Johnny M Posted February 2, 2010 Posted February 2, 2010 And no, I'm not talking about hookers. It seems that if you have psychological problems, there's an entire psychiatric profession that you can turn to. If you have problems finding a job, there are all sorts of programs geared towards helping job seekers improve their skills and qualifications. But if you have problems connecting with members of the opposite sex - you've got what? Online dating sites? Yet for many people, relationship problems are just as debilitating as psychological disorders and financial troubles. People who sucks at dating is likely to lead a miserable existence filled with frustration and grief. They are likely to be less productive at work, never reach their full potential, make less money, pay less taxes and generally contribute less to society. So what do you guys think? Would it be in our society's collective best interest to have some kind of a professionally run 'national matchmaking service'? Would that even be possible?
Satisfaction Posted February 2, 2010 Posted February 2, 2010 Why not? I think you will find they are there already though. In some form.
Author Johnny M Posted February 2, 2010 Author Posted February 2, 2010 (edited) I think you will find they are there already though. In some form. Like what for example? Edited February 2, 2010 by Johnny M
OpenGL Posted February 2, 2010 Posted February 2, 2010 Nice idea in theory but psychologist can't make you more physically appealing to women, which is the reason most women dismiss potential suitors. So basically this service would be useless to men.
alphamale Posted February 2, 2010 Posted February 2, 2010 So what do you guys think? Would it be in our society's collective best interest to have some kind of a professionally run 'national matchmaking service'? Would that even be possible? yes its called e-Scam-Your-Money and they have 29 dimensions of compatibility
counterman Posted February 2, 2010 Posted February 2, 2010 Maybe give it a try and see how it goes. But, if I ever need advice on dating, I'll just ask alphamale here
Sith Apprentice Posted February 2, 2010 Posted February 2, 2010 There's a service called It's Just Lunch that matches professionals. I went to them, but they wanted like a 1,000 bucks for 6 dates. I think the money would be better spent on a few "It's Just Sex" dates instead.
paddington bear Posted February 2, 2010 Posted February 2, 2010 One of the reasons I'm going to therapy is because I suck at dating...it's not just for when you are suffering from mental problems. Saying that you are lonely, that lack of dates is effecting your self-esteem and all other aspects of your life is enough reason to seek out some help and what will happen is that your therapist should focus on what you can change in yourself. You'll be surprised at how many ingrained attitudes are in your head that don't help, and will be given a different point of view that maybe what way you've always thought or always acted is detrimental to yourself and your love life.
Twenty-ten Posted February 2, 2010 Posted February 2, 2010 Sure, there are dating coaches people could go to. Or there is also therapy if you really can't find a mate or have never had a long term relationship.
meerkat stew Posted February 2, 2010 Posted February 2, 2010 I went to them, but they wanted like a 1,000 bucks for 6 dates. I think the money would be better spent on a few "It's Just Sex" dates instead. Damn that's 50 lap dances, 2.5 hours in the champagne lounge, or one of the best hookers in Vegas for 30 minutes! Opportunity cost is a beyotch.
Satisfaction Posted February 2, 2010 Posted February 2, 2010 Like what for example? over here, UK, we have government funding for charities who provide relationship counseling. In that indirect way I think they are providing that service. Only place i can think of at the moment is Relate which is pretty much nationwide.
D-Jam Posted February 2, 2010 Posted February 2, 2010 Matchmakers I'm "eh" on based on all the feedback I've read from colleagues who tried them. I remember especially the guy who tried the lunch thing and specifically said he did not want to date overweight women...but they kept sending him on dates with overweight women. I told him the problem is they're matching you up with what they have...so if hot women aren't joining, then it's a waste of time for him. DATING COACH...that's the suggestion I keep tossing out there. I know a few whom I've told this to have scoffed or wished there was a free service, but if they can shake you out of being rejected constantly and put you in the mode where the opposite sex is after you, then it's worth the money.
OpenGL Posted February 3, 2010 Posted February 3, 2010 DATING COACH...that's the suggestion I keep tossing out there. I know a few whom I've told this to have scoffed or wished there was a free service, but if they can shake you out of being rejected constantly and put you in the mode where the opposite sex is after you, then it's worth the money. How would a dating coach make me more physically attractive? That's what most women disqualify men on.
Mr White Posted February 3, 2010 Posted February 3, 2010 Good idea, but I think that the first step in that direction are still the hookers. A hooker/psychologist would be ideal, but it's okay to see different professionals for different things..
skydiveaddict Posted February 3, 2010 Posted February 3, 2010 Become a jerk its the onloy way to get sex quite true
Author Johnny M Posted February 3, 2010 Author Posted February 3, 2010 I'm a virgin at 37 cause I cant Can't become a jerk? It's quite easy
Author Johnny M Posted February 3, 2010 Author Posted February 3, 2010 I'm a virgin at 37 cause I cant Can't become a jerk? It's not that complicated
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