Dating and relationships after divorce - advice?

[SettingSails]

I am thinking about dating again. Separated from DH 20 months, divorce dragging on. He left after I discovered EA and he wasn’t willing to give her up. It took me a long time to pick myself up (had some counselling too) but, lately, I’ve been wondering what it would be like to be in a new relationship. I feel stronger and happier in my own skin. Not sure whether I’m completely over it. I haven’t been with anybody since dh and never ‘dated’ before. I am 35, no children. I would love a family of my own.

I don’t think I’ll be meeting anyone naturally so I might have to try online dating. It scares me a little.

What sites/apps did you use?

Did you start casually or did you make it clear in your profile that you want a relationship/children/marriage?

I’m not thin (5’7; 16-18 but losing weight slowly). Do I say this? Or do I just put a full body picture?

How did you find the whole process?

Would love if someone could chat to me.

A bit further down you’ll find the dating thread - Dating thread 127 - if you’re thinking of dipping your toe in the world of OLD you need to get clued up! And acquire a thick skin. That’s the place to swot up.. those ladies will see you right..

Congrats on getting back on your feet enjoy this new phase!

Have a look at the dating thread, you will get loads of good advice in there. You need a thick skin and a sense of humour when using OLD. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain so go for it!!

Thank you - I’m a bit scared by the confidence on the OLD threat

Don't be scared, they are a nice bunch and will give you loads of pointers. I only use tinder so big profiles aren't really needed, I do say I'm not looking for casual or hookups. Tinder is so easy to use and the beauty of it is only the men who you like can message you.