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Tips on Initiating Contact

Published on September 19, 2015

After finding an enticing individual amongst a wealth of profiles, people respond to this discovery in a vast number of ways. For some, it is easy to become overly intimidated such that remaining anonymous becomes more alluring than saying hello. There are also those old paradigms wherein males are expected to be the pursuers, leaving […]

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Criteria For a Healthy Relationship

Published on September 10, 2015

Our future relationships may be served by our past loverships when they are remembered as a means to helping us grow as individuals. We may return to our past relationships in memory to instill gratitude for the lessons that have helped us learn more about who we are, to identify what we will accept in […]

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Monogamy, Polyamory & Online Dating

Published on August 4, 2015

View image | gettyimages.com Monogamy signifies a style of relationship whereby two people are exclusive with one another. This may refer to marital monogamy which means an individual has one mate throughout his or her lifetime. Monogamy may also refer to serial monogamy which is a term that encapsulates individuals who date one person exclusively […]

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Should I Tell Anyone I am Giving Online Dating a Try?

Published on July 14, 2015

First things first: there is nothing you should do aside from what you are ready for. Telling people you are giving online dating a try really is not a huge deal, rather it is an opportunity to express, to share and in turn receive feedback and support. If you remain stuck in what to do, […]

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Are You Ready For a Relationship?

Published on June 28, 2015

Before you jump online and start filling out a dating profile and joyfully browsing the singles in your area, it would be wise to take a moment to assess your readiness to enter into the world of dating. It is not uncommon for people to jump blindfolded into a relationship they are not truly ready […]

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Overcoming Aversions to Online Dating

Published on June 17, 2015

View image | gettyimages.com Imagine yourself sitting down at a family dinner with your new partner by your side. You are introducing your parents and companion for the first time, hoping that everyone connects graciously and warmly. I am sure you can imagine yourself sharing the story of how you and your partner met, and […]

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Tech Etiquette for Online Dating

Published on May 15, 2015

When it comes to online dating, it’s vital to know how to manage the different types of technology you’ll be using. Whether you’re sending a message on a dating site, writing a text message, engaging in an online chat or meeting in person, there is a lot that you communicate without even meaning to. Here’s […]

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Success! Communicating That You’re Done Dating Online

Published on May 1, 2015

Congratulations to you! You’ve met someone and are no longer interested in pursuing other relationships. You’ve joined the millions of happy couples who’ve found love through online dating. Now if you want to keep it way, there are a few housekeeping items to check off of your list and some of them may be a […]

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Signs You’ve Found Someone to Date Exclusively

Published on April 24, 2015

It’s a big move to make your online dating profile inactive or cancel your account. And hopefully, it’s a task that comes with great joy, knowing that you’ve met someone who really clicks, so much so that you have no interest in continuing your search for the right person. You may have found him/her! The […]

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Online Dating Around Valentine’s Day

Published on February 9, 2015

For singles, Valentine’s Day can bring one stinging reminder after the next of a person’s solo status. The onset of advertisements ranging from heart-shaped confections to fine dining promotions can be pretty pervasive and comes neatly wrapped in a red satin bow. But if your calendar is still wide open on February 14th, here are […]

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Too Shy to Date

Published on February 5, 2015

Do you consider yourself too shy to date? There was a time in my life where I felt that way. Either I didn’t go on any dates (sometimes for years) or, when I tried, I ended up feeling more stress than enjoyment. However, I knew I was unhappy being single. Fortunately, I found a method […]

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The Right Way to Ask What Went Wrong

Published on January 6, 2015

In my last article, I wrote about a pattern I see in giving dating advice: one where a person assumes everyone they meet is doing something wrong where in reality they are the one creating the situation. In that article, I ended by recommending that we all look to ourselves and ask if anything we’re […]

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