How to online date at 8: Valentine's (TLC video)

TLC Australia, Aug. 2022; Brandon Lopez, Feb. 7, 2019; Ashley Wells (ed.), Wisdom Quarterly

Poor Shauna Rae, 22! She gets asked out, but only by Catholic priests, creepy teachers, pushy cops, and, if she's lucky, online randos.

Woman the size of an 8-year-old explains why creeps hit on her | I Am Shauna Rae

(TLC Australia) NEW JERSEY - Shauna Rae is a 22-year-old stuck in the body (and voice) of an 8-year-old. This leads to many struggles, especially with dating in public and relationships in private. Maybe online dating is the answer? From Season 1, Episode 1. See TLC Australia for more great clips: TLCAustralia. Like TLC Australia on: facebook.com/TLCAU #tlcaustralia #IAmShaunaRae

Now's the time to prepare for Valentine's

Society forces us to worship Cupid on Feb. 14.

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, but you may not have someone to celebrate the holiday with.

If you’re using dating apps like Tinder, Hinge, or Bumble, you may find that it’s difficult to score a [satisfying] date. Let's sit down with the Community and Marketing Manager for Bumble Kelly Saks. She gives us some great tips on how to take our dating profile from drab to fab.

Tip 1: Make profile photo stand out, showing off smile, eyes (without sunglasses), and whole face (without an animal or fairy filter) to make a great first impression. Also, make sure it’s only you in the first photo. While it’s great to include photos with friends, you want your potential matches to know who it is they’ll be swiping right on when they land on your profile.

Tip 2: Keep your highlight reel real. Your pictures are about showing moments from your actual life. If you’re adventurous, show that off by using that photo of you skydiving. If your dog is the center of your world, include a snap of you and the pup.

Ah, only a man can quench my burning desire.

Tip 3: Less is not always more. Leaving your profile blank is a bad idea. It’s your opportunity to show off your amazing sense of humor and let your next potential match have the chance to get to know a little about you. Everyone loves a funny, unique profile. For those looking for a date, asking a question in your profile that someone can answer as their first message to you is always a good idea.

Tip 4: Show yourself off. Give specific examples that show your matches what sets you apart. Lots of people are fun, outgoing, and love to travel. Meh. If you love to cook, what’s your favorite dish to make? What’s your favorite spot to dance on a Saturday night?

Tip 5: Ask a trusted BFF for advice. Sometimes we can be our own worst critics. Asking a friend can help you see things you might have missed. Ask them how they might describe you or the things about you that stand out the most. Even have them look at your camera roll or social media pages and have them pick out some great photos.

While the listed changes are small, they could make the biggest impact. Happy swiping or swinging or whatever you're into! More + VIDEO: How to spruce up your online dating profile in time for Valentine’s Day 2023 – NBC 6 South Florida (nbcmiami.com)