At what point does a meeting with a new person become a relationship? The first meeting, second, the third?
475535
You cannot define that in terms of time, there is a minimum amount of time that you should wait before considering it a relationship, 3 dates and by that I mean at least a 4 hour period of time with each other each date, but just because you do the minimum, does not make it a relationship, it just means you took the chance to develop the foundation for one.  Some couples know each other for years before developing a relationship, to confine it to time is a mistake.  I advise against making the mistake of believing in love at first sight.  I term that lust at first sight, ya it can work, but most of the time and I am talking about 98% type most of the time, it does not.  Make each other jump through the hoops that you normally would, no matter how much the first attraction is and define the time that the relationship starts after the 3 dates and when there is a mutual attraction.\n\nJohn B.
369627
I think it's a very natural transition...you'll start having conversations about what she is looking for in a relationship, what you are looking for and if you both meet each others' standards for that.  If you do, then the next questions will be if she is interested in having a one on one relationship with you or interested in taking things to the next level.
371956
two people can feel they are right for each other when they first meet, definately. i had it happen to me, five months ago. we were together for a couple of weeks and then i had to go back home... its been 4 months and i still havent even thought of having a relationship with anyone else. we talk every day, the feeling Is still the same. so the point is, it can last, for sure! :)
222523
Since it's your FIRST date..... how about you just try to get to know each other before you take a "first step"\n\nEveryone is always in a hurry to zip around the bases..... they seldom really care who the other person REALLY is before they start "stepping".\n\nFinding out if this person is REALLY the person you want to "run the bases" with. It's a much better way to start a relationship.\n\nLasting relationships require communication and compatability..... \n\nPressuring or convincing someone into the "first step" is childish and serves no purpose except physical gratification.\n\nBut if you are the type that is concerned with physical gratification, more than emotional.... then follow the advice of these other people who will give you all kinds of wonderful ideas :(
532091
well, find out if you and the new person have anything in common.  the guy I am currently wishing will develop into something more, met at a bingo game...we started out talking about how lousy the bingo numbers were...now, we talk about all sorts of stuff.  try looking at places to meet people that meet your interests.  if you like Karate...try several karate studios...if you like dogs...try dog parks...if you are religious...try church...or other place of worship.
1049375
You may be a little to young to date yet.  You might want to concentrate on meeting with friends.  Let this person know where you and your friends are going to be at a specific time, let this person know that you would welcome them to join in with the group.  And just let things move along at a slow pace.
1078140
I'd say you need to meet no matter what. Obviously you two have feelings for each other, and personally, I don't think that she is too young for you, but if you do, you at least need to become friends with her.\n\nLet things go the way they go. If you end up going out with her, let it happen, but keep in mind that you have a girlfriend now. Only dump her if you feel that you have a stronger bond between you and this new girl than the bond between you and your girlfriend.\n\nGood Luck!
284396
When you say contact are you meaning physical contact or the actual act of being in each other's company? Because they are both crucial to offering you an answer. If it is physical, then you have to take your cue from the person you are dating. If the two of you are ready for more than casual contact go for it,if it is invited and wanted. If you push too far too fast you could scare the other person off. But,if you feel that ya'll are ready for this step then go ahead. \n\nIf you mean contact as relative to the actual time that you are spending together, then only the two of you can answer that. I do know from experience that too much too fast can sometimes burn out the natural chemistry between two people. But, hey, you know better that I do. So, you just have to decide for yourself in the end anyway, no one can determine that for you.
1154970
First meet should be in a religious place like Church.Second in a park or garden.Third at movie.Fourth at restaurant or club .Fifth at Pub............................Rest ask after fifth meeting
523184
Are you more concerned that SHE will think it's too fast and get scared or is it YOU that doesn't want her to think you're that into her just yet? If YOU are the one not ready to give her that impression, I wouldn't invite her to the concert. But, if you don't care then I don't think that a 3rd date is too soon to meet your friends. Besides, it's a concert with thousands of other people around, not a small dinner party where she might feel uncomfortable being the "new girl".
569446
Have you decided to meet her in person? It's better two people actually see each other and interact. Why not spend some time there with her, develop a further relationship?
245371
No, if you have only dated for 1 month, you havent begun to really know each other.Take your time to see if you have the same interest and to let your feelings for each other develope or not develope.The relationship is still new. wait awhile and see if you still feel the same.
1017324
I don't think there is a certain "time limit" it is more like how well you know the person.. if you like them two seconds afer you meet them... what makes you think you will two years from now...(speaking for long term relationships) Get to know the person and have a group date see how well they react to that before going with them alone.
691798
I'm having the same problem myself. The way I decided to solve my problem, was to be great friends, but casual daters. If you value your relationship (as friends and lovers) talk about it...over chinese food or pizza or something. Really talk about if you think the relationship will last more than a month and what would really change once you 'officially' started dating. would there really be a difference in how you act around each other other than physically (i.e. hand-holding, kissing, etc.)?
264292
Sometimes, you meet somone with the pretext of being in a relationship and not friends.  If it clicks, it progresses.  On the other hand, if you make a friend, it will definitely take too long.
47228
no!\nbut keep it slow and simple.\n\nhow else do you think people end up in a relationship
65326
I guess the best thing to do to meet somebody is to stop looking. Honestly! It seems that when you are least expecting it, that is when good things happen. I agree... on the internet is not the beat place to meet somebody. It seems that all of a sudden everybody on here becomes somebody else. Actually, I don't have much good advice for you... I bet my other 1/2 at a bar. And we are doing great and have been together ever since. So there is no wrong or right place to meet somebody. Whether you meet somebody or not is up to you, if you see somebody that catches your eye then say hello and try to start a conversation. Just pray and wait it out and when you least expect it you will meet somebody. I can tell you like my grandma used to  say,"go to church to meet somebody!"