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Sometimes I think people are happiest about not having to date anymore because they don't feel as hyper critical about their bodies. Dating could be fun, but often it's just a pile of stress. Remove one obstacle from the problem: your body image. Here's an article to help you date in the body you have:

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art10066.asp

Good luck, ladies.

dating or for that matter any interaction when we are supposed to create an impression causes stress. Sales presentation, intervies all cause stress.

I remember when i first was intermit with my girlfriend she undressed totally under the covers i walked in the room with my clothe all in front of me, talk about body image, after we got usto ourselfs we had a good laugh, the embarrassment was gone we loved each other as we were,;o)

Thanks for posting, Rosie! I see you're becoming more comfortable with our new forum - good for you :-)

Definitely, the more we get used to ourselves, the easier it is to accept our bodies. It's getting over the initial stages that's the hardest part, I think.

That's partly why being best friends with your partner is so important! Do you think it's important to be best friends first, or does it develop over time?

Numerous studies have shown that, in a nutshell, friendships that develop into romantic relationships are more longlasting.

this is so true, even if you're excited, you can feel stressed.