Tips On How to Get Back into Dating At 50

Tips On How to Get Back into Dating At 50+

If you’re struggling to meet new people then I’d highly recommend joining a dating site specifically for over 50’s. There are lots of great ones to choose from these days. Online dating is one of the easiest ways to meet new people and you know for sure they’re single and looking to meet someone. There are some free sites out there but it’s definitely worth finding a paid-for subscription service as it means the people on there are generally more serious about seeking a romantic relationship. You’ll find a lot of people on the free dating sites are only looking for sex.

Use Protection

One mistake a lot of people 50 and over make when dating again is they don’t use protection. The rise in STI’s among people over 45 is on the increase. In 2018 there was 3 times more men diagnosed with an STI that were aged 45-64 than women of the same age. That’s an increase of 18% since 2014. The increase in women was 4%.

Start A new Hobby

If you have been struggling to meet new people start a new hobby. Getting out and doing things increases your chances of meeting new people. You’ll also have fun whilst doing it so it’s a win-win situation. Work On You
One of my top tips for anyone that wants to get back into dating, regardless of your age, is to work on yourself first. I see so many people make the mistake of jumping into dating without knowing themselves first. Make self-care a priority. Star working on yourself and making yourself feel good. The better you life is and the better you feel the more likely you will attract the right person for you. You’ve likely heard the saying your vibe attracts your tribe well that is so true. Stop believing that you need someone else to make you feel whole or complete and start doing those things for yourself. You are all you need. You just have to give yourself the time.  A new partner should complement your life and add value to it but until you’re happy within yourself you will never find that.  Focus on you and your goals and dreams and you’ll find a new partner will slip into place nicely.

Charlotte Cremers
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MS, University of Tartu
Sleep specialist

Using the acquired academic and professional experience, I advise patients with various complaints about mental health - depressed mood, nervousness, lack of energy and interest, sleep disorders, panic attacks, obsessive thoughts and anxieties, difficulty concentrating, and stress. In my free time, I love to paint and go on long walks on the beach. One of my latest obsessions is sudoku – a wonderful activity to calm an unease mind.

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