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Social Networking is Creating a Better Version of the World-Please ReTweet
August 31, 2010 · Leave a Comment
Trust is the foundation upon which all quality relationships are built and can be developed through online social networking just like it can offline. This article “It Takes a Social Network”, is interesting not only from a safety standpoint; as it discusses the need for stricter privacy controls, but because of its positive look at developing relationships through social networking. Obviously meeting people online is here to stay and in our 2.0 world it fulfills our basic need to feel connected. “From trust comes empathy, and the simple act of empathizing creates a slightly better version of the world.” How does a computer help develop empathy? Read full article at Boston.com to... [Read the full story]
Safer in the City
When You Are Open Things Happen
August 24, 2010 · Leave a Comment
By Jessica Walker I’ve been practicing Feng Shui in my home, office and yard for a couple years now and swear by it. The overall peaceful feeling you get from decluttering and putting everything in the right place is indescribable. I really notice it when friends and family stop by my home or stay for an overnight visit. They say how at ease they feel and confess what a good night sleep they had. I live in a small house so decluttering my life was simple; the lack of space forced me to make decisions about what to keep, donate or trash. Once your space is organized, you can focus on highlighting certain areas that you want to draw energy towards. Feng Shui helps with just about... [Read the full story]
Dating Tips
The Evolution of Safer Dating
July 20, 2010 · Leave a Comment
It started with the mixers and the parties, then came the clubs and the bars, and now we see singles meeting online through dating and social networking sites. Regardless of where you meet new people, you should always consider your safety first. Some argue that worrying so much about safety puts a damper on the whole dating experience. Untrue. Think about it, we do some of the following personal safety precautions every day, almost instinctually: • Putting on a seat belt in the car • Looking both ways before crossing the street • Applying sunscreen when sunbathing • Learning CPR • Wearing a life vest while boating These are great examples of accepted... [Read the full story]
Date Ideas
Explore Your Way Through a First Date
February 9, 2010 · Leave a Comment
By Jessica Walker If you’re still thinking about what to do for Valentine’s Day than maybe I can help. How about planning a casual afternoon of exploration in your home town. Acting like a tourist on a date is a great way to break the ice, check out places you’ve always wanted to see while offering a memorable experience. The typical dinner and a movie setting on a first or second date can be a bit intimidating and awkward. This time around try taking the pressure off and enjoy an adventure through an unknown part of town. There are a lot of alternatives to dinner and a movie, such as museums and aquariums or for our members that live in the Tampa Bay area try heading over to the Manatee... [Read the full story]
Safety Tips
Online Romance Scam Targets Women and Makes US Soldiers Look Bad in the Process
August 6, 2010 · Leave a Comment
We spotted this online dating safety tip in the news this morning and wanted to share it with our readers. Help promote safer online dating and share this information with people you know who enjoy the many benefits of online dating. Safer Dates believes awareness is always your best defense. EL PASO – An online scam is taking aim at “lonely women” and making U.S. soldiers look bad in the process. The U.S. Army says the scammers use the pictures and names of soldiers serving overseas on dating websites and start relationships with women. The scammers then explain in order to continue the online relationship, because they say they are serving overseas, they need money for “special... [Read the full story]
InvestiDATE
InvestiDATE Background Checks
February 18, 2010 · Leave a Comment
Welcome to InvestiDATE a new Safer Dates feature that continues to build on our philosophy of empowering individuals to take control of their own safety.Only $19.95 Now more then ever people want to take matters into their own hands and Safer Dates has the tools to help. InvestiDATE can be used by anyone; you do not have to be a member or a single person. For just $19.95, InvestiDATE gives you the opportunity to put an individual of your choice through our Level 1 Verification screening. This individual will be screened through national databases for the following: • Marriage Records • Sex Offender Status • Felonies • Misdemeanors All you need is their full name (first and last)... [Read the full story]
Safer in the City
When You Are Open Things Happen
By Jessica Walker I’ve been practicing Feng Shui in my home, office and yard for a couple years now and swear by it. The overall peaceful feeling you get from decluttering and putting everything in the right place is indescribable. I really notice it when friends and family stop by my home or stay for an...
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The Expendables
By Safer in the City Columnist Jessica Walker I am a HUGE action hero fan, so you can guess I was super stoked to hear about the movie The Expendables that hit theaters this weekend. I grew up watching Sylvester Stallone in Rambo and Rocky, Arnold in The Terminator and Conan the Barbarian – which I am totally...
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Let the Universe Rush In
By Jessica Walker I was very fortunate last week to be invited to an early preview of the movie Eat, Pray, Love: One Woman’s Search for Everything Across Italy, India and Indonesia starring Julia Roberts due out August 13th. I will refrain from spewing the details but I do have to say… FINALLY A GREAT...
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Safety Tips
Online Romance Scam Targets Women and Makes US Soldiers Look Bad in the Process
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Online Dating
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