Is it normal to be afraid every potential hook-up could murder you?

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I've never "dated" as such (Only ever been in relationships before) and have started experimenting to see what dating's like. More specifically, online dating.

I don't know any of the people who I talk to online - and vice versa - and I feel like there are some special safety rules I need to follow if I want to meet any of them IRL but am not aware of.

Rationally, that is very unlikely, but still....
Strangely enough, I'm not nearly as worried about fake profile pictures/other info as I am about my own safety.

I live with my mum at the moment and I haven't talked to her about the possibility of actually hooking up with guys (We're quite candid with each other, but I don't think I'd feel comfortable saying "Mum, I'm just off out [to get some with some random person I met online]".

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  • dappled
    11 years ago

    You're much more likely to be murdered or raped by someone you already now, and perhaps trust. Horrible truth, but truth all the same.

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  • NotStrangeBird
    11 years ago

    My chainsaw is all sharpened & gassed up. Want to get some coffee?

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  • mightymouse
    11 years ago

    I'm a guy and I have the same worries. Perfectly normal.

    Precaution: Meet in a very public place. Come with a friend who can leave after a minute or two once you are comfortable... OR have the friend sitting at another table, and they can phone you or come up and act surprised if the date is going badly...

    Only be alone with them if you are as comfortable with them as you would a guy you met at a party / bar... otherwise stick to public dates like Cinemas or Restaurants etc.

    And carry pepper spray. :)

    Stay safe, and good luck!

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  • adolfluv69
    11 years ago

    YESH. is purfectly normal. My friend Günther from germanie(Baden-Württemberg for life!!!) is a scam. he did. does. do in jail now. be careful little girl. do not come across Günther or any Günthers ALL BAD. beware 2 his other is Garrison. Okay need to go. Stay safe.

    -Adolf K. xx

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