Internet Relationships...Does It Work?

Discussion in 'Random Thoughts' started by Barbara Jones, Dec 26, 2004.

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Would You have an Internet Relationship?

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  2. No!

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  3. Not Sure!

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  1. Barbara Jones

    Barbara Jones Member

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    We all know the Internet is a big window of opportunity and we must be careful of these opportunities. Since many people are using the Internet for dating purposes, safety first should be on the forefront of their minds.
    (Use this medium wisely!)

    Internet relationships is a growing population that can't be ignored any more. People are making this way of social behavior a common practice.

    I have researched extensively on Internet Relationships and have received hundreds of letters from Internet Couples around the world sharing their experiences.

    Most of our feedback from our readers showed results of marriage to their Internet Lover while others showed devastation as their results.
    Is it safe to say internet meetings between faceless names on-line is taking the place of meeting people at bars, clubs, churches, parties and other social gatherings?

    People are looking outside their box (environment) for something different and better than what they're use too! People are seeking companionship where ever they can find it!

    And it seems to me the internet is where they're looking.
     
  2. indescribability

    indescribability Not To Be Continued

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    I think that just like any new relationship it has it's share of problems and challenges. I do think if somebody is true to their personality it helps in making a less superficial decision. Also, it takes the sex equation out of the picture. I honestly feel that it is a credible way to find a new loved one, but it takes the same amount of love, work, and determination as a real relationship. Also, distance is often a factor as people sign on not only nationwide but worldwide. I think if somebody chooses the online avenue it may be out of convenience or devastation in previous relationships, which is no different than looking to new places normally. Have you found there to be more success stoires or failure stories?
     
  3. HoneySuckleBlue

    HoneySuckleBlue Cosmic Artist

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    I think that while there are great oppourtunities for people to be lied to and taken advantage of there are equally wonderful oppourtunities for people to find mates and get to know them in way more detail than in the bar/club scene would ever allow. You can so specialize your online relationships now and meet exactly who you were looking for just by being you and shining out into the darkness of this vast cyberspace.

    Caution and common sense must always be a factor, as it should also be in 'normal' relationships. Know who you are talking to...and be real people. It's so lame when people feel like they have to be something they are not to be special.

    But I love the internet for meeting people. I have met more soulmates over the internet in the last three years than I have met in my entire life wandering around.
     
  4. mariecstasy

    mariecstasy Enchanted

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    seems to me that if you have your senses about yourself...and you are real yourself, you will meet like minded individuals..i have met some of my best friends through the internet...and its not like i am someone who looks to find friends through the net, i have a wonderful network of friends in my real life...the ones i have made on the net were unexpected and have made their way into real life as well...

    as far as it being romantic relationshipss.....of course it can and does work...there are more examples of it being a positive then what the media likes to put out there...yes there are people looking for games and someone to harm...it happens...but it also happens anywhere you look....
    i think if you are you and they are them, the two of you have wonderful opportunity to know the intentions and real meat of the other person without being distracted by day to day activities..you are forced to find the entertainment with the two of you and arent able to just watch a movie together...so you really have an opportunity to unfold to one another....it also seems to me though that it would be extremely difficult as there generally is too much space between the participants so it seems it would be hard to maintain that desire for one another, but if its strong enough and wanted enough and a good match, i think the internet could offer people wonderful opportunities for love, friendship, playmates, whatever you want.
     
  5. WayfaringStranger

    WayfaringStranger Corporate Slave #34

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    i met my favorite girl ever on the internet. and also a bunch of wonderful people. i think the KEY is that we didnt mention any type of sex until we were holding eachother in our arms.
     
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