If you can work on your assertiveness and confidence, you will find a relationship with someone who respects you. A man who genuinely wants to spend time getting to know you will put in the effort.6. OK, this isn't a concrete rule, but the point is that you should not accept a date on Wednesday or Thursday for that weekend.

Do you find yourself getting frustrated by your man to no end? It starts off perfectly, just like they say it would in fairytales.

I realized that it had very little to do with the men, but more to do with how the women approached dating.

They were too emotionally entrenched in the experience and could not see how they were creating some of the dynamics. You will probably see a difference in how people interact with you.2.

Dating can seem daunting sometimes, but if you get the little things right you could find yourself enjoying your date far more than you thought possible.

Our Dating Advice for Women section is packed with the answers to all those questions you’ve been dying to ask.

From choosing the right venues, to making sure you’re friends know who you’re meeting with, our Dating Safety Tips advice can help you start dating with confidence. Trying to work out what’s going on in his mind can be tricky.

"I don't want the takeaway to be, pick the next guy off of and marry him.

Or do you worry your man isn’t into you the way he once was? It’s all bliss and romance for a good year or two, and then, things just start to change.

And yet, somehow, most men and women just don’t seem happy when they come together to create the romance.

I myself was a victim of this until I recognized my part in this process and then I began dating and eventually married a man who treats me the way I deserve. Let go of the self defeating thoughts holding you back.

I have identified the following rules to change the approach:1. How fun is it to hang out with someone who only puts themselves down?