How do you meet people...

[Ephemera]

Thought I'd make a quick post to see how you meet people...

Do you usually date people you meet through school or work?

Through friends, family?

Meet at social places, such as bars, clubs?

Please share, I'd like to know.

[Rouge]

Generally people I know through friends. If my friends know them well, and think it's a good idea (they generally have more knowledge of a new person than I do) it's a major help to me. If they warn me against it, it makes me question it and analyze them more deeply, as my friends are very honest and are open.

I really don't trust my family in the same way as they're famous for trying to set me up, and as far as bars and things go, I'm VERY cautious.

[LiL_TrUbLe]

It works out better when meeting people through friends. Sometimes meeting people from work or school is ok but can be hared if it does no work out you still have to work or go to school with them so that might not be a good idea.

When it comes to bars or clubs I just make friends, it is not the same as when a friend takes a friend of theirs to meet you.

Yep family has a habit of setting each other up with bad people so I don’t trust them either.

So the best way is through friends.

[leeishere]

I would say the best way is to meet friends of friends. Having a common friend means that you will probably share at least some similarities with your potential partner. Plus, as the poster above mentions, your friend can fill you in on some of the details. In effect your common friend acts as a 'filter' on bad matches without having to date them for a month or so to really find out.

I would say that next best would be clubs (the activities kind, not the drinking kind!). Look for some near you that are likely to appeal to the age group and sex you are interested in meeting. Of course, an activity that appeals to you is best, but even one that doesn't is worth a go, as it might grow on you... especially if the right people are there. In the last few years a lot of both-sex sport activity clubs have opened up near me, with mostly singles attending. They provide a low-pressure way of meeting people face to face, and even if you don't find someone to date you will probably make some friends!

Personally I have had bad experiances with meeting people at work, as it can interfere with your job - which is not a great thing in the current environment.

My family, though I love them, has no idea what I like and mixes in different circles so that is a no-go for me.

Internet dating is a real shot in the dark, there are nice people out there but you will have tons of no-shows, profile liars and an occasional weirdo to deal with as well.

As for watering holes, and (dance) clubs, they are fine if you want a one night stand... but for something longer term, best judgments are not often made whilst drunk.

That is not to say that any method is right or wrong. I have friends in long term relationships from all of the above scenarios, and my current partner (of about a year now) I met in a Pub (although she was a friend of a friend). The key is to just get out there and meet people, and the right one will turn up eventually!

[EvilEvilKitten]

During your social activities, hobbies, outings, or whatever you do when you're not working/school - say hello. It is very easy to meet people.

They're everywhere!!!