Do you always feel confused about how to dating a sugar daddy or sugar babyDon't know where to start? Here are some tips.
Commit to an online and real-life identity
Are you a Southern belle? A hard-working girl eager to leave her roots behind? A college girl with high career aspirations? The girl next door? A girl who prefers older men? A fun-loving young woman eager to travel and see the world? Focus on how you want to present yourself and select your online profile accordingly, making sure to highlight your most desirable traits.
The idea is not to play a role, but to be consistent and committed to an identity that is a genuine expression of your true personality: to be the best version of your authentic self. For example, if you consider yourself a girl next door, don't show up to meet a potential sugar daddy in five-inch heels and a dress with plunging neckline. Wear something more modest. You should always feel comfortable, but it's valuable to commit to an identity that reflects who you really are on some level. Trust me, they'll be able to spot the phonies.
Manage your expectations
It is natural to develop romantic feelings for a sugar daddy, but keep in mind that this relationship is first and foremost transactional and secondarily romantic. You may well fall in love with each other, but it is best to remember that it is primarily about meeting mutual and immediate needs.
Keep an open mind without getting too attached. To keep your emotions in check, keep a journal so you can monitor the evolution of the relationship from your perspective. Ask yourself: How do I feel about him and our relationship? Am I getting everything I need? What would I do if he left me?
Outlines a specific and mutually beneficial agreement.
If a sugar baby and sugar daddy click and their needs are aligned, the next step is to solidify the exact terms of the relationship. The more specific the agreement, the easier it will be for both parties to know exactly what their obligations are. Consider the following:
- What time of day will you meet and for how many hours?
- What will a typical date involve (theater, lunch, travel, long walks, cocktails, movies)?
- Will they go out alone or will you see them together in public?
- When will you receive payment/gifts/etc.?
- How long do you think the relationship will last?
- What do each of you consider a deciding factor (failure to pay on time, last minute cancellation, discovery that you are not dating each other exclusively, or a request deemed too greedy)?
Do your homework and be patient
The initial phase of sugar dating is very similar to normal dating in the sense that you have to find someone you really like and want to spend time with. But a sugar daddy also has to be someone who can meet your specific needs. That extra layer of criteria (connection + ability to meet your needs) takes even more time and energy than dating the "normal" way, but it's usually worth it. Browse profiles, communicate with as many potential candidates as possible, and assume you'll have to go on many first dates before you meet the right guy.
Be direct
Many successful men choose sugar dating because they value efficiency and don't want to waste time, so sugar babies should be upfront about their needs and expectations. They should also feel free to ask as many questions as necessary to determine if the focus, intentions and expectations desired by a specific sugar daddy match their own.
From the beginning, a sugar baby should address how often she is available and/or willing to meet, and exactly what she expects in terms of gifts, shopping, allowances, tuition assistance, credit card payments, vacations, housing, mentoring, etc. She should also be honest about why she chooses the sugar baby lifestyle. Sugar daddies like to know exactly how they are helping to feel good about their contribution to a young woman's life.
Never get too comfortable
After months of dating the "normal" way, you may start to feel comfortable and put less effort into how you dress and/or behave, but a sugar baby can never let up if she wants the relationship to last. Be your most attractive and likable self at all times. The goal is to be a top-notch partner. That doesn't mean you can't express that you've had a bad day, but it does mean you can't run into your sugar daddy wearing your favorite sweatshirts (unless that's what he wants, of course).
Complies with the agreement
It is a bad idea to cancel the date with a sugar daddy, to be late or to change the terms of the existing agreement. The point of establishing a concrete agreement is to avoid unwanted surprises. At the same time, wealthy older men tend to be extremely busy, so sugar babies should be prepared to be flexible with respect to changes in their schedules. It may seem unfair, but it's part of the unwritten code of sugar dating. Be accommodating, but only up to a point. A sugar daddy should be wealthy enough to provide his sugar baby with his allowance or gifts or whatever is agreed upon in a timely manner, no matter what. If at any point payment or gift giving stalls, consider it a red flag.
Be discreet
Discretion is key to dating an older, wealthy and powerful man. Always play it safe and assume that a sugar daddy doesn't want you to post pictures of him on your social media feeds or discuss the specific terms of your relationship with anyone else.
Maximizes the relationship
The advantages of dating a sugar daddy go beyond the initial terms of the deal. As you get to know him, discover how you can use his experience, influence and industry contacts to help you get ahead, not only financially but also through networking and relationship building. Plus, traveling with your sugar daddy following these rules can strengthen the connection and create unforgettable moments. Think of your sugar daddy as a mentor, advisor, friend and confidant, someone to learn from and also a romantic partner.
Always have a plan B
A sugar dating relationship can end at any time, so sugar babies should not count on the endless support of any sugar daddy. It is advisable to avoid depending one hundred percent on anyone. You should always have a plan B. So keep a daily job or find an additional source of income, even if it is another sugar daddy, and always save a percentage of your earnings. Applying these rules in a relationship will help you to maintaining a serious relationship with your sugar baby.