Ditch the Dating Fatigue
Sunny weather is here to stay, and with it, plenty of opportunities to put yourself out there! And we’ve got plenty of advice, too. Ditch that dating fatigue and get ready to put the “life” back in love life. You’re gonna do great. (Tip: Skip the Small Talk Speed-Dating events are a good place to start!)
Cuffing season — or the dating equivalent of hibernation — is out and “fielding season” is in! Say yes to that date you’ve been on the fence about. Still, you might be asking yourself: What does “put yourself out there” really mean? Has your love life been grooving or on hold? Are there existing connections in your life you want to take to the next level, romantic or otherwise? When you’ve got a sense of what you want, it’s easier to find.
Don’t let those old teen rom-coms fool you, movie dates aren’t all popcorn and drive-ins! Whoever decided that spending two-and-a-half hours together in silence staring at a 1200 square foot screen was a necessary part of getting to know a person had a sense of humor fit for a horror movie. But fear not, with some thought, direction, and humor of your own, your perfect match will be coming soon to a theater near you!
How to Make a First Date Less Awkward
Let’s be honest, dating in this day in age is straight up STRANGE. While we may meet some romantic interests in real life (at work, at school, through mutual friends, etc.), often we’re meeting on dating apps. When it comes to actually meeting up with someone for the first time, regardless of how you came into contact, it can turn into an experience you dread rather than one you’re excited about simply because of the potential to feel so much awkwardness! Not to fear though - there are some tried and true tactics before, during, and at the end of the first date that can curb some of that awkwardness and help you re-establish a positive and healthy relationship to dating.
5 First Date Ideas That Are Actually Fun
You matched on a dating app. You meet through a friend. You had a whimsical rom-com meet cute that blossomed into a butterflies-inducing crush. But now you’re taking things to the next level. You’ve come face to face with one of the most daunting parts of romance: planning the first date. But never fear, we’re here to help! Check out these fool-proof ideas for the first date of your dream.
Questions to Ask Yourself Before Dating
Merriam-Webster defines “cuffing season” as a time where single people look for short-term relationships to get through the winter — think of it like hibernating, but in a relationship — but the summer? The summer is for dating dating dating… or not! Here are some questions to ask yourself before jumping in.