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In fact, I want to show you how to easily meet your date or mate in your own town. I only used 'state' because I wanted to sound poetic.

But why should you try to get your mate close to you? The reason is obvious: to avoid all the problems associated with long distance relationships.

See the two ways to meet a date close to you. The first is offline while the second is online.

1. OFFLINE: The normal way to get mates close to you is by direct encounters in your area. The advantage is that you will not need any data or even battery on your device. After all, you can still collect his/her number with a pen and paper. But the disadvantage is that many people find this option scary which may make the second option worth trying. So let's go there.

2. ONLINE: We now have a few services that help you find dates near you. Just look for any of them. The one I recommend is TYM Direct Dating section. It is free, and you don't need to sign up in order to post. But, to exchange PMs you must sign up. Just post your details and choose from those showing interest. It is arranged according to the 36 states and FCT but I advise you to mention your town within the state in order to attract more of people from your area.

There is also Shuga app that tries to use Google Map to connect you to other members nearby. But, most of the time, it is not exact and it does not give room for open discussion which fraudsters can capitalise on.

If you know any other way, please share it to help people escape loneliness.

In addition to meeting people, be at reasonable events and gatherings. The places you go determines the kind of people you meet.
Go for conferences, shows, networking events, gym, movies and anything that interest you in a reasonable area.

KristaPretty:
In addition to meeting people, be at reasonable events and gatherings. The places you go determines the kind of people you meet.
Go for conferences, shows, networking events, gym, movies and anything that interest you in a reasonable area.

Yes, you made sense by expanding on the offline option (in the OP's voice). But many people are shy although many find it hard to admit it. For me, there is nothing wrong with being shy. So, I think the online options will help shy people especially.