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The Geeks' Dream Girl blog had a straightforward post about checking out your 'competition' on dating sites and why it isn't a very good idea.

I will admit that, back in my single days, I was guilty of doing the exact same thing. The outcome was, predictably, always the same: I always felt I didn't measure up to them. When looking from the outside, and especially if you don't have a whole lot of confidence anyway, it seems like everyone is smarter, funnier, and more intelligent.

The key is to remember that everyone is attracted to different people. You may not be the "perfect catch" by the wholly unattainable standards you see portrayed in the media or modern culture, but NO ONE is. Everyone has things about themselves that they don't like, and everyone- no matter how perfect they seem- has flaws. The trick is finding someone who knows your flaws and can stand you anyway. No one is universally appealing to everyone. So keep your head high and realize that it all comes down to finding the right person.