“Dating” means youre going on dates. You are actively getting out there and meeting people and spending time with them. “Dating someone” means youre seeing somebody specific, with purpose and on a regular basis. Youre spending time with a person (or persons) in hopes of finding a committed relationship.

What do you mean by dating?

Dating is a stage of romantic relationships practised in Western societies whereby two people meet socially with the aim of each assessing the others suitability as a prospective partner in a future intimate relationship.

Why do you date someone?

Dating with a purpose is essential if you want to find someone to create and sustain a healthy relationship. Think of dating like interviewing someone for the most important role as your partner. You need to prepare, plan, and decide what you want. Creating a dating plan is not easy.

Is texting considered talking?

Recent studies have shown that people are more likely to text than actually talk. Texting is great for quick short messages and meaningless banter. There are, however, situations where texting is not an acceptable means of communication.

What are the reason for dating?

People date for different reasons. Some want to have fun and get out of the house. Some want to meet new people. And others want to find a lifelong partnership.