Online Dating?

I have online dated once, it didnt work out. Should I stick to regular dating or online?

Online Dating?
How about doing both?





Online dating can be an excellent way of reviewing large numbers of people who are pre-qualified, ie. single and looking.





Yes there are liars and wierdos online (I've heard, though I've not met any women like that personally. Perhaps only the guys!) But the people you meet other ways could be equally unsuitable. A little caution and common sense discretion should keep you safe.





I find online dating to be a great way to screen women for those who I might be a fit with, but I am fussy and am looking for a particular type of woman with a certain outlook (intelligent, philosophical, a "je ne sais quoi" that comes through in their writing).





After you learn about them through what they have written, you can meet to see if there is any "chemistry", which would include being comfortable with each other, having a rapport, and of course physical attraction. Often there is not, so you want to meet soon for a quick coffee before you develop a false sense of hope based on messaging.





If you want to do it the other way around with regular dating, finding chemistry first and then making sure the person has the rest of the stuff on your "list", that's okay too but you will have to work hard to meet as many people and getting to know about them as quickly as you can with online dating. Regular dates might not be comfortable filling out a questionnaire or profile!





Also, speed dating can be very efficient for this latter kind of approach, checking a lot of people for "chemistry" very quickly. It can be kinda fun and you don't need to take it too seriously.
Reply:I met my wife online and it has worked out great. It isn't for everyone. Becareful and take precautions. Like don't give out too much personal information to soon
Reply:Regular dating. Online dating is never safe or really a good idea.
Reply:personally i got tired of meeting drunks in bars and being set up. Match.com was great for me
Reply:How about both....never know where that special one might be found
Reply:i think regular, but onlines ok