Irritable Bowel Syndrome or (IBS) not only interferes with our body, health, food, & daily lifestyle, but also with your love life.
People suffering from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) know exactly how annoying, uncomfortable and embarrassing it is. Painful constipation and/or diarrhea, abdominal cramping, gas and gas related pain, changes in your bowel habits, an inability to empty bowels at times, indigestion and even nausea, can become and emotional overload.
Besides your special diet needs, unpredictable symptoms, and wondering how many times you’d have to use the restroom or for how long while on a date, can definitely scare away any thought of having a potential interest in love. Most people just feel overwhelmed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) to start with and feel that it can feel like it is just too much to deal with.
But don’t lose hope, friend…The last thing that you should do is to push the chance of love away. Support from friends and family are extremely important. And support from a special someone can help even more!
So how do you keep an active dating life if you are single and battling Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?
Take note of these 10 great tips:
Dating a friend:
If you are interested in a friend, whom you’ve known for some months, a year or so, don’t be shy to start hanging out together alone, rather than with your normal group of friends. Ask your friend out somewhere fun or even just for coffee or lunch. You will soon discover if your friend also has a mutual interest in you. If he or she enjoys going to the movies, theater, dinner, concerts, etc…with you alone…it’s a good sign! If your friend also starts to make plans with you alone, you guys are definitely going on the right path to romance. If the opposite happens, where your friend wants to hang out more as a group, then you know where you stand, as just a friend.
Knowing a person for a while, such as a friend or colleague at work, makes the Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) conversation a little easier for sure. And you don’t need to spill the beans on the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd date…Do it when you are comfortable and feel at ease.
- Dating a stranger:
Local Support Groups
Many times we’ve encouraged our readers with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) to go to Support Groups. If you have not gone to one, you are missing out big time!
Ask your doctor or search Google for a local support group. There might be a local Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) group on FaceBook too.
These groups are not only therapeutically helpful, because you get to vent all those emotions you keep inside. But you also hear from others suffering from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and maybe even help someone else. You get to ask questions, get new tips and ideas to incorporate to your lifestyle, etc…You also get to get out of your house go to a friendly and comfortable space and guess what? Meet new people! You can make new friends and possibly meet that special someone, who is going through exactly what you are going through. It’s almost the perfect scenario, right?
- Online Dating
Have you tried online dating? Many of us have a very small group of friends…Sometimes our social circle consists of only people from work and friends we hang out with all the time. Online Dating offers a great way to meet a person that you would most likely will never cross paths with.
We suggest local dating, rather than long distance. But then again, they say there are no boundaries when it comes to love.
One well known company is E-harmony. It seems to attract more serious members because of the amount of questions and involvement, instead of just asking basic questions. a serious company and its members are usually looking for true love, rather than fun.
You do have to fill out like 200 questions, but it’s worth it in order to meet your Special Someone. Besides, you can connect with your potential match safely through their site first, and then when you’ve emailed each other a few times, you can share you phone or email. While some people want to meet right away, some others believe that meeting in person after the 2nd or 3rd month is a good amount of time, and always meet in a public place, for the first few dates. After all, it takes time to build some trust and friendship, don’t you think?
- Become a Volunteer
When you volunteer, not only you are helping and supporting a special and important cause, but you also get to meet new people and make new friends, make new connections. Check out your local Animal Shelter, Church, Hospital, even your kid’s school for fun opportunities and events. Search Google for other safe places where you can also volunteer.
- Choose your dates carefully
Dating is not an easy task for anyone, even for those who don’t suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). But because you do suffer from it, you want to find a match that is understanding, caring, patient and kind. As well as someone who is supportive and helpful. These are very important qualities that they need to have, so that you can feel at ease with them, especially when sharing about your Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and dealing with it.
