Sometimes in life you don’t get a second chance. You either make the most of the opportunity while it is there, or, you spend the rest of your life wondering what if ..?

So, what happens if you meet a woman you’re attracted to and unlikely to meet again? Do you take the plunge and ask her out? Should she step out of her comfort zone and say ‘yes’?

It’s not always as simple as it seems. Often the answer is simply... ‘I don’t know. I don’t know enough about you to say yes or no’. Instant attraction doesn’t always happen. Usually, singles need to spend time together for things to develop. But what if you haven’t had the opportunity to get to know each other first?

Sometimes the only way to find about more about another man or woman is to go out with them. It’s the old chicken or the egg story. What comes first? If you’re undecided, ask yourself, what do I have to lose? If she seems like a nice girl, ask her out, but bear in mind, she might be taken aback by your forthrightness and say no. If she does, it’s no big deal! She’s only a stranger passing by and you’re not going to see her again anyway. If you’re miffed, it’s more likely to be hurt pride than hurt feelings. But on the other hand, she might say yes!

Ladies, trust your instincts. If he seems overly confident or you get bad vibes, don’t go! But on the other hand, if he seems like a nice guy... or you really have no idea what sort of person he is, why not say yes? Provided you meet in a public place and are sensible, what’s the harm?

Even if there isn’t any romantic interest, most singles find dating enjoyable at the very least. You may have a pleasant conversation over coffee but take it no further. Alternatively, you may think he is the most unsuitable person you’ve met in a long time, but at least you know. Or...you may end up in a serious relationship and or married.

Most of the time, you don’t know where anything is going to lead if you don’t at least get started! Don’t live a life of lost opportunities and regrets. You only have one life, so why not make the most of it? Next time you meet someone who might be suitable, why not take the plunge and say yes?