October 10, 2010
- Dating Tips!
Dating tips for teens and young adults!
#1: SAFETY FIRST.
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Get to know this person whom you might like to date. Introduce him or her to your parents & friends FIRST.
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Meet your dates family and friends well before you begin to date seriously.
#2: Don’t settle. Take your time and trust that “time” is a friend.
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Never settle for the first person that comes your way. You have a world of wonderful possibilities ahead of you.
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Just because you go on your first date and have a great time, that doesn’t mean that this person is long term material. Everyone is on good behavior at first, no matter what your age.
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You’ll begin to get a better picture of the person you are dating…after a year of spending time with them.
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Take your time and trust that “time” is a friend.
#3: Don’t compromise your belief system.
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If you have a strong faith background, your religious foundation will serve you well.
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Don’t assume that because your date is of the same faith they have the same ethical and moral compass that you do.
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Begin slowly to discuss issues that are important to each of you. Take time…and let “time” help you sort things out.
#4: Honesty.
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Be honest about who you are, your faith, your values and your beliefs.
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Honesty is the basis for all relationships. If dating doesn’t work out, you may well have a lasting friendship.
#5: Sex, marriage and your expectations before intimacy.
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Before you get to the point where it becomes an issue, discuss things like sex and marriage. Share your personal beliefs and expectations. This will let you know if you are on the same page, and if you want to continue dating.
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If your personal beliefs are an issue between you, this person is not the one for you.
#6: If someone wants to change you…RUN!
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You don’t always need to agree on everything, but you do need to be able to talk about all issues even if you have different viewpoints.
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Do not date someone who asks you to do something that is against your core beliefs.
#7: Listen to your friends and family.
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Many times we can’t see simple warning signs in front of us.
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Strive for clarity and wisdom. Ask your family and friends for their opinion. If they see red flag warnings (no matter how small), there is probably a good reason.
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Engage those who love you in conversation about what they don’t like and don’t like about the person you are dating. Listen…really listen to your parents and friends if they suspect red flags.
#8: Share your date time with friends who love you and share your same values.
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It’s fine to spend time just the two of you, but don’t shut your friends out. It is important for friends who love you and share your same values to spend time with you as a couple and see your interactions.
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This time in your life is all about exploring who you are together. Sharing time together with friends will begin to paint a good picture of your relationship and what may lie ahead.
#9: Respect.
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Always remember, the respect bar you set for yourself, is the respect you’ll receive.
#10: Make it fun!
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Fun and laughter are a great beginning, middle and for the long run.
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Enjoy yourself!
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