Trying to start over. Does anyone actually date anymore. Or is it just random hook ups.
Seems like I can't find anyone that wants to hang out and do stuff and get to know each other. All I seem to find is guys that was 2 am sex.
You're your own boss-up to you to set boundaries.
I have been and it seems to be the o my guys I attract lol they get pissy. So then its just move on
I can relate. I'm not interested in random hookups either. The thing that has helped me the most is deciding not to care about dating. I've made an effort to get out and do things I enjoy or try something new. I started with Meetups. I also go do things by myself, like local food events or cultural events.
Spend time getting out and doing fun things and meeting people that share your interests. Whatever you do, don't think of every guy you meet as a potential date. You'll make friends, find others annoying, but the bottom line is that you'll widen your social circle. Who knows which of your new friends might introduce you to the next guy worth dating.
In the meantime, you're out having fun. You won't miss the dating experience so much when you are already enjoying yourself.
I would, if I could find someone to date.
I really didnt think it would be this hard lol
The book The Rules has great advice that I've found to work perfectly.
To prevent men just using you for sex, only accept dates for three days ahead, forcing them to plan ahead and stop taking you for granted. If they ask you to meet them that afternoon to "hang out," just say you would love to, but already have plans.
This implies you have a busy dating life, not some loser hoping for crumbs, and makes you seem more valuable than a "quickie" pal.
When men do ask you on an actual date three days ahead, then accept, but take your own car and meet in a public place.
End the date first, and go home alone. Don't have sex until you're exclusive. That forces the horn dogs to either move on to an easier lay, or to start seeing you as an actual person, missing you, and working to get your attention.
But if you are dating a woman, she is more likely to care about your actual personality and hobbies. When I'm in male mode, and have a crush on a woman I would walk on water to be with her, so I know cis men can do it, if properly motivated.
I actually do have to have everything planned a day minimum in advance. Because I am helping to raise my granddaughter. So everything has to be planned ahead. I loose a lot of dates that way. Also by saying I have a small child in my life and I'm disabled lol
@Desertkatt I think having a high IQ is sort of disability also. I'm restless, easily bored, I look down on conventional wisdom and pastimes, I act kind of like a ferret in intense curiosity..not the pleasant, peaceful person most men seem to be looking for.
2 AM sex worked for Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn, but I have a feeling they are the exception.
I do think things have changed. A considerable number of young men are tuning out on marriage, and even very attractive 30 year old women are having considerable difficulty finding a spouse. At least that's my subjective observation.
I'm not above a 2 am booty call if I'm in a relationship. But the hit it and quit it I'm not