Good looks and a great smile won’t just do the trick here. Look away if the person you are interested in has a bad temper. Someone who is selfish, unkind to others or who thinks they are better than anyone else won’t probably be a good match for you. Also, stay far away from someone who has a demanding personality or gets a kick when he/she puts you or other people down. Difficult personalities like these are the last that you need in your life. Lastly, besides the other great qualities mentioned in the beginning, someone with a great sense of humor, who is always making you feel at ease is definitely a keeper. The bottom line is that if the other person is not supportive of your Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), they are not the right person for you, remember that.
Plan ahead
By now, you should know which foods your body can and can’t handle. Google a few restaurants in advance and check out their menu, so that you can have a good selection of places to suggest. You can also call the restaurant ahead of time to see if they can substitute this for that due to Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)/health issues. Arrive early and spot the nearest bathroom at the restaurant, just so you are prepared.
Try not to eat too much that day and enjoy just a small portion at the restaurant, rather than the whole meal.
If a restaurant is too much to deal with, why not just go to a coffee shop? You can order herbal tea, without any caffeine.
Coffee dates are great because it’s light and casual. Your date can last for as little as 30 minutes if you like or an hour or more, if your body is feeling well.
Share your story when you are ready
Eventually, your date may suggest something else than just coffee dates. Now don’t be alarmed or afraid and run away from love.
The great news is that you can go for a dinner and a movie date or skip dinner and just go to the movies or comedy club, for instance.
By your 3rd month or so of dating, you should feel mutual trust and sincerity. If you do, then it would be a good idea to share about your Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) experience, so that you can both enjoy new adventures together, taking certain precautions and planning well ahead.
Most people don’t want to talk about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), not even to their close friends, because it’s simply embarrassing. But keeping secrets can be stressful and stress is a prime Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) trigger. Now that you’ve found your partner in crime, they should be aware of it. Why? So that they can understand you and your life better…Why can’t you eat this, why do you have to go to the restroom a few times a day, etc.
Someone who truly cares for you won’t laugh or run away. They will be so glad you told them, so that they can help in any way they can.
Don’t Feel Embarrassed or Ashamed.
When telling your special someone about your Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), you can go as detailed as you like, or as reserved as you prefer. Depends on their personality as well, but don’t feel forced to say it all….Also, don’t make it a big thing or make it dramatic, just be you and have a casual conversation about it. If they ask questions, be upfront and fill them in.
Here are some ways you can easily describe what you are experiencing:
• I have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). It is a disorder which causes unpleasant and unpredictable digestive symptoms.
• I have a sensitive stomach and I need to be careful with what I eat.
• I have a digestive disorder that requires quick access to a public restroom.
As you spend more time with your match and gain more trust, you can explain a little more if you like.
Be confident
Now, just because you’ve shared something so persona, don’t over think it. Be confident and know that you are much more than Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). You have so much to give, so don’t let your Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) take control of your love life.
Make a list of all the awesome qualities you have, if necessary.
Whoever runs away or is not sympathetic with you, was simply someone who you definitely didn’t need in your life. Since Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is the most common disease diagnosed by gastroenterologists, which affects 1 in 5 Americans, don’t be surprised if your date also suffers from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
Once you’ve shared about your disease, it will be a great opportunity to ask your special someone if they also suffer from any specific conditions. This will give him/her the chance to open up about themselves too.
Be cautious
Whether you meet someone online, a friend, another volunteer or even someone while shopping, always be careful.
Don’t fall for people who like to use others for money, fancy dates, restaurants, etc…
Ask questions about their family, their life, their past, their work, etc…Surprise him or her at work with a yummy treat or flowers, while you make sure they work there. And don’t feel bad asking to meet their family. Saying something like, “It will be so much fun to do a double date with your brother and his fiancée” will be the perfect way to meet and get to know his family too.
There’s nothing wrong by playing a bit of an investigator, just don’t phrase questions like one! Be smart and have faith too.
Bottom line, you have to be safe.
We wish you good luck in finding your lifetime partner…Remember that Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) doesn’t have to control your life or hold you back in any way.
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