Some people are still in the closet about their sexual orientation. It’s a shame, but it’s a fact. Going out to gay bars or other places that same sex people go to may be a cause for anxiety. Perhaps you don’t want anyone to see you and recognize you. Perhaps you want to keep your sexual orientation a secret. Going out in public isn’t a very safe way to keep your identity protected.
Online dating may be the solution for you. There are many sites dedicated to same sex couples. The lines are very discreet and people can chose whether or not to plaster their picture up on the site. But overall, it’s a safe place to do so. If you aren’t gay, you probably won’t be looking on a gay site to find people who aren’t.
Cupid.com is a great place for lesbians to meet. Chemistry.com is a wonderful place for men to meet men. Each of the sites are very discreet and cater to the needs of each individual. Some of the sites allow you to fill out profiles and then they will match you to other people that have the same interests as you. This allows you to browse through matches without the hassle of looking at everyone on the site. Most of these gay sites ask for you to be a verified member. A verified member is a way to tell if the person you are talking to is actually the person you are speaking with. This way there is no deception at the time you meet them in person.
Online dating for gay couples is a great way to stay in the closet and still have a love life. There are numerous gay people who use online dating as a floatation device for their sanity in an unaccepting world.
No matter what your sexual orientation though, there are hundreds of sites to choose from. Zoosk.com is getting more and more popular for making matches and most of its features are free. They also cater to gay and lesbian couples.
Don’t be scared to get out and try it. It’s easy to sign up and you can choose whether or not to receive mail from the sites. This way if someone has access to your e-mail, they won’t find anything incriminating in your inbox. It’s a fun easy way to meet people or even just friends that are going through the same thing you are. You can even make acquaintances on the sites to chat with about your experiences and perhaps get some feedback about your sexual orientation. It’s important to be who you are and dating on one of these sites is the first step for some.