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Get to know "dating" for "modern gay men"

Updated 24 Sep 2026944 views
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Quick summary: the heart of modern dating

The core of these dating tips is respecting your date and their privacy, especially early on when the relationship is still uncertain. However dating technology changes, mutual respect remains the constant.

The development of communication technology has brought us closer together. Changing from virtual strangers in the world to acquaintances in everyday life is therefore not unusual. Because the world of technology has made us merge together as one

In the past, going to see each other was still difficult. But now the electric train connects people in Bangkok together and the roads are brightly lit. Traveling to meet each other is easier than before. But positioning yourself in an era where you type messages via Text, flirt and then have to meet the real person is difficult. And here's a new version of dating tips. For the gay era 4.0

You shouldn't announce it on the first date

no matter how long you've been together. Single for many decades Or you've been distant from dating for so long that it's becoming more difficult. You shouldn't announce to anyone that this is your date.

Taking your date to meet friends on the first date. This might lead to your friend teasing, teasing, or revealing embarrassing behavior. Including referring to your date with the pronouns "friend's husband" or "friend's wife" that may cause your date to be shocked and dump you faster than you think.

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The first date should not be to announce to the whole social media that you are studying with someone. It's not that it might be repeated to someone else. But it is considered to be respectful to your partner.

The first date should therefore be a matter of two people meeting to get to know each other and not discuss the issue with friends. Because in the end, you are the one who will continue with that person of yours. Don't forget that gay society is bad right now. There might be someone trying to slice your gay couple's cake.

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Close the dating application

Although in this era many gay men may actually get to know each other through gay dating applications. But if you decide to meet up and go on a date with a gay guy you know through an app, it's best to honor him by turning off notifications from those apps. Or you might even delete your account completely out of respect for the other person.

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If you're on a date and the app notification sounds, Looking for a gay partner it rings out. It might make the date end more than you thought. Or if your partner happens to meet you on a gay app. You should not turn on notifications or location on the day of the meeting to build confidence. and increase your chances of continuing your relationship.

However Don't be suspicious that your date will keep using gay dating apps to the point where you find fault with him all the time. Good positioning that is worth looking for And respecting each other will help you win the heart of your partner.

Don't be a narcissist

It's true that gay men often have a lot of self-confidence. This makes many people shy away from their first gay date.

That's because when we're excited More adrenaline will be released. Makes you tend to talk only about yourself Tell about childhood experiences Whether it was the first time you revealed to your family that you were gay. First gay sex experience Including experiences with women that might be funny.

But those things can make you seem overconfident. Instead of talking only about yourself or talk about the advantages Suggest that you and your date do activities together. It could be eating, watching a movie, talking about other things. Something that doesn't come across as overly salesy will help create the impression that the other person is thinking of you. And you can definitely meet up next time.

Don't ask to add friends on social media

It's not like being friends on Facebook or other social media. is prohibited But leaving some space between them on the first date will help him feel more free. Because this is just a first date Whether it will continue is still uncertain.

Asking to add friends or follow up on a date in the early stages of getting to know them can be viewed as rushing to connect your world with theirs too much. Because each person's social media will reflect their attitude. The individuality of that person comes out. Asking to connect with his world This might be something you shouldn't do in the beginning

if you really want to monitor their social media. Try searching for his last name. If the social media account is public You might try whispering and asking. Because although some people may view this matter as personal But on the other hand, there are people who like to reveal a lot. Also

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If after a romantic date goes well Some relationships may be continued quickly by asking to get to know each other better. Preparing the condition of the room or bedroom may be necessary. Because a situation arises, you may have to open the door to let him in sooner than you think.

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Try to prepare yourself for this situation. If your date wants to speed things up, it could turn into a one night stand and you could just be Friend With Benefit between them.

But if you don't think about getting serious or continuing. Don't forget to prepare condoms to prevent infectious diseases. Or if you are a night owl who likes to change partners frequently. It's good to do some research on PrEP. And most importantly, don't forget that Sexually transmitted diseases are not limited to AIDS alone. But there is also syphilis, gonorrhea, etc.

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Be prepared if you attack and turn to defend!

With a larger population of defenders than attackers. causing many people to turn themselves into bots Or have both defensive and offensive behavior in order to be able to open new markets. But if it's not what your heart loves or who you are, you won't be able to secretly act for long. causing many people who say they are proactive Often wanting to pick it up like that

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Another case is Receiving the offensive turn is usually sensitive and gentle, but when the turn is offensive, many times you have to force yourself to be strong. Forcing yourself to be dependent on your partner And in the end, patience will run out and it will be a source of arguments and disagreements.

Whether to be defensive or offensive may not be the main issue that we need to prepare to adapt to. Because love isn't about sex. Gay sex doesn't always have to be penetrative. Living together as a couple is what will make the love last. Moving beyond your gender will make your partner happy.

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Summary

Each person's dating is different. It depends on what situation we are in. But the important thing that should be remembered is Safety must come first. Because nowadays there are many scammers who use gay men's loneliness to meet up. But in the end he ended up stealing until he was completely gone. Therefore, before meeting up with anyone, you must first make sure that you are ready to deal with every situation.

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