Flirting and Dating

Trusting your instinct at the beginning of a relationship is very important, but there are also plenty of signs that can help you realize something is wrong. Recognizing the signs he’s going to be abusive is very important so you can avoid a traumatic experience. While all of these red flags can point to many other relationship issues, when you’re seeing a few of them in the same guy, there’s an increased risk that he’ll be abusive. Cut your losses and end a relationship when your guy is showing most of the signs. He’s Jealous ... Read More

Even if you think you’ve got everything figured out about the perfect man, life can always surprise you. Whether your type is defined by personality or looks, sometimes it’s a good idea to step outside of your comfort zone and expand your dating horizon. Check out 10 great reasons to date outside your type, and find out which positive outcomes you might face, whether or not you end up in a relationship with someone who doesn’t fit your type. 1. Your Type Might Be Too Limiting Whether you fantasized a lot about your perfe... Read More

Sorting through your feelings can be difficult at the beginning of a relationship, but making the right long term decision can depend on your ability to process those feelings. Find out how to tell love from lust before making any big steps forward in your relationship. Avoid any decision that you could end up regretting by making the important distinction between great chemistry, that involves purely physical attraction, and love, which means a lot more. Here are a few questions to ask yourself in order to find your answer. 1.... Read More

There are many ways in which the end of a date can go wrong, even if you’re both really into each other. Find out how to banish the awkwardness and really end your first date on a positive note, based on your expectations for what happens next. Check out a few useful tips on how to end a first date whether you’re planning to see the guy again or not. Being prepared always helps, so make sure that you have transportation options if things go wrong, so you don’t have to extend any potential awkwardness. If You’re Really Into ... Read More

When your instinct is telling you something’s off, you’re probably right. No matter how careful they are, cheaters usually raise a few red flags at the beginning of a relationship. Discover the most obvious signs you’re dating a cheater, and put your man to the test. If he’s only displaying one or two signs, don’t jump to any rash conclusions. But if he ticks most of the boxes, you might just be dating the wrong guy, who’ll cheat and hurt you in the end. 1. He’s Too Secretive or Mysterious You can’t expect someone to be a comp... Read More

Whether a stranger is hitting on you in a bar or you get a date request on your online dating profile, turning it down isn’t always easy. If you care about being polite and not hurting anyone’s feelings, here’s how to turn down a date in the best ways. Being unclear about your rejection doesn’t help, but being mean is also a bad idea. Find out how to say “no” to a date without adding any humiliation or other negative emotions to the rejection. Never Say “Maybe” If You Mean “No” Turning someone down easy doesn’t mean snea... Read More

There are a lot of useful old school dating rules that increase the success of a good matching, but many are outdated and can end up doing more harm than good. Instead of playing games, be yourself at the start of the dating process, and you’ll have a much higher chance at finding the right match. Here are the dating rules you should break, in order to increase your shot at having a good time and getting a successful start to your new relationship. 1. Avoiding Any “Serious” Talk on the First Date One of the more traditional... Read More

When you suspect the new man you’re dating is just too good to be true, you might be on to something. Sociopaths will make you feel like the one at first, before they win you over and start showing their true colors. Check out the biggest signs you’re dating a sociopath and find out how to tell when something is really wrong in your new relationship. If your man displays more than three of the red flags, you might be in danger, not necessarily of physical abuse, but certainly of a lot of psychological abuse. 1. He’s an Extre... Read More

If your heart isn’t in it, dating can end up a lot less fun than you expect it to be. You should never stop looking for that special someone, but sometimes a break can do you a lot of good, especially if you feel burned out on dating. Check out the biggest signs you should take a break from dating, and decide if you’re in any of these situations which warrant some time off. Even if you want to keep dating, a break can help you focus on yourself and what you really want and help you improve the experience in every way. 1. You’re... Read More

The first time you say “I love you” is an important step in any relationship. If you want to cherish that moment forever, and not cringe every time you remember it, it’s important to do it the right way. A heartfelt declaration of love when you’re sharing an intimate moment with your boyfriend is the perfect way to do it. If you’re not ready for that, at least get familiar with worst ways to say “I love you” and make sure that you never make these blunders in your relationship. In a Text or Email You don’t have to hype sa... Read More