If you find yourself on the market in your 40s, you know how daunting it can feel. Long gone are the days of countless single friends, countless single bars, and endless time on your hands. And besides, you may feel a bit rusty—even nervous!—as you jump back into the game after a long absence.
But listen up: Don’t worry, brother! Looking for love in your fifth decade isn’t nearly as difficult as you may imagine. Just follow these tips right here. And before your jump back in, remember that, no matter her age, there are exactly 17 Things You Should Never Say to a Woman.
So you’ve been out of the game for a few years? Let me get you up to speed. Today, we’re all a lot more searchable and socially connected, so, just as you’d leave a “positive paper trail” for potential employers who Google you, you need to do the same for your love life.