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All too often we fail to recognize one of the key points of dating. As a culture we make dating all about connecting with our date and determining if that person has potential to offer us what we are looking for in the long-run. However, dating offers so much more if you are open to …
The more men you date, the more insight you have into what you are looking for and the higher the likelihood of meeting a great partner. However, it is important not to get so attached to the concept of dating that you miss out on Mr. Right when he is in front of you. Many …
A delicate, yet unfortunately common dilemma involves what to do when you don’t like a friend’s partner. Many can relate to the internal battle between keeping your mouth shut or speaking your opinion. This is a difficult topic because emotions are involved and there is no clear-cut right or wrong answer. Naturally, there is a …
Many single individuals date because they are “supposed to.” They may date to find a partner or spouse, but fail to think about this important point… Dating is not about finding any partner or someone who will do. Dating is about finding the RIGHT partner and the best strategy to do so is to BE …
When feeling unheard, ignored or irritated by your partner, many women go into nagging mode thinking that nagging will get them what they want. Unfortunately this is not the case as nagging prevents communication from being effective and can get in the way of emotional closeness and intimacy. Nagging is not the best way to …
Although it might look fun, sexy and appealing in movies and television shows, getting involved with an unavailable man or a man in a relationship can be harmful for your mental health and hinder your ability to create and sustain the healthy and loving partnership you are looking for. He might possess many qualities you …
When you were younger and pictured how you would meet Mr. or Ms. Right, you might not have visualized meeting him or her online. Does this mean you should not try online dating now? Holding onto inflexible beliefs about how you are going to meet someone and excluding online dating and non-traditional methods as potential …
If dating no longer feels fun, exciting and hopeful, you might be in a dating rut. Dating ruts commonly emerge when you stay in your comfort zone by going for the same types of men or women or struggle to click on dates and when meeting new potential partners. A rut may lead you to question if …
Having insecure moments is a natural part of life. As we push ourselves to go after our goals, take social and emotional risks, make mistakes and try new things, we are bound to feel insecure at times. As our healthiest selves, we are able to persevere through our insecurities, embrace our strengths, accept our limitations …
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 experiences. In the dating and relationship world, it is common for women to stick with …
Most people do not like saying no. In fact, many report it is one of the most uncomfortable words to say. Several factors that make it difficult to say no include the need to please others or to be liked and accepted, the unpleasantness we commonly feel when we hurt someone, the negative connotation society …
To create and maintain a healthy and satisfying romantic relationship with your ideal man, it is key to connect on an emotional and physical level. As you date and get to know your new guy, the hope is you will like him for who he is and how you feel around him. The hope is …
The concept of love at first sight appears in so many films that you would think most people felt that same way when they first met their partner or spouse. Romantic comedies and dramas portray magical moments where two character’s eyes lock for the first time and life is never the same. Sound familiar? Probably not! We are a culture that thrives …
If you consider yourself a shy guy, you know how difficult it can be to navigate the dating world. You may be committed to finding love but struggle to make a move, approach an attractive woman or keep a conversation flowing naturally. Some signs of shyness include: -feeling awkward in social settings/new surroundings -feeling uncomfortable when meeting …
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 new commonly breeds a combination of exhilaration, nervousness and excitement, it is crucial to assess …
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 feel lonely, disappointed, anxious, angry or unsuccessful, it is time for a fresh perspective. Along with …