Dear Listener, if you’re ready to take the plunge into online dating, chances are you’re wondering, What should I write in my dating profile?  And what is a good online dating photo?

We get into the nitty-gritty of perfecting your online dating profile and photos in this episode, which is the second of our three-part online dating series!

With lots of specific examples sprinkled throughout, we cover:

• Profiles that Pop: Jessica reviews the three things you should include in your dating profile, plus pro tips on how to write effectively so you stand out from the crowd.
• Photo Perfection (and Pitfalls): Josh gives a rundown of what makes a good online dating photo, how to take good pictures (with or without a professional photographer!), and pic pitfalls, including what you should definitely not do in a dating profile picture.
• Honesty Policy: Jessica delves into how honest you should be on dating apps about dealbreakers, flaws, and other sensitive disclosures such as STI status, mental health struggles, neurodivergence, and limited relationship experience.
• Audio or Video?: Should you use audio or video prompts in your online dating profile? Let's explore how these can help you stand out from the crowd and build a deep relationship quickly – but only if it’s done well!

The first episode of this series looked at whether online dating is worthwhile, which apps to choose, how to stay safe when online dating, how to improve matches, and how much time to spend on dating apps.  You can find that episode here: Ep. 14 - Online Dating 101: Choosing the Right Apps and Boosting Matches

And stay tuned for the third and final installment of this series, which will dig into online dating messaging, swiping, filters, and etiquette!

Key Takeaways

00:00 - Intro

01:35 - What should I write in my dating profile?

38:41 - What pictures should I use on my dating profile?

Resources and links

For full show notes with links, visit relationshipcenter.com/podcast

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How to Not Die Alone, by Logan Ury

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