This article is about dating advice for gay men. Relationships can be challenging all by themselves and if you are part of a gay couple then your challenges extend to how society sees you as well. If you strive for a healthy relationship follow the tips below to help create and maintain one.

You could probably save yourself some grief if you both decided to remain discreet and not show the public how you feel about each other. Sometimes that is the best course of action but as with anyone who is in love, you want to shout it to the roof tops.

Despite what the government has tried to do and say, not too many people in this world give a big, hairy rat's behind who you are dating. If you and your date are comfortable with yourselves and each other then it really is no one else's business and you should be free to go and do whatever you want to when you are on a date.

The dating world is the dating world and some dating advice for gay men is the same as it is for straight men. The best way to attract someone is to be confident in who you are as a man. Take the time to get to know each other and just have fun on your dates.

How do you pick the right guy? You should make a list of what it is that you like in someone else and memorize it. Whenever you meet someone new then hold them to those standards. Find out all you can about this new love interest before you consent to going out with them. ask pertinent questions that give you the answers you need to make an informed decision.

If you live in or near a big city there is probably more than one gay friendly place you can go for dinner and drinks. If you are new to the area or are unsure of where to go just do a search on the internet of the city to find the hot spots for gays.

Keep the romance in the relationship by doing little things to surprise your special guy. Small gifts, flowers, wine, and candlelit dinners, or picnics on the living room floor with a fire blazing in the fireplace are very romantic. Use your imagination and come up with your own ideas to keep things romantic and exciting.

Take things slowly, too. There is never any rush to be intimate. Make that first time as special as it can be. Plan everything out so it will be absolutely perfect. Not to put a damper on things but do take precautions and be safe. If the two of you decide to have a long term relationship and plan to spend forever together then make forever as long as it can be.

Everyone wants to find that one special someone, by following this dating advice for gay men you too could find Mr. Right and be happy for the rest of your life.