I would much rather get dating advice from someone who has the experience. You need to be in it to understand what single men and women go through. Have you ever had married friends who have been married for 10 years try and give you advice? Or what about having a therapist who has no clue what dating involves in 2006?

I’m not saying I am the expert on dating and don’t make my own mistakes. But, I live in reality as my friends would say. I’ve spent a couple years online, blind dates and meeting men. I have learned from my mistakes and am able to have a real conversation about what dating is like. I see so many men and women so frustrated with dating that they just want to give up. Don’t let anyone fool you IT IS WORK and you have to be on your toes.

All we need to do is slow down and listen to our inner voice when you get confused about a relationship or dating. The signs are there when things aren’t going that well and it takes action and thought to move beyond a situation. This holds true for relationships and dates that are going well. I know some people that would rather stay in a relationship that is not working than be alone. It is easy to overlook some things but when the handwriting is on the wall you need to get out. I know easier said than done.

It took years until I was comfortable being alone and sitting with myself and all the feelings. I would rather be alone and happy than with someone just for the sake of not being alone. I enjoy my life regardless of being in a relationship or not.