Tag Archives: dating anxiety

How Having Sex Changes the Dating Dynamic- eHarmony

Posted on June 1, 2018 by Rachel Dack

My clients often ask me questions about sex and dating as it can be challenging to assess the right time and pace for adding physical intimacy to a new relationship. There is a lot to consider when making decisions around … Continue reading →

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When Dating Nerves Take Over: 15 Ways to Decompress- eHarmony

Posted on April 9, 2018 by Rachel Dack

Dating jitters commonly lead to burnout and an overwhelming, dissatisfying dating life. Feeling anxious or insecure naturally impacts how well a date goes, making it important to utilize proactive strategies for anxiety management, personal growth, and relaxation. Self-care is an … Continue reading →

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Finding Love for the Long Haul: 6 Ways to Get There- eHarmony

Posted on December 22, 2017 by Rachel Dack

As you wrap up 2017 and welcome in 2018, it is a powerful time of year to reflect on your dating life and confront any fear and frustration you face around relationships. Even though dating may feel miserable, anxiety-provoking and … Continue reading →

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How Self-Kindness Leads to Love: 7 Ways to Get There- eHarmony

Posted on December 14, 2017 by Rachel Dack

The way you treat yourself directly affects the quality of your relationships and how you allow others to treat you. Treating yourself in kind, compassionate and loving ways positively impacts your relationships and dating life, as well as offers incredible … Continue reading →

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The Ultimate Relationship Anxiety Resource (Causes, Effects & Strategies)

Posted on August 11, 2016 by Rachel Dack

Many of my clients experience relationship anxiety, which can directly interfere with their ability to build and maintain healthy intimate relationships. Through the teaching and use of coping skills, anxiety management strategies, and mindful dating methods, we work to ensure … Continue reading →

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5 Ways to Become a More Available Dater (Part 2)

Posted on August 1, 2015 by Rachel Dack

My last article discussed five signs that you are not an available dater.  These signs include: 1. You’re not interested in partners who treat you right 2. You’re a serial dater 3. Your words don’t match your actions 4. You’re … Continue reading →

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When Dating Gets You Down: How to Keep the Hope Alive- eHarmony Guest Blog

Posted on June 18, 2015 by Rachel Dack

I hope you will check out my latest dating and relationship advice for eHarmony. Click here to examine your thoughts around dating and to learn how to date in a more positive way without letting the past or fear-based thinking … Continue reading →

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5 Signs You’re An Unavailable Dater (Part 1)

Posted on June 18, 2015 by Rachel Dack

If you are not open to love, it can’t exist in your life.  All too often my single clients buy into cognitive distortions and engage in behaviors that they believe bring them closer to love or protect them from getting … Continue reading →

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Are You Willing to Date Outside Your Comfort Zone?

Posted on April 6, 2014 by Rachel Dack

It’s easy to live your life staying in your comfort zone…It can feel less risky and overwhelming to play it safe.  When we get comfortable, it can be difficult to break out of our routines and engage in new, richer … Continue reading →

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Are You Too Intimidating to Men and Missing Out on Relationship Opportunities?

Posted on March 19, 2014 by Rachel Dack

In my professional and personal life, great single men looking to meet someone special constantly tell me they held back in approaching a woman they were potentially interested in because she seemed too intimidating. Single women also tell me they … Continue reading →

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Are All Men Scared of Commitment?

Posted on March 9, 2014 by Rachel Dack

Many stereotypes and generalizations portray men as all about sex and fearful of commitment, but are all men really scared of commitment? The short answer is no.  The long answer is a little more complicated, involving several individual factors, such … Continue reading →

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Three Best-Kept Secrets about Men and Sex

Posted on January 25, 2014 by Rachel Dack

Ladies, are you in a new relationship and wondering when is the right time to have sex with your guy? This is an important question with several key factors to consider.  As having sex for the first time with someone … Continue reading →

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Finding Love in the New Year- Dating & Relationship Advice for Men

Posted on January 19, 2014 by Rachel Dack

No matter how you would describe your love, dating and relationship life in 2013 and previously, 2014 is here and there is no better time to be lucky in love. If you look back on your dating and relationship experiences in 2013 and … Continue reading →

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