Valentine's Day is upon us! Who will you be holding?

It’s that time of year again...Valentine’s Day. This is the day that comes to torture all singles who do not want to be single. Getting a new relationship off the ground whether it’s a friendship or a love match has always been a bit tricky. We are looking for that one person that makes us light up inside, gets our heart racing, blood pumping, and makes us forget our name. Meeting that person used to be left to chance. You may meet them at the grocery store, at the park, at the coffee shop..(you get the idea). Nowadays.., not so much.

Today’s dating world has completely changed; being single during this era of the COVID 19 pandemic makes what was already a stressful and awkward task to one that’s almost impossible. Far and few in between are the days of meeting someone face to face. So the question becomes...How does a person find romance, passion, and love when you have to stay six feet apart from your future happily ever after?

There is an unspoken rule that dating can be fun. To be honest, it really can be! You just need the right tools for this new dating world. Here you will find a few tips on how to get noticed, and some do’s and don’ts of dating for the Covid Era. 

Basic Flirting 101 - Getting Noticed

Flirting is an excuse to show interest in a particular person. In every stage of life from teenager to elderly, flirting is a kind of social interaction. It is a smooth and sometimes embarrassing way to get a conversation going with someone who has caught your eye. 

One thing that will always hold true to flirting is confidence. Even if you embarrass yourself to the point of stuttering your name when speaking, at least you had the confidence to approach them. Admittedly, flirting doesn’t come naturally to everyone; some have to put in real effort to not sound like a complete and utter dork. For others, it’s almost an art form. There are so many ways to approach a person, but the best way is the one that makes them smile. 

Here are a some Do’s and Dont’s of the dating world with a few quick conversation starters that can work in person, facetime or text:

Don’t come on too strong

When speaking, be polite, attentive, kind and respectful. No one likes a jerk. 

Try something funny and flirty. Nothing works better than a line that generates a smile. It is the best response!

“You have such beautiful eyes, I had to come speak”- great opener

“Hi beautiful, how was your day?” - sweet conversation starter

“You’re so beautiful you made me forget my pickup line!” - funny opener

“Hi!, I’m Mr. Right. Someone said you were looking for me.” - Ice breaker

Be silly and creative. “Anyone can be passionate, but it takes real lovers to be silly.” - Rose Franken 

The line that breaks the ice will tell a lot about the other person's humor and state of mind. If they are receptive you may have a good match. They could be your future Valentine so keep talking!

Don’t be lazy

Work on your opening, especially if texting. Once you have gotten a contact number, “Hey” or “What’s up” are lazy and thoughtless openings to first starting conversations.  There isn’t an ounce of thought or thoughtfulness in either opening.These texts will likely be ignored and it will be the beginning of the end... Conversation over. 

Don’t limit yourself to facetime and text

Facetime and text are awesome when in that “getting to know you” phase and is particularly useful for long distance relationships, but don’t stop there!  Nothing is more precious than that first face to face meeting. Understandably, the six feet rule makes it difficult to get that all important first face to face but it can be done. One option is to mention an activity you have in common, suggest things the two of you could do together.

Be creative and make it happen. 

Get out there and start Dating 

Few are the days we would see our “forever after” across a crowded room, our eyes meeting as we begin to make our way to them with sweaty palms and a dry mouth just to say “Hi”. These days singles are more imaginative when it comes to finding and meeting that special someone. There are virtual meeting places such as social sites which puts the world at your fingertips.  

Social sites such as facebook, instagram, NewPassion.com have opened a gateway of possibilities to finding that special someone. The world is at your fingertips! More options means more chances for singles to explore future soul mates! 

Where is my Valentine?

Building a special relationship filled with love, romance, friendship and passion starts with flirting then dating and ends with forever after.There are so many ways to get in touch and stay in touch with IM, DM, FaceTime, Inbox or Text. Once you make a connection with that special someone make sure to keep it interesting. Sending them sweet nothings and flirty texts will keep that spark going. There are no excuses for finding that special Valentine and your forever love. 

Your Valentine is only a profile away. You won’t find them and they won’t find you if you do not put yourself out there. 

“Love doesn’t drop on you unexpectedly; you have to give off signals, sort of like an amature radio operator.”- Helen Gurly Brown.

New age dating

Whether you are looking for someone, or have just begun to talk 

Social sites are free to join and fun to browse. All you need to do is take a nice profile picture and tell a little bit about yourself. Get off your keister and get in the game! You can’t play sitting on the side lines. Your Valentine is out there, waiting on you. Go and find them!