of gaining clicks and attraction, but think twice before you post a picture on a free dating website. If it’s on a secure area of a paid-for dating site, then it’s a bit more secure and can only be seen by members. But if it’s on a free dating site, anybody could see it. So think about whether you feel happy about the potential of anyone finding your dating profile and picture.

4. Use an anonymous email address.

When you’re trying out online dating services, it’s a good idea to set up an anonymous email address to use. Not only is it handy to keep all your dating emails together in one place, but it also helps protect your identity. If and when you do decide to move from communicating via an online dating site to direct emails with interesting people, it means that you still get to retain some privacy.

5. Trust your gut instincts.

Do try and trust your gut instincts and, if you feel uncomfortable about someone who’s been emailing you, then act on it. Online dating can be great, but there sadly are some nutters out there and you need to carefully sift through your emails and suss out the true gems from the crazy bods. If you feel unsure about someone, then it could be for a very good reason!

5 important online dating safety issues is a post from: Dating Tips