Hi Singles, I'm still on my weight loss journey. I would like to lose another 15 pounds. I wasn't sure when I started this journey what the end weight would be. Just lnew I had to get healthy, get off my b/p meds, stay away from diabtetes, etc. I feel more confident after losing 55 pounds, but I still can't imagine going on a dating site and putting myself out there. I've been on dating sites before, here and there, theres positive things that happen, weird things (scammers) and it takes a lot of energy. Of course, like most people I would rather meet someone "organically." Is there anyone out there that has any advice or words of wisdom that is experiencing dating in the mid 60s?

If you are worried about romance scammers on sites, maybe consider going to a matchmaker, they help people build confidence, and they can help with other concerns like if you are unsure how to approach an interest or if you are worried about keeping a conversation going on a date, they also help you meet people and figure out what you really want in a relationship.

Another way to meet people would be if you have any hobbies or something you would like to learn about, then take a class, or join a community center. Where I live our community college has a program for people ages 55+ they get together and go on trips, study, and practice things like winemaking, painting, gardening, geology, etc. That would be a great way to meet someone in my opinion. Honestly, I wish they had something like that for my age group.

Hi, thanks for the advice. And of course I have thought of that and belong to many different groups. The problem is I’m physically limited as to what I can do. I used to hike a lot, very good wsy yo meet men, can’t do that anymore. Some groups I can still do, like bookclub is all female. I used to sail a lot, but can’t do that right now until I get my shoulder fixed

I do get to the dog park everyday! Even gentle yoga I belong to is all female. I used to live at the gym, but again I’m so limited on what I can do, mentally I’m better off exercising at home and walking my dog.