Dating has drastically changed over the last 20 years. Things are faster, and people are more reliant on social media to find people to hang out with and date. While it may seem like a bit of a shock for women over 40 and single, we have some helpful hints to put your best foot forward. Here are some things to consider as you make your online dating profile.

Getting Started

You need to include unique and positive information in your profile that will encourage interaction. If you need help learning about what to mention in your profile, you can ask some friends who know you best. Ask your friends to identify your most interesting and unique qualities. If you are looking for a community for women over 40 and single, visit this website.

Choosing Your Photo

Do not use any photo of you that is older than a year. You will want to choose a photo or take a photo in a place that you love, with a genuine smile or with a twinkle in your eye. Taking a photo doing your favorite activity is always a plus because it helps people to understand who you truly are and what you enjoy doing. If you need to take a photo, a friend can help to take several. Choose the best one.

Stand Apart

It’s easy to get lost in the sea of profiles, so you will want to include information about yourself that makes you stand out. A lot of profiles will have similar information, so you’re looking to provide information about yourself that is unique to you and resonates with your unique and alluring qualities.

Be Real

Always, be real in your dating profile. Focus on what you want and not what you don't want. Let people know what you’re looking for in a partner or friend. Be confident in yourself, what you want, and convey that.

Keep Your Profile Current

Things change, and you may need to update information about yourself. This is particularly true for new photos if you’ve taken up a new hobby or gone on a trip.

Above All

Have fun with this process. It’s easy to get stressed out when you want to make something happen, but let it come to you. Create something wonderful in your profile, and welcome the people you meet along the way. If you need more help in meeting people and want to get involved in other fun activities, Revel helps many women over 40 and single to find what they need. Visit Revel to talk about dating, find groups to join for outings, practice a foreign language, or join a book club.

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