If you’ve ever been unsure of how to start texting a potential love interest, this article is for you. Rather than composing, then deleting, then composing countless versions of the same message—all in hopes of making a strong first impression—take a look at our list of good opening lines for texting a girl so that […]
We’ve said it once, and we’ll say it again: the search for love starts with you. Cultivate love in and for yourself first. Then, when a well-suited romantic prospect comes along, you’ll recognize it, welcome it, and have the tools to build a healthy relationship. But how do you go about that? It all starts […]
As much fun as weekend dates are, meeting up on a Friday or Saturday night isn’t always possible. Maybe you work late, your schedules don’t line up, or you want to see each other more than just once or twice a week. Whatever the case, we recommend always having some weeknight date ideas up your […]
When you’re planning a date, don’t let a little wet weather get you down. You can still spark some romance even in the rain. We’ve put together a complete list of rainy day date ideas to inspire you. From baking and cooking together to picnics in the car or going to an arcade, there’s something […]
Online dating is a wonderful, modern way to meet potential romantic interests. Though many people have met casual or long-term partners through online platforms, as with any good thing, there are some downsides, one of them being dating burnout. Research shows that nearly four out of five adults between the ages of 18 and 54 […]
You meet someone new, exchange numbers, and then the conversation starts. This is how modern meet-cutes happen, whether you first connect through a dating app, over social media, through a friend, or during a night out on the town. Swapping numbers with someone you’re interested in is a great way to get the ball rolling, […]
Whether you’ve been single for a year or a collection of days, the thought of dating after a breakup can be daunting. After all, breaking up can be a traumatic experience, and dipping your toes back into the dating pool might come with some anxious feelings. Sometimes it’s helpful to have a friendly shoulder to […]
Matchmaking to us means meeting you where you are and putting in a concerted, data- and intuition-driven effort to find someone awesomely compatible with you. Our process also involves discussing your nice-to-haves and must-haves with you, sometimes ranking them, and sometimes challenging them. Working to help you in establishing and furthering your relationship goals and […]
Whether you’re out playing the field, or snuggling every Thursday-Sunday on the couch with your beau, you might have considered where and which healthy boundaries in relationships come into play. As you find yourself dating with intention, setting boundaries in dating might be the very thing needed to maintain a sense of independence, feel seen, […]
Is dating in a big city easier? It depends. Many people assume big-city dating is easier than small-town dating, but the reality is that dating in a big city can bring its fair share of challenges. Sure, a lot of singles live, work, and play in the city, but how exactly do you meet them, […]
For many people, the term “blind date” means something from the past, but what if we told you that blind dating is still a modern way of finding love? Blind dates can be some of the best ways to meet people without dating apps—but that’s only one of the many benefits! It’s true that blind […]
In the modern dating world, there seems to be a lot of discussions around the topic of creepiness, which is great! After all, these are conversations we should all be having to help foster happy, healthy, and consenting relationships. However, to facilitate these kinds of relationships, it helps to understand what it means when someone […]