First Impressions Count

You have probably heard it hundreds of times before, but first impressions really do count. Here are some ways to make a good first impression online and in person. Online Your profile If someone only spends 30 seconds looking at your dating profile, then they will probably only see your Main Photo and a few… Continue reading First Impressions Count

LGBTQ Dating in the Countryside

According to the Office of National Statistics, just two percent of people identified as lesbian, gay, or bisexual (LGB) in 2016. Statistics for the number of transgender people are hard to come by and are notoriously inaccurate, but estimates by the Home Office suggest that between 300,000 and 500,000 people are transgender. The Office of National… Continue reading LGBTQ Dating in the Countryside

Dating With Anxiety

Figures from Anxiety UK say that ‘more than 1 in 10 people are likely to have a ‘disabling anxiety disorder’ at some stage in their life’. As well as affecting your life as a whole, having an anxiety disorder can affect how your search for a romantic partner.

Good Sense of Humour

When asked “what are you looking for in a romantic partner?”, one of the most common answers is “a good sense of humour”. It was even one of the most  popular acronyms used in newspaper based dating adverts. However, humour is a subjective thing, so you need to show people what makes you laugh and… Continue reading Good Sense of Humour

Post Breakup Dating

If you have joined Muddy Matches following a breakup, we have tips to help you to navigate the world of online dating. Take the time to come to terms with it Breakups are upsetting and it is necessary to take time to come to terms with what has happened. If you can’t even talk about… Continue reading Post Breakup Dating

Hot Weather Date Outfits

The sunny weather shows no sign of abating, so it is time to think about what to wear on a date without overheating, or looking like you have just come from the beach. All of this advice is just a general guideline and what you wear will depend on what you are doing and, of… Continue reading Hot Weather Date Outfits

Measuring Compatibility

At Muddy Matches, we do not pair people up like a traditional dating website. We prefer to encourage our members to search freely on their own. However, if you are keen to be able to measure your potential compatibility before you get in contact with someone, then these ideas may be of help to you.… Continue reading Measuring Compatibility

First Date Conversation

When you go on a first date with your new Muddy Match, you will hopefully enjoy getting to know them by asking them lots of questions and listening to what they say. However, it isn’t always easy to think about what to say when you are both nervous. Here’s a guide as what to talk… Continue reading First Date Conversation