I'll try to be brief. I've been single a long time. I started my own business, and as a result I am always doing something/on the clock.I work with suppliers overseas a l lot, so my sleep schedule isn't really a schedule... it's when I have time. I do what I absolutely love, so that helps, but it's KILLING any chance of exercising my libido.

I am having such a hard time meeting someone, as you can imagine, and examing my options, keeping in mind that I'm still a man with needs and wants, it's not looking too good as far as meeting someone any time soon who would be OK with my schedule.

How do you approach a woman and explain all of this without becoming your own red flag immediately?

I think you need to really think about what is in it for her. You can't expect her to make all the concessions and just make herself adapt to fit into your life. What are you going to do to adapt so that you are dateable? Even if you need to be up all night, you need to have some sort of routine. Maybe a free-for all schedule works for you, but if you want to date, really think about the times you NEED to be awake and try to schedule your calls during certain times. Do as much of it online or via email as possible, so that you can take care of it during daytime hours. Yes, there will be times you need to make exceptions because you have no choice. But when you do have a choice, make it fit within that routine. Next, make the time you do spend together quality time. Really be present and give her your focus. Don't spend your time with her thinking about work, or scrolling on your phone. If you can't do those two things then it sounds like you really don't have the time to date.

I agree with your last statement. But I am ready. I am an accommodating individule by nature, and love is a drug I can't say no to.

I've had high pressure jobs me entire adult life. I feel I'm finally in a mental place to make it work, where when I was younger and more foolish, I didn't understand the tradeoff and the sacrifices, small as they may be.

I will make time where there otherwise would have been none as often as I can. I think I have the tools this time to be more than a warm body.

On the other side, there are other professionals like me with similar schedules. This could be a situation of mutual respect and understanding. Who knows what that could turn into.

Gotta make the first step. Not going to find anyone new at home

You choose the life you want to lead. Many people spend months away from home working, some overseas, armed forces, on oil rigs, ships, and they have wives or girlfriends. Partners who have accepted their chosen careers. In my opinion you need to think how to meet a future girlfriend or wife, as already mentioned meeting someone online is a good place to start. There are many dating agencies that specialise in bringing professional people together. When creating your profile on a dating site as long as you are clear on your life style, then there will be no surprises for any future partner, and those that do contact you will be genuinely interested in getting to know you. Good luck in your search.