Is it bad to date someone just because youre lonely?

It might be fine, but it probably doesnt have the level of emotional intimacy that you want. You dont have to have a genuine connection with someone when youre seeing them just to save yourself from loneliness.

Does dating make you less lonely?

Online dating is a great way to meet people you never would otherwise, and it can be a supremely fun activity when youre in a positive frame of mind. But when youre in a lonely mood, online dating can actually exacerbate your loneliness.

Should you tell a guy youre lonely?

You can never be totally sure, but if the person you want to tell about your loneliness is fairly likely to understand, then thats one more reason to let them know. Its okay to be lonely. If someone wrongly judges you for it, you may be able to handle their opinion just fine.