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Let's get real about today's dating scene. We want you to be in-the-know and be your very best you. Here you’ll find guidance, encouragement, tips and facts about self-care, singledom and dating in midlife to help you stay positive and navigate today's ever-changing landscape.

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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Getting Ready to Date after a Divorce or Breakup

March 5, 2020 By Sarika Jain

Getting ready to date after a divorce or major breakup can be both nerve-wrecking and exciting. Here are some things that will help you get started with this new chapter of your life.

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Questions to Ask on a First Date

February 20, 2020 By Erika Ettin

Not knowing the right questions to ask on a first date can be anxiety-inducing. These tips will help you keep the conversation flowing.

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Your Springboard to Love

February 12, 2020 By Sarika Jain

For many single women, February can be filled with dread. Invite your dream relationship into your life instead! Find out the seven things you can do to create your springboard to love.

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Don’t Sweat It This Valentine’s Day

February 8, 2020 By Jodi Klein

If you’re single on Valentine’s Day, don’t sweat it! Reframe the holiday. Express the love and care you feel for family, friends, colleagues and yourself! We challenge you to spread your love wide. Take the #DontSweatIt Challenge!

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Change How You Date and Make it Stick

February 6, 2020 By Gail Weiner

Have you fallen into dating patterns that could be keeping you from meeting Mr. Right? Have you tried breaking them but you keep going back to your old habits? You can change how you date and make it stick.

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Texting Is the Death of the First Date

January 23, 2020 By Erika Ettin

You’ve connected with a new guy online. Will spending a lot of your time texting with him lead to the two of you meeting in person? Or is texting the death of the first date?

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Simple Steps to Being Your Best Self on Your Next Date

January 7, 2020 By Donna Parker

With the New Year comes new beginnings. How about a date with a new guy? Follow this easy prep plan to feel good, be relaxed, and show up as your best self when you meet him. 

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Seven Game-Changing Tips to Mastering Online Dating

December 12, 2019 By Sarika Jain

Online dating can be a great way to meet new men, and possibly even ‘the one.’ Check out these seven game-changing tips to mastering online dating that can help you become a more savvy and successful dater.

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