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Here are some of the most common questions my dating/relationship coaching clients ask me regarding online dating and messaging with someone new: Does it seem like this person online has any real interest and plan to meet me? How can I tell if this person is really interested? Why isn’t my online match asking me …
“Discouraged” is a word I often hear when I ask my clients how they feel about their dating lives. In fact, it’s a common response to dating. While the highs and lows of dating may feel out of your control, you do have control of any mental blocks, past baggage or chronic issues that are …
If you are hitting it off online and the interest is there, the natural next step is to meet in person. However, making decisions regarding online dating and if/when to meet can feel complicated and confusing. So how do you know if you really want to meet? How do you determine the right time and …
There’s no denying that first dates can be filled with awkwardness and jitters. Wanting to make a good first impression naturally stirs up anxiety, which can result in awkward dating behavior. Awkwardness can get in the way of forming an emotional connection because if you are in your head worrying, overanalyzing and obsessing about being …
From ballroom dancing to cooking to visiting the zoo, there are endless first date ideas that can fit your unique personality. While there is no need to go overboard with planning, it is important to pick date activities and locations that allow you to shine, better handle any dating jitters and show up as your …
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 sex, which is what inspired me to write this article for eHarmony. To learn more …
If dating doesn’t come naturally to you, know you are not alone. Dating takes time, practice and patience. Dating is a skill you can grow and get better at through mindful intention, personal growth and experience. To learn 10 key dating and life skills that will transform your love life and help you date smarter, …
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 element of dating many people seem to miss, which is why I wanted to write …
Many of my relationship coaching clients ask me what they might be doing wrong when their online dating messages don’t result in dates or when someone they were messaging with goes completely MIA. They also share what turns them off in messages from potential partners and keeps them from accepting dates. While the online dating …
If you’re in or have ever been in a long-distance relationship, you have experienced the unique challenges and opportunities for connection that long-distance relationships create. There’s a lot you can do to ensure your long-distance relationship thrives and you continue to feel connected to your partner despite logistical barriers, time apart and distance. For advice …
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 hopeless at times, there is a lot you can do to approach dating with a …
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 mental health and physical health benefits. Click here to check out my eHarmony article and …
If you are dating someone going through a divorce, you may find yourself in a delicate situation filled with questions and new experiences, such as wondering if your date is ready for a serious relationship and handling an ex-spouse and children. You may wonder how much to bring up the past, how to pace dating …
I wrote this article as an assessment tool for you to use to check in with yourself about your actions, thoughts and feelings around love, intimacy and dating. The article states 15 signs you are ready for love and discusses a healthy mindset for love and connection. Click here to access the full article as featured …
Dating on autopilot, staying in your comfort zone, not acknowledging genuine thoughts and feelings and dating unintentionally generally lead to unsuccessful dating and dating difficulties. Applying a mindful approach to your dating life will make you feel more confident, in control and aware of your thoughts, feelings and behaviors. Click here to access my article on mindful …
Have you ever had difficulty connecting on a date? Or felt absolutely nothing sitting across the table from a potential partner? Or have you ever felt a strong connection to someone, but the feeling was not mutual? Or what about the opposite? Have you ever experienced an instant “click” or connection on a date or …