What to Do During a Dating Drought

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When you don't work with a professional matchmaker or dating service, you're almost ALWAYS going to have a dating drought. One day it's raining men or women and the next day it feels like the pickings are slim. It may be frustrating, but use this time to prepare for when you are busy dating again.

Do things that you have been meaning to get to and try things that you haven't had time to try. In the process, you will likely stumble across more people to date. Take this time to grow, learn about yourself, and refine what type of person you are looking for.

Dating droughts can be tough, but sitting at home and pouting about it isn't going to get you any more good dating leads. If you are a man looking for a woman, go to where the women are. Take up a cooking class or maybe even a painting class. Ladies, Mr. Right probably isn't at your best girl friend's house. Suggest that you and your friends go to something fun, yet guy-friendly, like a local festival. Beer festivals are especially good at drawing out the men.

These are just a few ideas to get you to have fun during a dating drought, while still putting yourself out there. "The one" is out there, you just have to meet them!

Good luck,

One on One and Eight at Eight 

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Fresh Dating Tips from Our President

For the Most Eligible Atlantans issue, Jezebel Magazine reached out to our President, Sarah Kathryn Smith, for dating advice that was a little different from the generic tips.  Click the images below to read her interesting dating pointers. (She even tells you how to ask for a second date in a way that is hard to resist!)

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When to Make Your Move

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Approaching an attractive stranger can be nerve-wracking no matter how much confidence you have. Knowing what cues to take can make approaching someone a little easier. Traditionally, women do not approach men, but times are changing! The tips we are going to share today can help both men and women.

The easiest way to approach someone is to get them to notice you first. Abruptly approaching someone may work for some people, but it is easier to gauge interest, if you have already been noticed.

For example, if you are grocery shopping say, "Excuse me" and reach in front of the person you want to approach. Give a little smile and look at some other items to give them time to react. If you catch them glancing at you (especially with a smile), you have got them where you want them! Make your move and strike up a conversation. Do not forget to make some light-hearted jokes and seal the deal by getting their number.

Another stress-free way to to make your move is by asking for help. This could be applied to most scenarios. For example, go to a new park and ask for help finding the walking or running trail. Most people are friendly about helping others find things, so this makes for a relaxed way to ease into a conversation. Make your move and ask if the person you are interested in would like to go on the trail with you some time. 

Making your move does not have to be scary. Always keep in mind that dating is a numbers game. The fear of rejection will hinder your success. The more moves you make the more dates you will land and the more dates you land the more likely you are to find love.

Until next time, good luck!

One on One and Eight at Eight