Let\u2019s be honest, one of the (many) benefits of living in a world with so much dating technology at your fingertips is of course the opportunity for casual dating.<\/p>\n
Casual dating is the perfect set up. You can the pro\u2019s of a boyfriend without the commitment and the hassle. What more could you want?<\/p>\n
But even though it\u2019s a great way to date, you still have to follow some rules if you\u2019re going to make sure you don\u2019t fall in to any traps.<\/p>\n
Keep those emotions in check.<\/strong> Listen you need to know that if it\u2019s a casual relationship you\u2019re there\u2019s no room for over the top emotions or that L world. If you think you\u2019re falling for your partner then its time to ease back and not see them for a few weeks.<\/p>\n KEEP IT CASUAL<\/strong>. Make a rule you don\u2019t see them anymore than twice a week. After all, that\u2019ll be bordering on a real relationship right? And you don\u2019t want to cross that line.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t expect too much.<\/strong> So he\u2019s not text you back or he\u2019s not able to show up for a date. That\u2019s the nature of casual relationships, you don\u2019t have the right to expect him to be with you at all times or attend to your every whim.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t expect them to be enthralled with the story of your day.<\/strong> Look you have best mates, work mates, parents, housemates – etc, if you have a boring story about work, then don\u2019t expect your casual date to listen to it.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t invite them to meet the parents.\u00a0<\/strong>First up, how are you planning on explaining the nature of this relationship? Secondly,C.A.S.U.A.L – they don\u2019t want to meet your family and friends, sorry!<\/p>\n No I love you\u2019s.<\/strong> Don\u2019t embarrass yourself. I love you will just lead to one place – ghostville. Seriously, unless you\u2019re prepared to never hear from your casual date again, then hold back from the I love you!!<\/p>\n