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The internet is packed with helpful hints, tips and how to guides – they’re everywhere!
Everyone is eager to share their nuggets of wisdom, but there's a very fine line between 'nuggets of wisdom' and 'telling people what to do’, especially when it comes to dating someone new.

The best advice? Be yourself of course! However, if you’re looking for something a little more substantial than that, then here are eight things you may want to stop and think about before saying them out loud to your bf/gf...

Because if you say them, well, the term ‘bf/gf’ might be a bit strong! So, think before saying...

My ex was amazing
Well, this one is obvious! In fact, it’s not just your ex. This applies to anyone you’ve ever been in bed with – it’s just rude and makes for a very uncomfortable silence. Don’t go the opposite way either though and insult them – you’ll look equally daft.

How good you were in bed
No one should do this – no one should ever talk about how good they were with someone else to the person they're trying to get with!

Past behaviour doesn't reflect who you are now
People can change, however, if you’re that worried about it they should probably know – saying this is only going to worry someone and chances are they’ll think it’s a lot worse than it actually is.

Lie about your number
If someone asks how many people you have slept with, tell them how many people you have slept with. Being surprised or taken aback is one thing, but if they really can't cope, then find someone who can cope. Unless it's 42,000,000,000, in which case, give them way more time because that's just worrying.

Any reference to size
It’s just good manners, isn't it? Ps. this applies to men and women!
Some people love knowing how many guys a girl has slept with. Some hate it. Some deal well with the fact their current partner is friends with all their exes. Some hate it. There are no rules other than the ones we make ourselves.

Be yourself, love Flirtify x

15:37

The taxi-network firm Uber has launched a new car-pooling system, letting strangers share group ride - and it’s fast being hailed as the latest dating fad.

UberPool allows passengers heading in the same direction to save on the standard taxi fare by jumping in with one another. Yes it might take slightly longer to get where you want to go, but it’s much cheaper and there are some other surprising benefits apparently, like LOVE!

It’s only a matter of weeks since it launched but it’s already been hailed ‘Tinder for passengers’ – well we don’t know about that and if in fact we’d want that label but with numerous strangers connecting in the back it might explain the service’s burgeoning popularity!

One driver who calls himself ‘Uber Cupid’ said, ‘Men and women – they can meet in my taxi and who knows what might happen? Two nights ago, I had  two drop-offs that, in the space of the 20-minute drive, became just one...’

This all sounds very romantic-ish. The concept of a beautiful man or woman arriving, a clean car, you’re chatting and the time flies. Why wouldn’t you continue to get to know one another over a drink? And if that beautiful man or woman happens to not be so great you can always get out - so the possibilities seem very exciting.

Uber have been careful to highlight their ‘safety first’ message. Ahead of the launch, the company set up a safety checklist that pops up when you open the app. It allows you to track your car’s arrival, confirm the driver’s ID, then share your ETA’ with a friend. It even allows them to track your progress on a live map.

Drivers have also had their concerns writing to Uber to request that drivers be allowed to opt out of the service if they’d prefer.

It’s hard to focus on potential issues here, so will you be giving it a go? Either way, it’s definitely better than a night bus.

Staying safe... Kristiana Wrixon, from charity the Suzy LamplughTrust, advises, ‘All ride-sharing apps involve safety concerns. A stranger could potentially learn things about you – where you live, whether you live alone. If you use them, try to buddy up with a friend and tell them when you’re leaving, where you’re going, what time you’ll arrive and ask them to check in with you at the other end.’

Stay safe out there Flirtify x

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14:22

We’ve been reliably informed that today is known as ‘Blue Monday’ – the most depressing day of the year, apparently.

Here at Flirtify, we’re not so sure about that...

We’re firm believers that if you take the time to look, there’s always something to smile about. Luckily for you, you don’t have to spend too long searching – join Flirtify today and get a delightful 20% OFF any of our membership packages when you use 'BLUEMONDAY'

That’s definitely something to get you grinning – who doesn’t enjoy a good discount?!

Join Flirtify today!

... if we’re honest, we don’t like the sound of ‘Blue Monday’... unless it involves swimming in a blue lagoon off the east coast of Australia. So next year we’re taking it upon ourselves to officially change ‘Blue Monday’ to ‘Blooming Good Monday’ – much better!

11:13

It's the beginning of a brand new year, full of new resolutions and possibilities, like the possibility of meeting that someone very special.

What better time to join than now?

January has been dubbed the ‘Online Dating Season’ due to it being the busiest and most successful time of the year and seeing up to a 60% spike in new members – and more members means more choice!

All these new members can create,

Over 50 million messages
15 million new photos
Up to 1 million dates

That’s a lot of love!

Your chances of finding love are at their highest so what are you waiting for, give Flirtify a try today. It’s free to join and browse!

17:00

Like all good things it has its downsides and its moments – the auto correct function is brilliant – but without proper supervision it can take a serious toll on your dating life…

Sharing too much
This auto-correct is possibly the worst thing you could say to a potential date, ever!

When you should have skipped breakfast
Your intentions were good wanting to meet your date for breakfast, but your message couldn’t be more tragic!