Pat's Dating and Meeting Tips for Singles: Tips of the Week

Listen at least as much as you talk. Pacing yourself is particularly important if you have a gift of gab or feel a need to fill every gap in the conversation.

Saying 'no' to the offer of a date is much harder for some singles than saying 'yes.' However, remember it is more cruel to keep someone hoping than it is to say 'no' from the beginning.