dating tips

As a guy being around other guys in life, you tend to notice certain things. Guys are generally aggressive by nature, we compete for attractive women, we compete in sports, we compete with each other and bust each other’s balls over all kinds of things. Keeping all this in mind, you mustn’t act like a […]

how to be confident

Dates don’t always go smoothly. And it’s easy to understand why. You’re distracted by your nerves, you’re stumbling through small talk and you’re constantly trying to figure things out. “Does that mean she likes me?”, “Am I making her nervous?”, “When am I supposed to kiss her?”. Yes, it can all get a bit overwhelming at

conversation topics

You got past the pre-date jitters. You are now sitting at that charming little restaurant, the both of you smiling nervously trying to enter the “conversation zone.” After some passing commentary about how delicious the food looks, you suddenly draw a blank. OMG, is this the onset of awkward silence? Your brain feverishly starts searching

abusive relationship

I can attest that the first date you go on after being in an abusive relationship is going to suck! I know I’m supposed to sugar coat it and tell you that life goes on and it’s made of puppies and roses but I can’t because it’s not true. It’s scary and it’s awkward and

safe online dating

You’re peacefully watching TV as you suddenly feel your phone vibrate with a new notification. You pull your phone out wearily to see what it is. “Congratulations, you have a new match!”. You swipe your phone to see which guy it was, and you realize it was him! The cute guy with the adorable bio

first date

In the age of dating by personal convenience, it’s easy to forget that love needs the right atmosphere to grow. Because we’re so busy cramming first date into coffee shops and lunch hours, it’s too easy to blame our lack of dating success on not finding the right person, instead of not being in the right

dating tips for men

Have you ever been stuck in a rut of awkward or boring small talk on a first date? Have you felt unable to turn the conversation around and into something more deep and meaningful? Has conversation ever dried up to the point that neither of you know what to say next to break the silence? If so,

dating rules

Like most young singletons I’ve been on a fair few Tinder dates. Some bad, some very bad. The only good thing about this is that now I know quite clearly what I like and what I don’t. Cinema is an obvious no-no, meals are way too much commitment and when you’re a lightweight like me,

first date mistakes man checking his phone

You’ve just taken a girl out for what you thought was the perfect date. You went for dinner and drinks and even got a kiss on the cheek. However, she hasn’t texted back to you when you suggested meeting up again. What could have possibly gone wrong? Well, something was wrong otherwise, you wouldn’t find

dating advice

First impressions make a huge impact in dating, especially first dates. Much like a first impression, you will never get a second chance to have a very first date with someone. A date is an opportunity to establish chemistry and build a connection. If you aren’t careful about how you interact with the person you’re

things girls do that guys hate

While navigating the dating scene, it’s essential that you know what may turn off guys or why you get the text that explains, ‘I just don’t see a future with us.’ Ladies, there are certain things girls do that guys hate that will turn them off in a heartbeat and have them running for the

dating game

So you’ve bitten the love bullet and you decided you’re ready to throw yourself heart first into dating game. But what if you haven’t been on a first date forever? If your previous relationship’s lasted a lifetime of getting comfortable and now the idea of spending time trying to get to know someone new, whilst

how to succeed at online dating

Let’s face it – dating can be a tough haul for everyone involved.  Nervousness and uncertainty can take over and make the entire experience comparable to a trip to the dentist. But it doesn’t have to be like that!  So much of this process is entirely up to you. You just need to recognize where

perfect first date

When was the last time you went on a date and couldn’t stop yourself from telling someone else how amazing your night was? People normally focus on the wrong things on their first date; like what to wear, what time to meet, or who should pay. But what’s really important is giving the other person

Honest online dating

With the upsurge in online dating over the last decade, culminating into a normal and shame-free way of finding a love relationship, there has also been an increase in the disparity between truth and absolute bulls**t. The number of occasions whereupon our date bears not even the passing semblance to the tall, dark, handsome stranger

first date conversation

Somewhere along the way conversation during dates has become a tick list of yes and no’s and do’s and don’ts. Yes, I live locally. Yes, I enjoy a night out with the girls but I also enjoy a night in with a glass of wine. Yes I enjoy busting out moves on the dance floor.

dating fashion tips

When you have to get ready for a date you immediately think that It is time to get well-groomed, hair and nails done, waxed, shaved, plucked and a lot more. And then the question pops up: ‘What should I wear on a date?’ Depending on what you are hoping to achieve from this date, it

Lonely girl

After a long time alone, it is time for a change. We go through stages of independence and choice whilst single, versus the loneliness and desperation to share life with another stage of being single. I suspect dependant on daily life challenges within all aspects work, home life and social. Due to separate events this can