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Four weeks into online dating

Published on July 4, 2017

I’ve tried Brad’s method of contacting as many people as possible to improve my odds of getting a date. In my opinion, it’s not the best approach for me. I have a hard time going out with someone just to have a date. Having quality over quantity seems a better road to go down. Over […]

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One Outlook That Blocks Dating Success

Published on December 4, 2016

There’s this quiet perception that can sometimes arise while we’re reading profiles, connecting with someone, and assessing whether we wish to go deeper and to more intimate levels with a date. It’s a perception that influences how we are seeing the other person, how we are receiving their expressions, and it even impacts how we […]

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How to Make a Long Distance Relationship Work

Published on November 16, 2016

Embed from Getty Images Social media makes the world a smaller place by creating portals to connect individuals all over the globe. This grand feat sounds truly fantastic when imagining someone from America speaking instantly and even falling in love with someone in Australia. Relationships of all degrees have formed across the web, bringing love […]

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Is Online Dating Easier for Women?

Published on September 27, 2016

Embed from Getty Images We all have our biased perspectives to online dating, based on the gender we identify with. While everyone has a chance to meet their special someone online, there are also some very real cultural norms that just might give women (and especially femme women) an easier time when it comes to […]

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What to Do When Your Date Remains Active Online

Published on August 17, 2016

Embed from Getty Images After hitting it off on a few stellar dates, you’re finding yourself smitten by your new date. You’re compatible, attracted, and ready to invest in what it means to go deep together. Approaching that conversation about exclusivity isn’t always easy, as that topic of “what are we?” has a way of […]

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Why Boundaries and Agreements are so Important

Published on August 5, 2016

Embed from Getty Images To create a relationship that may blossom into long lasting partnership, boundaries must be identified and reinforced from the very beginning. As soon as you connect with someone online and progress towards meeting and officially dating, remain aware of personal boundaries. A boundary is really an agreement with yourself or your […]

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How to Improve Your Summer Dating Game

Published on July 4, 2016

Embed from Getty Images Online dating success stories happen all year around, but when summer lovin’ is upon us, there’s a definite boom in the allure for budding romance. The way sunbeams kiss shoulder tops and abundant greenery rejuvenate us brings out that lively energy that’s so crucial for feeling and being attractive. But, these […]

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People of Online Dating: Alexa

Published on April 2, 2016

There are a lot of different people to be found within the communities of online dating, and each person has their own unique perspectives on these services. Everything from what website to use, why they choose to look for romance online, personal challenges, and success stories vary from one person to the next. We have […]

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Dealing With Template Messages

Published on March 5, 2016

Embed from Getty Images As it turns out, it is not an uncommon experience to receive template messages while online dating. These are the messages that speak generally, lack any attempt to connect over something personal written in your profile, and they give the sense that the message is being copy-pasted to many other singles. […]

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Safety Part 2: Physical Wellbeing

Published on December 9, 2015

View image | gettyimages.com Online dating is an exciting and potentially rewarding experience that entails opening ourselves to an array of new people and situations. This article is the second part of a series exploring how to keep it safe while online dating, which has been broken down into three portions: 1. Emotional wellbeing 2. […]

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When to Get Their Phone Number

Published on October 22, 2015

View image | gettyimages.com When we meet someone online and are heading towards a first date, it is natural to think about moving communications over to a more personal platform. It creates a greater sense of familiarity to speak with someone through our direct lines, such as e-mail, text, Skype, or phone calls, than it […]

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Transitioning From Online to Offline

Published on October 8, 2015

View image | gettyimages.com There are a series of steps for successful online dating that guides you from point A, which is to identify that you are ready for a relationship, to point Z, which is the enjoyment of the many benefits of a healthy and loving partnership. There are a whole array of reflections […]

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