Dating is all about getting to know people and play a good game. It is important to know what qualities you want in a partner, but how do you know if the men you meet are even ready for a relationship yet?

There are certain signals that can help you know whether the person you want to date is actually ready for it.Described below are some signals that can be good indicators of his position. The last thing you want to be is a "transitional woman," supporting a man by the emotional trauma of divorce and getting prepared for the next woman he meets! It's a painful scenario that every woman wants to avoid.

But do not get scared away from dating divorced men. Many divorced men are fabulous partners who want to try again. They have already had experience with the commitment and frequently prefer to be in a relationship. The point is to use these insights to avoid the obvious traps and be smart about who you choose to date.

Keep in mind that you are looking for behavioral signals rather than verbal cues. While these points are generalizations to judge the readiness of a man, if they start waving more flags then you should probably think twice.

Does he give you only his cell phone number? Today, there is a small percentage of people who have only a cell phone. But providing just a cell phone number can be a bit of signal that the guy is married, living with someone or involved multiple partners. For example, he may have a phone at home, but does not want anyone else to answer your calls. It's one of those red flags that can be a warning.

If separated or recently divorced, these men tend to be unstable. The end of a marriage can cause deep wounds to anyone. A man whose wife filed for divorce is often in great emotional pain. He may appear sensitive and angry or even seek revenge.

One way or another, would you like to be Florence Nightingale feeding him back to emotional health? Therapists agree people need at least a year or more to heal the pain of divorce. The best advice is to steer clear or be very careful before getting too attached.

Has he just divorced and yet preparing to party? Here is a guy who is ready for the good life. Finally free and looking to sample a variety of females; This man is not qualified to be in a relationship and will want nothing to do with commitment or responsibility. If a man does not call you, offers no apologies or too many, it might be the type of "party". Do not get involved or you can wind up as flavor of the month.

Does he live with his wife or Ex? While there may be some legal and financial reasons to stay in the matrimonial at home, do you really want to date a man who still shares the same roof with his wife? There is a possibility that he might find himself back in his bed with his wife or ex. You might start to wonder if spending time at your place because he likes it or because it is a great escape from his difficult living situation. For these reasons, it is the best to date a man who is already outside alone.

In closing, the important thing to remember is that there is a surprising abundance of single men. Currently in the U.S., there are 42 million adults over 40 who are single and almost half are men! Why fall for an unavailable man that is not likely to return the love you deserve? When you begin to meet the red flags, pay attention and consider seeking a new man who has a open heart and an abundance of love to share.