When you’re finally ready to meet someone on a first date who you’ve met online, you’ll want to have a great first date idea in mind. First dates can sometimes be a bit difficult to work out since there are many things that you want to take into consideration. Your final choice for a first date idea will depend on how much you want to spend, whether it’s a day time or night time date, and the interests that the two of you share. Since you met online you’ve probably each shared your likes, dislikes, and interests, so narrowing down something to do on your first date should be easy.

You might want to choose an inexpensive date for the first time around so that you can each pay your own way and not feel obligated to pay for a second date. Some good inexpensive date ideas include:

* The movies. Going to the movies is always a good choice since it breaks the ice while allowing both of you to get a feel for the other person. Let your date choose which film you’re going to see. Don’t plan for coffee afterwards; make the decision for coffee or a drink after the movie is over since you don’t want to assume that you’ll want to spend time together after the film has finished.

* A picnic. If this is a day time date consider going on a picnic if the weather permits. Take along a basket of food and wine and enjoy the day just relaxing in the sun as you get to know each other.

* Museum or art gallery: If you know that you both enjoy art or history this is a great first date idea. You can spend a couple of hours doing something that you both enjoy so there will be less tension and stress

If you’re feeling a bit more extravagant there are some expensive dates that you can go on. Keep in mind that you want to be sure that your date is comfortable with these types of dates since they require a bit more planning and consideration:

* Concert: Take your date to a concert. This type of date will need planning ahead of time so that you can make sure that you have the tickets in hand. You’ll also want to make sure that your date is interested in the concert that you’ve chosen.

* Dinner: An expensive dinner is a nice way to celebrate a first date but should be reserved for someone you feel particularly attracted to. Expensive dinners can often send a message to your date that they are worth it but might also convey the feeling that there is another date in the future.

* Theater: Tickets to the theater are perfect if you and your date share the same enthusiasm for the stage.

By Chris Mills

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Make sure you stand out from the dating crowd - with a great photo . . .

Adding your photograph to your personal profile is a great way of getting noticed, but it’s the one thing that many internet daters are reluctant to do. Many of the profiles you view will have photographs attached, but that may not convince you that you need to do the same.

People who don’t post their photograph often say that they are too shy, or that they are worried about security. Remember that the whole point of internet dating is to attract people you wouldn’t usually meet and letting them see what you look like is very different from giving out your address or telephone number. If you’re worried that your photo may not do you justice - don’t. The photo just gives people an idea of what you look like. It’s not meant to be model portfolio or glossy magazine standard - and people who reject you based just on your picture probably aren’t worth getting to know anyway.

Still doubtful? Here are some good reasons why you should post your photo:

1. Studies have shown that dating profiles without photos are more likely to get passed over than ones with good, clear photos attached to them.

2. Not posting a photo may lead other people to suspect you have something to hide.

3. A good photo is an attention-grabber. Although most people won’t judge you solely on your photograph, it could be the thing that spurs them on to read the rest of your profile and get in touch.

Remember that your photograph doesn’t have to be picture-perfect. It just needs to be clear and preferably one that doesn’t include other people. In the long run, it could increase your chances of being contacted by other interested daters, giving you the opportunity to show them what you’re like in real life!

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Women say they want to find a ‘good man’ they can love. This is true to some degree. Women ‘Love’ as the most significant need they want fulfilled in a man. However reality is different from our beliefs. Love is wonderful but women seem to be attracted to other characteristics and traits long before love develops. Basically what women want in the new millennium has not changed much from what women wanted millions of years ago. So, what is it that attracts a woman to a man?
There is no question that women respect and look for a man who works hard, more than just about any trait or characteristic. If a man is not afraid of hard work, she knows she will be always cared for. A man who is willing to work long hours is seen as tenacious and someone who is reliable. Women know at some level that a man who works long hours is a person who is able to bring stability, especially in terms of financial reward. Women on average are attracted to men who work hard. Of all the characteristics a man can have this is one of the most important that women look for consciously or unconsciously.
Some other traits and characteristics that women look in a man:
· Women want commitment. They want to know that a man is interested in their future.
· A man with a strong sense of personal, social, and business mastery. Kindness is perceived as an almost irresistible trait
· An interesting comment that we hear women saying is, they like a man who is ‘good with kids’
· How important is money? Almost all women surveyed in study after study indicates they want to be with a man who makes more money. Women thrive and enjoy life when they experience security and stability.
· And last but not the least, a man who cares her and her kids.
What do men find irresistible in women?

What is it that draws a man to a woman? There is little that a woman possesses that initially entices a man beyond her physical attractiveness. This does not mean that if a woman is not physically attractive that she has no opportunity to find happiness. It does mean that physical attractiveness is far and away the number one trait that men look for in women.
Men are driven in large part by their desire to have sex. This surprises no one. Napoleon Hill, history’s greatest success philosopher spelled out year’s ago that the most successful men in history have had enormous sex desires. However, men who pursue only their sex drives rarely become successful. A significant element in the success of any man is being able to channel that sexual energy into their work.

How does we know what physical attractiveness means to a man?

Men think differently than women do. Consider this amazing fact. In mathematical terms men have evolved to find a woman waist to hip ratio is about .7 as most attractive to them. In other words, divide the waist measurement by the hip measurement and the resulting number is between .6 and .8. A man will almost certainly find that woman instantly attractive. This is the bottom half of the hourglass figures.
A man does not need a measuring tape to know that he is attracted someone however. He simply has a certain shape that he is designed to look for and this is part of that shape. (Women do have a filter for a man’s physical appearance. Women tend to unconsciously filter out men whose waist is larger than their hips). Having said that, however, physical attractiveness is not the sole criteria to a woman being attracted to a man.

By Pradeep Aggarwal

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Beginning a new romantic relationship can add excitement to your life; the kind of thrill you get when you put your nose in the center of a freshly cut rose, taking in the wonderful aroma. Or perhaps opening up a beautifully wrapped package from someone special and getting the “gift” you’ve always wanted.

Amazing sensations go through your whole body. But we must remember not to get caught up in these wonderful feelings and forget that a successful relationship takes some work.

Here are some suggestions when embarking on a new romantic journey:

• Keep it fresh – Every date, every moment shared together, and every activity you participate in with that special someone should evolve around a fresh and creative idea.

• Leave your baggage at the door – Your new romantic interest will sure to tire of constantly hearing all the details of your last disastrous relationship. Keep the conversation limited to the wonderful “future” or the “fantastic” here and now.

• Dress to impress – Yes – We know pumps and ties on dates are passé – But, sweatpants and dirty sneakers are best left for all the “comfy” married couples.

• Forgive and Forget – Forgive him or her if they forget your first month’s anniversary or that you don’t like artificial sweetener in your coffee. Expect little and sometimes you get more than you thought possible. Expect too much and we only set ourselves up for disappointment. Forgive their trivial shortcomings and move on. Don’t forget – We are only human and therefore make mistakes.

• Some good things must come to an end – You can’t expect every new relationship to end in “wedded bliss”. If you truly believe there is someone out there for you, give yourself a break and move on. If the relationship turns stale, in the end it is sometimes in your best interest to head in another direction. Not all broken relationships can be mended; so don’t go “crazy” trying to fix every defect in a relationship.

Truly successful romantic relationships are possible. The getting there may be a long road – but once you are there it can be one of the most rewarding experiences you can have.

Jane Karwoski is co-publisher of the e-book, “Romantic Secrets to Intimacy”. To discover what a “true romantic” knows, sign up for her free newsletter at www.secrets-to-intimacy.com