We live in a beautiful place where summertime activities are plentiful. Be careful about getting stuck in patterns that will keep you from enjoying the sunshine outside. We tune up many things including our bike and car, but you can also work on fine tuning your online presence.
Utilize the English language
Some people think using phrases like “sup” or “show me your cock” are effective online icebreakers. A more positive option may be to give a compliment or make reference to something you read in their profile. Also, be careful about statements that seem like pick-up lines. If they come across as creepy, dishonest, or just plain strange, it will not be effective in moving you to the next level of conversation.
Select pictures that show your personality and interests
Show off your smile or hobbies instead of just posting pictures of a cock, butt, nipple, or pucker. Although there’s nothing wrong with showing off some of your best assets, think about other things that may entice others to check out your profile and what the images are saying.
Don’t refuse to show your face
Take pride in the fact that you are putting yourself out there in hopes of connecting with others. If you’re embarrassed about being online or what you are expressing, take some time and figure out what’s so concerning about being honest about your intentions.
Translate the profile
Although all profiles are just a collection of words and images, how they’re arranged and presented can tell you a lot more about someone than just the surface impressions. Take some effort to read between the lines or think about what the profile is expressing about personality, passions, and potential concerns. Sometimes it takes trial and error to figure some of these things out, but I think many times it becomes apparent if you read deeply enough.
Be honest
There are times when we’ve all experienced people who aren’t being genuine about their pictures, age, body type, interests, intentions, personality, or intelligence. It’s not good practice to hide behind a computer screen, play an elaborate fantasy game, or cheat on a partner. By the same token, feel free to be straightforward about your intentions or lack of interest.
Act thoughtfully
We’ve all been turned down, but also turned someone else down. Hopefully being considerate of others will minimize hurt feelings and make rejection a little less painful.
Take a chance and go meet up with someone
There are so many potential friendships and exchanges that never even have a chance to flourish. It can take a leap of faith sometimes to try and see where interactions may go, but don’t be too scared to grab a coffee, hike, or cuddle with someone you may have a great connection with in the future. Heaven forbid you might want to log off and try out some person-to-person flirting or communication skills.
Follow through
It’s important to have integrity behind your promises. Don’t lie about your intentions, cancel at the last minute, or fail to show up at all. We all get excited when a plan actually comes together.
