Senior Dating: 4 Tips to Finding Your Silver Mojo
Dating. It is not easy at any age, but it can be downright tough for those in the 60+ category. The world has most likely changed significantly since the last time you may have dated. You have also changed. Love, loss, careers, raising a family have all impacted on who you are and how you feel about life and the world around you.
While it may feel intimating at first, dating after the age of 60 can be a lot of fun. It will require you to perhaps adjust your mindset and find some courage, but once you put yourself out there, you might be surprised just how easy it is to connect with others in both platonic and romantic ways.
Here are some dating tips to get you started:
Practice smiling
Many people, as they get older, smile less. Perhaps they are missing loved ones who have passed, are struggling with retirement, or are in chronic physical pain. But smiling is something that lights up our faces and instantly attracts other people to us. If you feel you haven’t been smiling as much as you used to, get back into the habit. Watch some favourite comedies, hang out with others that make you smile, maybe grandkids or a beloved pet. The more you smile, the better you feel and more attractive you become.
Start a conversation
Now is not the time to be shy. If you see someone that catches your eye while out at a coffee shop or standing in line for the bus, strike up a conversation. You could say something as simple as “Lovely day for a ride into town” or “I always seem to pick the busiest times to grab a coffee”. The idea is to start a conversation and see where it goes. If nothing else, you may make some new coffee shop friends!
Focus on your interests
You will have a better chance of meeting a potential partner who is like-minded if you focus on your interest and hobbies. If you like art and culture, then spend more time at museums or the book shop. Are you a dog lover? The perhaps volunteer at a local animal shelter. Focusing on your hobbies and interests will bring you joy at the same time, and that joy will make you incredibly attractive to them.
Go Online
Sites like Match.com make it incredibly easy for you to look for potential dates online. You can browse hundreds of profiles at your own pace and reach out to those people who strike your fancy. Don’t assume that online dating is for younger people. It is for anyone with an internet connection and a desire to meet people.
I hope these tips help you to feel more comfortable meeting new and lovely people. And who knows, one of them could be that special someone. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you are finding it difficult to start this process.
