A Million Fish In The Seven Seas

Everyone has heard the line, “There are a million more fish in the sea.” It’s a popular English idiom we tell people to look on the bright side – that there are still plenty of romantic interests after a breakup. However, most people don’t realize that there are seven seas for a million fish.

After a breakup, people start dating only in their local areas. It’s what limits them from finding more potential partners in life. Although international dating can indeed be scary, there are plenty of ways to stay safe and secure.

International dating is an adventure to find the best fish in the sea. You have a destination and a quest to find true love. But hold your horses; there are a few things about international dating you should know before embarking on your journey.

Pros and Cons

Dating, online or offline, has pros and cons that every first-timer should know. However, dating foreign people has its own separate list of pros and cons. Don’t worry — I’ve got you covered.

Pros:

• The journey will be worth it.

The best advantage that international dating can offer is the variety of partners. With so many people wanting to find a partner, it’s all a matter of matchmaking. Once you find someone with mutual interests, your love story begins.

• You will meet more people.

Speaking of stories, the more stories you hear from around the world, the more learned you become. Broaden your horizons as you learn more about different cultures with every person you encounter.

• Traveling the world.

Seeing different parts of the globe and experiencing whole new worlds is a fantasy for most people. Why not make it a reality?

Cons:

• Time… travel?

Aside from the fact that you will be traveling, you will also have to deal with time zones and jet lag. Some days will leave you feeling groggy from motion sickness while forgetting that it’s already Tuesday. (Made you check the calendar lmao.)

• Scams. Everywhere

Beware, beware, date with care. There will be plenty of people looking to make a few easy bucks by luring you in with promises of love. Although there are a few ways to avoid scams, that story is for another blog.

Best Tip When Dating Foreigners

The best advice I can tell you for international dating? Don’t take too long to meet each other face to face for the first time. This doesn’t mean you should rush. It’s just better to see the person, well, in person.

Most of the time, all you can see about the person you’re dating are photos and words on a screen. It’s bound to leave your relationship quite fragile and undefined.

Again, don’t rush. Be patient and understanding, but make your intentions known. Once you’re ready, plan your trip and meet each other.

Start Packing

One of the best parts about international dating is the fact that you can start at any time. You could be sleeping cozily in your bed tonight and plan a trip tomorrow. There is a whole world out there with a million fish in the seven seas.

It’s all up to you to pack your bags and start your journey. Just make sure to avoid the phishes. They stink.

This story was originally published on Medium: A Million Fish In The Seven Seas