Where do you meet people?
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As a 22 y/o single lady, its difficult to meet nice guys
where do u meet people?! it feels like such a task! (harder than getting fit hahaha)
Outside.
lol, I know a lot of great guys that hang out outside0 -
well you are one helpful individual! @Ripped_Wings0
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I've just gotten on the single scene myself (though not ready to date or anything) and I thought this was going to be a real struggle.
However, I also just moved to a new town and I greet everyone with a smile and a friendly comment or two. In the past few weeks, I've met lots of lovely people at the coffee shop, the local dive bar, the local restaurants, the shop owners and church. They have also had recommendations for places where I might meet people if I want to go out and mingle or just have a fun time.
This could be my new community, but maybe it's also just being approachable with a smile and nice compliment for those you see around you? I could be totally wrong though, since, as I stated previously, brand new to this.0 -
I feel like meeting people now is so different then meeting people in the past. A lot of my friends met their husbands or boyfriends online which would have been unheard of years ago. Maybe try some of the dating website and see how that works.0
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Last year I moved to a new city following a broken engagement and in the same position as yourself. May seem ridiculous, but I've met more people using Tinder (be careful, however it is the internet lol) than any other method. No long term relationships to speak of but I have dated a couple women I met through there.0
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Church, the brewery, MFP, anywhere there's a social setting! Walk up and introduce yourself if you'd like to meet someone. The more you do it, the easier it is!0
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Last year I moved to a new city following a broken engagement and in the same position as yourself. May seem ridiculous, but I've met more people using Tinder (be careful, however it is the internet lol) than any other method. No long term relationships to speak of but I have dated a couple women I met through there.
tinder wouldn't be my first choice in online dating haha0 -
I walk miles on a daily basis so meet a lot of people in the park, down town and on the trails. Also meet nice people at church.
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Last year I moved to a new city following a broken engagement and in the same position as yourself. May seem ridiculous, but I've met more people using Tinder (be careful, however it is the internet lol) than any other method. No long term relationships to speak of but I have dated a couple women I met through there.
tinder wouldn't be my first choice in online dating haha
Hey you asked for suggestions!0 -
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Last year I moved to a new city following a broken engagement and in the same position as yourself. May seem ridiculous, but I've met more people using Tinder (be careful, however it is the internet lol) than any other method. No long term relationships to speak of but I have dated a couple women I met through there.
tinder wouldn't be my first choice in online dating haha
Hey you asked for suggestions!
You know, I've heard a lot of good things re: Meetup. You can find people with your same interests, and you don't have the pressure of online dating. My ex has been going to some of those and it's helped him just get in the habit of talking to strangers again.
I was planning on checking one out later for a book club. You might make friends or more, who knows?0 -
bars, clubs, gyms, ect
if you see someone whos looks awesum possum walking down the street "hey im new to the city and looking for friends" and hand them a coupon for free dry cleaning with your number on it. works like a charm0 -
bars, clubs, gyms, ect
if you see someone whos looks awesum possum walking down the street "hey im new to the city and looking for friends" and hand them a coupon for free dry cleaning with your number on it. works like a charm
"awesum possum" hahaha will be lookin for those species0 -
I can't imagine asking that question when I was your age, it was not a problem. I am 47 & newly single & it is a lot different. lol0
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hey. I'm new here, and you're awesome possum. *hands dry cleaning couponI can't imagine asking that question when I was your age, it was not a problem. I am 47 & newly single & it is a lot different. lol0 -
hey. I'm new here, and you're awesome possum. *hands dry cleaning couponI can't imagine asking that question when I was your age, it was not a problem. I am 47 & newly single & it is a lot different. lol
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please tell me there is an answer to this question lol0
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I've just gotten on the single scene myself (though not ready to date or anything) and I thought this was going to be a real struggle.
However, I also just moved to a new town and I greet everyone with a smile and a friendly comment or two. In the past few weeks, I've met lots of lovely people at the coffee shop, the local dive bar, the local restaurants, the shop owners and church. They have also had recommendations for places where I might meet people if I want to go out and mingle or just have a fun time.
This could be my new community, but maybe it's also just being approachable with a smile and nice compliment for those you see around you? I could be totally wrong though, since, as I stated previously, brand new to this.
it is suprising how well things can go if you simply open your mouth lol. i have to admit, at 35, I'm still intimidated by attractive women. If you have no interest in a girl then i'll have a pleasant conversation. if i like her, i spend 80% of the time thinking of something to say instead of just talking.
i simply don't get out at all0 -
I meet people where I work. In a grocery store! Im always talking to strangers 0
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The gym (classes are great places to start) volunteer programs, college (take some night classes if you're already finished) church, parties, dog parks, the grocery store or mall (hot guys gotta shop, too!).0
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why has no one said MFP, yet? Duh.0
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Try to spend more time doing the things you like to do. Anyone you meet doing these things will automatically share at least one important interest with you.
I listen to my single girlfriends talk about going out to bars to meet guys, and it's miserable. They have to talk to so many dudes they have nothing at all in common with before they just happen to talk to one who's interesting.
If you start running a fairly populated running route, you'll start seeing some of the same runners regularly... and they're all potential workout buddies, maybe something more. Same goes for your other interests.
Other than that, look around at work. None of my coworkers are my best friend, but I've hung out with them, and actually met other cool people through them. My circle just keeps on growing by knowing these people, and then meeting the people they hang out with, etc.
And if it comes down to online dating I really recommend OKCupid. Places like Match made me feel like I was interviewing for the position of wife on the first date. I haven't used Tinder but it sounds a lot more sexually oriented than personality? I have used OKC a couple of times; I think it does the best job of casually matching up people with similar interests.0 -
The gym (classes are great places to start) volunteer programs, college (take some night classes if you're already finished) church, parties, dog parks, the grocery store or mall (hot guys gotta shop, too!).
Grocery stores! I can definitely see this.
It's been awhile but they have fresh and easy in my old neighborhood and around 5:30 or 6 you would see all the young professionals congregate around the prepared meals. I imagine it's the same at Whole Foods or Trader Joes and it would be easy to start a conversation - have you had that before? Is it worth it? etc.0 -
You're 22 years old and this is a problem for you? At that age, most of the people I met were in my college classes, or friends of friends.
I met my husband (and a lot of other singles) at the military base I was stationed at. Trust me, if you live near one of those, it's practically a gold mine when it comes to singles.0 -
live music events, live music at sh!tty bars , library, the bulk barn0
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oh and also from other people you know & dating / hook up sites0
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Running club.
Maybe cycling club.
Or Engineering / computer club at your local college / university
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I had a much harder time meeting people when I was young than now, so I feel you. However, what worked for me when I was your age was getting a part-time job a couple night shifts as a bartender in a local bar/restaurant. and then I met lots of people through work (friends, too...co-workers), and I had extra $$ on the side. It's hard not to be social in the hospitality industry!
I think it's disappointing that everyone is trying to act like there is something wrong with you for not knowing how to meet people. I think it's good that you're asking. :flowerforyou:0 -
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