Once you found a match, you can stop looking. This misconception isnt really stopping you from jumping into the online dating world, however, if you believe this, it is hindering the possibility of success, which is why I have included it here. Just as with dating in real life, it involves putting in time and effort. And, it can still turn out unsuccessful. Remember, until someone is committed to one person, they are still ‘shopping’. This concept is exactly the same online.