We all have unique interests and relationship priorities, as well as a set of characteristics which combine to make our Ms or Mr Right (or at least Ms or Mr How About Another Date?). So how do you know if someone is likely to be compatible with you by reading their personal ad?

Just look for the dominant themes in each ad, which reveal kind of connections the person is looking for. Generally it will be one of the following: physical and material, intellect, interests, values and lifestyle, psychological and emotional, creativity and passion, spiritual, and sexual.

Here are some examples:

Mr Physical Material - 35 YO successful and attractive, 6'2" inner city man wants to meet tall, sophisticated, well endowed lady to share sports car jaunts, expensive restaurants and satin sheets.

Ms Spiritual - Typical Aquarian, 28, playful, free spirit, professional environmentalist seeks evolved male, preferably Gemini or Sagittarius, for eye gazing, dusk at the beach and tantric lovemaking. Come join the dance with me.

Ms Psychological and Emotional - SWF, 31, graphic designer seeks an uplifting relationship based on honesty, care and commitment. I value warmth, creativity and GSOH and enjoy de-constructing Herzog films, strong espresso and dark humour.

To improve your personals hit rate, only answer ads that are offering the kind of connection you're looking for.