POST 9/11 QUEST FOR COMPANIONSHIP CONTINUES" Worlds Largest Dating Service Notes Singles are Yearning for Relationships

The Right One and Together Dating Service, the worlds largest dating services with over 80 offices throughout the United States, are experiencing a continuing rise in memberships since 9/11, mirroring a national shift in personal priorities.

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POST 9/11 QUEST FOR COMPANIONSHIP CONTINUES"
Worlds Largest Dating Service Notes Singles are Yearning for Relationships

DATELINE: HINGHAM MA, AUGUST 8, 2002...Comfort foods and comfort clothes are in," maternity rooms are braced for an onslaught of births, and a majority of singles are more likely than ever to want to spend the evening at home as the post 9/11 trend toward cocooning persists, almost a year later. The Right One and Together Dating Service, the worlds largest dating services with over 80 offices throughout the United States, are experiencing a continuing rise in memberships since 9/11, mirroring a national shift in personal priorities.

As warnings of future terrorist threats persist and economic uncertainties grow, old-fashioned love and commitment no longer seem outdated. Not wanting to be alone in the face of continuing uncertainty, the yearning for a stable relationship has prompted many singles to take an active role in seeking a partner. Perhaps the sliver lining of this tragedy is that Americans are re-evaluating their priorities and the things that really matter to them.

People are recognizing that they need the more basic elements and comforts of human life--family, relationships and marriage," states Paul Falzone, CEO of the worlds largest dating service, The Right One and Together Dating Service.

More and more singles are seeking a serious relationship and not just a superficial fling," said Falzone. Many new members that have joined our introduction service have noted that their immediate goals have changed since 9/11. Relationships have become a first priority, and joining a personal introduction service is a very practical and successful step towards meeting someone compatible and forming a relationship."
      
Who will hold my hand?
According to Falzone, people that were always too busy with career or other activities in life have decided that they are ready for a relationship now. They are less critical toward their date and more tolerant and accepting of people. Individuals seem to be looking beyond superficialities and deeper into a potential mates character and ideals.

As a New York Metro writer recently noted, The sky could fall -- it already has once. Who will hold my hand?"

In times of crisis, people dont want to go it alone. Its comforting to have someone by your side," noted Falzone.

Blueprint for Finding Love
Simply getting out there" has a lot to do with meeting people. Keep busy. Life must go on. Join a club or activity that interests you; get out and enjoy yourself. You can meet someone when you least expect it-at the supermarket, tollbooth, and library, just about anyplace. According to Falzone, one of the worst things to do is seem like youre looking.

Some tips to remember:

·   The worst thing you can do is to seem like youre looking for a relationship. Go easy on the personal questions. People dont like to be quizzed.
·   Dont compare your date to those you have dated or had relationships with in the past. Leave it in the past.
·   Get to know a new person before you delve into their background.
·   Dont stress out about finding a relationship before a certain age or because you have reached a certain age. Let nature set its course.
·   Relax and enjoy the moment.
·   Recognize the signs of compatibility and chemistry. Pay attention to your feelings. Is your heart beating faster? Do you find yourself at ease when youre together?

People feel a more immediate need for relationships and marriage right now. Because we take care of the interviews and gauge compatibility and suitability for our clients, we essentially reduce the enormous amount of time that it usually takes to find that special someone. Its a much more direct approach," said Falzone.

High Tech Cupid
At The Right One and Together Dating Service, romance is facilitated by twenty-first century technology. A team of relationship experts works one on one with members using a proprietary computer hardware and software system. Developed over several years at a cost of hundreds of thousands of dollars, this system targets compatibility profiles and generates a specialized list of compatible referrals for members.

The Right One and Together Dating Service strives to provide a comfortable atmosphere for all clients. Personality profiles are also required to ensure compatible matches.

Romance Coaching
With Romance Coaches on staff, clients may receive dating tips and advice as well as coaching support on an ongoing basis. Romance Coaches assist with image consulting, helping them to put their best foot forward" through the development of positive attributes of personality and appearance. The Right One and Together Datings Romance Coaches have been in the dating industry for numerous years and have worked with thousands of individuals looking to find-and those who have successfully found--the right one".

ROMANTIC LOCATIONS
The Right One has offices and affiliates located throughout the United States, including: California (San Diego); Colorado (Colorado Springs, Denver); Florida (Tampa); Georgia (Atlanta); Hawaii (Honolulu); Illinois (Chicago, Springfield, Peoria, Rockford; Downers Grove and Bloomington); Iowa (Des Moines, Cedar Rapids and Bettendorf); Nebraska (Omaha and Lincoln); New Hampshire (Bedford); New Jersey (Cherry Hill, Hackensack); Massachusetts (Hingham, Chestnut Hill, Shrewsbury and Woburn); Pennsylvania (Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Monroeville); Rhode Island (Warwick); Wisconsin (Madison, Appleton and Milwaukee); Texas (Dallas, Austin).

North American locations and affiliates of Together are: California (Encino, Irvine and Los Angeles); Florida (Palm Beach); Indiana (Ft. Wayne, Indianapolis, South Bend); Kansas (Wichita and Kansas City); Kentucky (Lexington, Louisville); Louisiana (New Orleans); Maryland (Columbia, Frederick); Minnesota (Minneapolis); Nevada (Reno); New Hampshire (Hooksett, Nashua, Portsmouth and Salem); New Jersey (Bridgewater, Clark, Colts Neck and Lawrenceville); Ohio (Cincinnati); Pennsylvania (Mechanicsburg and Doylestown); South Carolina (Greenville); South Dakota (Sioux Falls); Texas (Austin, Dallas, San Antonio, Beaumont and Houston) and Virginia (Falls Church).

For more information about The Right One® and Together®, please call (800) 818-DATE or visit www.therightone.com and www.togetherdating.com.