Diving into a new relationship can be exhilarating. It is exciting to get to know the ins and outs of someone’s personality, spend hours talking to them and becoming intimate, and intertwine your lives by introducing them to your friends and family. When all’s going well, sometimes you can’t help yourself from falling in love. You … Read more
If the person you recently started dating seems to be pulling back over the summer, you might be experiencing shading firsthand. Shading is the act of being put in the shade or set aside to cool off for a while. Whether it’s a temporary break or a silent breakup, it’s a step away from the … Read more
During times of inflation and economic hardship, many struggle with the cost of dating. Infla-dating is a new popular form of dating in which couples choose to go out on cheap dates as the cost of living rises. Young couples as well as older couples can benefit from feeling less pressured financially. It’s reassuring to … Read more
Going on a first date can be equal parts exciting and nerve-wracking. You may wonder how to introduce yourself, what questions to ask, and how to keep the conversation going. If you’re in this situation, you’re not alone. “It’s completely normal to be nervous for a first date,” says Sabrina Romanoff, PsyD, a clinical psychologist who specializes in … Read more
Falling for your friend is all too easy; it’s one of the greatest romantic tropes for a reason. One day you’re telling your friend about the cute person you saw in the supermarket, and the next day your friend is the person you can’t get out of your head. It might feel a bit awkward or strange … Read more
Being attracted to someone can be exciting and intimidating all at once. If you like them, you may wonder what to say or do around them in the hopes of getting them to like you back. That’s where flirting comes in. Although it can sometimes seem superficial, flirting is an important aspect of human behavior. Flirting is … Read more
There are few things as nerve-wracking as a first date because there’s so much anticipation and perceived pressure to impress. Pre-date jitters are completely normal; we all get those nerves bubbling under the surface with fears of saying the wrong thing or having an awkward exchange. “We are selling the best version of ourselves while … Read more
There’s no denying we all have a romantic “type” in some way or another. There are all sorts of physical traits, values, or behaviors that might make someone more or less attractive to us.1 We might love broad shoulders, a low-pitched laugh, quick wit, over 6 feet tall, a person who texts good morning daily, a … Read more
Meeting the right person at the wrong time is a really rough situation to find yourself in. Even though it seems like this person checks all the boxes, it feels like the entire universe is conspiring to keep you apart. And while you might keep trying to make the relationship work, circumstances seem determined to prevent you … Read more
So many of us are guilty of playing mind games while dating, but we often don’t realize just how problematic they can be. Does this sound familiar? It’s the day after a great first date and you’re rehashing the details with your friends. After getting their collective approval you pick up your phone to text … Read more