I’m a late-30’s woman trying OKCupid for the first time. Can you give me general advice, some tips on keeping my expectations realistic, and suggestions to avoid getting too much of my self-esteem tied up in whether or not Random Dude responds to me?
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posted by Ms.Stocking
on May 8, 2013 -
31 answers
I've been single forever. I'm dipping my toe back into dating. I worry that people, particularly nice people whom I'd like to date, are going to think I'm weird for having been single so long. IS it even weird?
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posted by sockandawe
on Apr 8, 2013 -
24 answers
The break up I recently is making me confused and it has shattered my confidence. I would like to know what happened, how falling in love is meant to be in reality and how to get back my confidence.
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posted by home
on Sep 22, 2012 -
14 answers
Go with the flow or bail? I'm a 33 y.o. female, looking for something serious, have been single for over three years, just came out of a bad dating situation and boom! met an awesome dude. But he's moving in five weeks and intends to leave the country in less than two years.
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posted by patientpatient
on Aug 11, 2012 -
12 answers
Im 22 years old college male and never had a serious relationship. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
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posted by Parh6512
on Mar 18, 2012 -
20 answers
how can I project some more confidence about being single? I'm tired of people feeling sorry for me.
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 10, 2012 -
25 answers
[NYCFilter] Where can I meet nice guys for friendship/relationship? 21 year old never-been-in-a-relationship-before single female here. I am NOT interested in online dating at this point. I want to try it the (good?) old-fashioned way first: meeting face-to-face.
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 7, 2010 -
41 answers
I am about to turn 21. I have never had I boyfriend. I like myself, but apparently awesome guys don't like me. I am scared I am turning into a depressed, poor me I need a man types, YUCK. How do I stay confident and fun, and not seem desperate, while realizing that so far I have not attracted anyone I am attracted to?
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posted by chocolatemilkshakes
on Oct 7, 2010 -
47 answers
How and where does a chick in her late twenties meet guys in Los Angeles? I'm single for the first time in eons, and I'm just starting to come out of my shy shell, too. I'm looking forward to the casual dating scene, except I'm clueless as to where to go (and what to do)! I *don't* want to try anything internet-related (not even meetups) this time. The internet's always been a crutch for me, and I want to overcome that. I will sometimes be with other friends, but sometimes I'm going to be on my own. Which I'm excited about! ...but a total n00b. Help me figure out where to go and how to attract some attention without desperately clinging to a friend's arm.
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 30, 2010 -
10 answers
I want to stay single. I'm keeping myself busy. Now how do I get and keep sex and relationships off my mind?
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 5, 2010 -
18 answers
Long-distance single parent dating filter: if we really, really like each other, why is there this problem?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 22, 2010 -
24 answers
Early stages of long-distance relationship filter: I've reconnected with an old potential dating interest from over 20 years ago in the past, and since August, there have been daily texts, emails, phone calls. We live about a 3 hour drive away from each other.
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 5, 2010 -
10 answers
What kinds of fun things can we do at a social event for single parents and their kids with no booze?
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posted by Lutoslawski
on Jul 28, 2009 -
15 answers
I'm a man in his 30s, with generally attractive qualities. I'm kind of in a dating rut right now though and am looking to make a meaningful change, though I'm not exactly sure where. I was wondering if you have taken any useful workshops for singles about dating/relationships? What was your experience of them? What would you recommend or not?
posted by blueyellow
on Mar 26, 2009 -
10 answers
Marriage Madness: Is it better to be single or to waste away in a bad marriage? (long, but uniquely personal details inside)
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posted by brandnew
on Feb 16, 2009 -
61 answers
A few years ago, I read about a dating service in NYC where potential mates got together for some sort of dinner or dinner party. At the time, there was a high ratio of women to men, because men who were looking for "the quick score" weren't interested in the service. Does anybody know the name of this service?
posted by Sloop John B
on Feb 22, 2008 -
5 answers
25 year old girl that hasn't had anything past a 2nd date in 6 years, what is wrong (if anything) with me?
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 30, 2007 -
43 answers
DatingFilter: I'd like to send a message to a guy on Friendster, but I can't decide what I'd like to say.
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posted by hamster
on Dec 6, 2005 -
37 answers
MonasteryFilter: I'm a 22 year old male. I've never dated, even though I've had opportunities. Is this unhealthy?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 18, 2005 -
36 answers
