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Read through this growing collection of articles by people who know what's what, so you can do a stellar job of taking care of YOU and present your best self on your next first date.

Turning Rejection into a Catalyst for Love

January 12, 2021 By Marie Thouin

The fear of rejection can be the number one hurdle to finding and creating fulfilling relationships. But it doesn’t have to be. Instead of being stymied by it, you can turn rejection into a catalyst for finding self-actualization and love. Here’s how.

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Single at Christmas? How to Survive the Holidays When Spending Them Alone

December 11, 2020 By Jennifer Wexler

We’re separated this holiday season like never before. Being solo doesn’t mean you have to be lonely. If you’re single, you absolutely can survive the holidays alone. Check out the three tips that will help you thrive this Christmas or whichever occasion you celebrate this season.

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Why Men Don’t Reply

August 13, 2020 By Erika Ettin

Men on the dating app you’re using catch your eye. You swipe right and message them, but don’t hear back. It can be so frustrating! Why don’t men reply? Here are some of the reasons.

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Overcome Shame and Fall in Love

July 16, 2020 By Marie Thouin

Even the most successful, confident, attractive, self-aware, and sociable people have insecurities about their lovability. Deep-seated shame can make dating and relationships difficult no matter who you are. Fortunately, there are ways to overcome shame and develop unbreakable love for yourself and others.

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Taking Care of You

June 23, 2020 By Sarika Jain

Recent months have unleashed an unanticipated wave of stress, uncertainty, and outrage. Your body yearns for your attention, compassion and touch to help her cope and rejuvenate. She’s tired of being abandoned. It’s time to take care of you.

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Digital Date Ideas to Get You Through Coronavirus

June 2, 2020 By Erika Ettin

Even as many restaurants and bars start to reopen, it could still be a while until you feel comfortable meeting a new guy in person. Not to worry! There are plenty of fun digital date ideas that you two can do together, even though you’re physically apart.

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Courting: The Skill You Need to Thrive During the Coronavirus Era

May 5, 2020 By Marie Thouin

Courting is back in vogue now that dating has slowed down and virtual dating is the new normal. By brushing up on this classic skill, you’ll enhance your dating life now and post-pandemic.

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A Gift to Yourself During the Pandemic

April 16, 2020 By Sarika Jain

A silver lining of the pandemic is the special gift of time to simply focus on what matters. Use some of this time to talk to your body, asking her and giving her what she needs, so you can re-emerge from quarantine with self-love and connection.

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Biggest Red Flags in Dating Profiles

April 2, 2020 By Erika Ettin

Are you doing online dating? Beware of the biggest red flags in dating profiles so you don’t waste your time on the wrong men.

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Love in the Time of Coronavirus

March 19, 2020 By The Stories Team

Is there love in the time of coronavirus? We think there is. You can still go on first dates and move through this age of social distancing with grace. Here’s how.

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