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What Men Love about Love: Things Men Enjoy That Might Surprise You

Although most won’t admit it, men love to be in love. In fact, many men need to be in a relationship more than women do. This is because a good relationship is settling for a man, a place where he can share feelings that he might not be able to talk about with anyone else. [...]

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Ten First Date Red Flags

While giving a “meh” first date a second chance is often recommended, there are a few first-date red flags that might let you off the hook. If any of these flags are waving, move forward carefully – if at all. Ten first date red flags: 1. “I’m not really the boyfriend/husband/relationship type.” You will not change his [...]

Dating Tips, First Dates

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Ten Things to Never Text to Your Ex

Maybe you need to ask your ex something. Maybe she still has your stuff. Maybe his dad is ill and you want to check in. Before you text an ex, try to honor a month-long “no contact rule” first. When you do send that first text, accept that you may not get a response – or [...]

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Five (More) Ways to Turn Your First Meet into a Real Date

You’re smart. You’re online because you know it’s the best place to meet other singles. But what do you do once you’ve decided you like his profile, enjoy his emails and have had a conversation or two on the phone? It’s time for the meet-date. In my previous article I told you the first 5 [...]

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Five Ways to Turn Your Meet-Date into a Date-Date

You’ve come this far: You and your guy connected online, emailed a few times, spoke on the phone and now it’s time for your “meet date.” You are compatible in the virtual world. So far, so good. Now it’s time to see how it goes in the real world. The purpose of the meet date [...]

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How to Avoid Being ‘Catfished’

In the wake of the Manti Te’o scandal, it’s easy to fear being duped by an online relationship. To avoid being “Catfished” — the term comes from both the 2010 doc, “Catfish,” which examined a deceitful online relationship, and the MTV show that followed — be sure to follow smart online-dating guidelines: How to avoid [...]

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10 First Date Tips Just For Men

She said yes. Now what? As you prep for Friday night’s date, here are some tips and reminders to help make that first date a success. 10 first date tips just for men: 1. Plan it. Have an answer for when and where the date will be. Try to pick a location that’s comfortable and conducive [...]

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10 First Date Tips Just For Women

If it’s been a while since you’ve been on a first date, here are a few pointers to ensure your next one is a success. 10 first date tips just for women: 1. Relax. Don’t put pressure on yourself to be witty, smart or alluring. Don’t get caught up in the version of yourself you wish [...]

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Top Ten Dating Red Flags for Divorced Women

Your divorce is over and you are ready to get out there and start dating again. You are both excited about the possibilities and terrified that you will find a loser. Chances are you will meet some wonderful – and not so wonderful – men during your journey. Your responsibility is to know exactly what [...]

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Five ‘Tests’ to See if He’s Your Soulmate

He may leave his dirty socks on the floor, but at least he opens the door for you. When it comes to relationships, you take the good with the bad. But when you’re dating a guy you think just might be Mr. Right, how do you determine if he’s really the one you’re destined to [...]

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