Online Disabled Dating
In a world where the pandemic is raging, dating has been given a whole new dimension. When once it may have been easy to meet new people at a bar or in person, is now so much harder with there being restrictions on so many levels that there weren't before. And to put a spanner in the works, if you have a disability (seen or unseen), disabled dating is a whole new ball game. With so many friends and loved ones close to me who either have seen or unseen disabilities, the levels of stress wit trying to date is at a whole new high - especially with the additional added anxiety of a pandemic...
But thankfully down to so many online resources, it doesn't have to be as difficult as it once was - especially living in a world where online dating is so openly accepted.
So here are some of my favourite ways as to how you can get to know or meet someone online.
Online dating site Now this may seem blatantly obvious, but this is a great way to date. If you're cautious or wary of your disability, there are dedicated websites for those with disabilities - so whether it's a mental health related disability or a seen disability, even if you're looking for an amputee dating site , there are safe spaces online where you don't have to be ashamed or aware of it. Finding a safe space online or within a community is so important - especially if you're putting yourself out there, to begin with.
Do your research If you're new at venturing out into the world of online dating and communities, do your research. Not only to find out what site you may go for, but to help get ideas from others who have also put themselves out there. YouTube is a great resource with so many openly sharing about their own experience in a way that is easy to grasp and understand. I'm a firm believer that with all nerve wracking experiences, hearing from someone who can share how it worked for them is always a shout - with experience always helping to calm nerves at least slightly...
Decide on your goal Why are you putting yourself out there? Is it to test the waters? Is it to meet new friends? Is it to start a relationship? Decide for yourself what you're trying to get out of it so that you can make sure you're always on the same page as someone you're talking too. Establishing intent is very important with these things and there's nothing worse than a few crossed wires... Trust me on that one. And honestly, you have nothing to lose!
Try alternative communities If the thought of a dating site is a bit overwhelming, see if there is a relevant Facebook group you could join. A safe space and a great way to meet people - Facebook has a great range of specific communities and groups - many of which are very protective.
SO have you tried online dating?