DATING TIPS FOR TEENAGES

Here are a Few Good Teenage Dating Tips..
FINDING OTHER TEENAGERS:
Teenagers are everywhere. You meet them at school functions, Parties, Gyms, Group gatherings and even in church groups. The internet is one place I would most likely suggest you avoid.
BE SAFE:
When you are making initial contact with someone new that you haven't met before, do it in a public place. Giving out personal information, such as your phone number, or where you live is a risk. Use common sense to judge the right time when you feel the time is right. If you feel pressured or unsure MOVE ON Quickly.
KNOW YOURSELF:
Knowing who you are and what interests you, should be discovered first. How can you know who you are looking for if you do not know yourself. List the things that make people like about you, in a positive sense. Then date the type of person that shares your goals and dreams. Dating a person who is into outdoors sports while you enjoy quiet times would defeat the purpose of a sharing relationship. Dating can be a tough process.
LEARN FROM OTHERS:
Be attentive to other successful dating relationships with people you respect. Figure out what works for them and see what you can adopt for yourself. Be honest with yourself and know what will make you happy. Are you looking for a friend? Or a longer term commitment? At the same time, be flexible. The teen dating world is unpredictable, but that can be part of the fun. Enjoy what comes your way but remember YOU HAVE TO LOOK AT YOURSELF IN THE MIRROR EACH DAY. Be true to yourself.
COMMUNICATION:
Communication is the name of the game here. Visual, verbal, and subtle communication is what it takes. Be consistent and honest with the other person. Ask questions and be a good listener. Use all types of communication: the phone, a written note, an email - whatever comes to mind. All of this will show your interest in the other person.
DON’T GO IT ALONE:
Get your friends and family involved; let them know what you are up to. Always plan your dates in advance and remember to leave a brief note when leaving the house. When you were left with a sitter your parent left a place or number for contact. Its all about respect and trust. A more informed parent will feel more at ease
FOLLOW YOUR HEART BUT USE COMMON SENSE:
When you are dating, listen to your mind, but follow your heart. Keep in tune with what your intuition is telling you about the other person. Is it love at first sight? Stranger things have happened. Dating isn't rocket science. We all have common sense, so use it.
TAKE YOUR TIME:
Successful dating takes time. Most people who date want something to happen immediately, but we have all found out that doesn't happen. There is no way of forcing someone to be with you forever so be careful of what decisions you make along the way. Many teenagers face pregnancies to hold a loved one. Quess what? It does not work. Ask the millions of single mothers out there.
LEAVE WHEN YOU NEED TO:
Don't settle for something that isn't right for you. You deserve better than that. Breaking up is never fun, but we all know that we recover. And if you aren't the one initiating the breakup, remember that this is part of the experience as well. Rejection is tough, but keep in mind of what might be next - it could be even better. And you might end up with a really good set of new friends in the process.
HAVE FUN:
The most important thing to remember is to have fun! Searching for the right person can be a fantastic experience, filled with anxiety and emotion and even drama. But if you approach it with a positive attitude and think of the hunt as being as much fun as the catch, you will have a better time. Make it easy for yourself by setting your mind to the fact that this is something fun.If you have other teenage dating tips, we always want to know. Send us your best dating tips.