Ask your friends to refer you to the dating services they are using. Most online dating agencies offer a free trial. By using online services you will have access to thousands of profiles, however the limitless choice might be also a disadvantage, as some people get carried away. They spend years in chat rooms enjoying virtual conversations with people they have never seen rather than getting back to reality and starting a real relationship.
Marriage agencies are another dating option for people with serious intentions. For a fee that can be quite high a professional matchmaker will select you a perfect candidate who is looking for a spouse. The selection is based on thorough psychological tests. In this case you won't be spending hours picking up the profiles that you like. A professional, who will take into account all the qualities you are looking for in a life mate, will perform the selection. Matchmakers say that the risk of an error is minimal in this scenario. It's up to you to put your destiny into their hands.
A more old-fashioned way to find a date is personal ads in newspapers. Word your ad carefully so you sound appealing and fun, rather than desperate, and wait for replies. Or answer a classified ad and see what happens.
If you are more adventurous, take a singles' cruise. Even if you don't meet your soul mate there, you are likely to make new friends and have a good time.
Some other popular dating places and spots to meet singles are movies and bars. When you and your friends go out, mingle with the people in line. Strike up a conversation. Take advantage of all opportunities that come your way. Flirt. Smile.
Don't be afraid to go to dating places, like comedy clubs, concerts, sports events, or air shows. It's not true that only couples go there. Have lots of fun with the happy crowd.
Take a coed class in cooking, sports, photography, or any other field. You will learn new skills and might meet someone too.
Go to auctions of all kinds. Browse around. Make a bid to attract attention. Car auctions are a great place to meet singles.
Enter any contests that will put you in contact with singles. Listen to the local radio ads, read local newspapers. Who knows, you might win!
Attend family functions. Ask around to see if anyone knows a great match for you. People are usually very flattered when you ask them for help.
Take a bold stand. Go after love. Call someone and ask her/him out. Throw a party and invite someone you want to get to know better. Take a chance.
Keep in mind that a person of your dreams is probably out there looking for you. They are probably wondering where you are. Isn't it a mood lifter?