“The term community has two distinct commutative meanings: 1) Community usually refers to a social unit larger than a small village that shares common values. In a seminal 1986 study, McMillan and Chavis identify four elements of "sense of community": 1) membership, 2) influence, 3) integration and fulfillment of needs, and 4) shared emotional connection.” – Wikipedia.org
You are a part of several communities whether you know it or not. One of the communities you’re a part of is the singles community. And trust me, that’s no small community! As of 2012, there were approximately 54 million single people in the US [1]. In fact, 87% of people think online dating is a good way to find a partner [2]. In the past, society has frowned upon the choice to remain single and singles have always felt pressured to find ‘the one’ and settle down. Those times are changing! Our goal at HowAboutADate.com is to empower singles and enrich the singles community by providing opportunities for singles to gather, date, and befriend each other.
More people are finding ways to stay happy while single and that lifestyle is beginning to be accepted by society. Being single isn’t a negative thing, it just means you're not going to settle, and/or be stuck with "Mr/Ms Wrong". The online dating community has experienced enormous growth over the past few years because of the ease and availability provided by dating websites. These websites have helped improve and enrich the singles community, allowing for singles to connect with each other on a variety of different levels.
I encourage you to get involved in the singles community. Go participate in some singles events, meet some new friends, and maybe even flirt a little. Ignore the pressures from society that you need to commit to a relationship just for a ‘status’. Learn how to be happy single and start enjoying life today.
Over the past few months we've provided an array of material that helps empower singles to stand out and be noticed. Now get out there and take action!
Over the past few months we've provided an array of material that helps empower singles to stand out and be noticed. Now get out there and take action!
Be sure to check our Sarah’s blog post about the SF singles community as well!
[1] & [2]: General Online Dating Stats
Do what you love... and love will find you
[1] & [2]: General Online Dating Stats
Arthur G. Bahr
Social Instigator for...