Dating & Finding Love
Modern dating is messy—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. This section is for singles who are tired of ghosting, hardballing, and swipe-left culture. Here, you'll find modern dating advice, heartfelt stories, and real talk about how to find love that lasts in a world that often forgets what “darling” even means.
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How I Almost Married Voldemort (And Found My Soulmate Instead)
I didn’t see many healthy love relationships growing up. But I thought I’d surely know when I met my soulmate. Sparks would fly, I’d feel so happy, and I’d never want to leave his side. Finding my soulmate would be perfect! Then I met him. He was hot — that perfect mix of romantic and bad boy. I was captivated. But I soon realized that in the beginning, your soulmate and Voldemort, the dark wizard and main antagonist of the Harry Potter series, can look exactly the same. Two years later, I met another man. I wasn’t sure about him. Oh, he was handsome, alright. But he was an introvert,…
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Who Are You Listening To?
Who are you listening to? Your answer could perhaps be the difference in finding and keeping a wonderful, fulfilling love relationship or not. In fact, it could make a difference in how your whole life works out. I recently read the results of a study conducted by Pew Research in January 2025 called “Men, Women and Social Connections.” It explores the loneliness of men and women, and what they each do when they need emotional support. The study found that there are notable differences between men and women in terms of social connection and emotional support. While both genders report similar levels of loneliness, women are more proactive in seeking…
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The Delicate Dance of Love: Finding and Ending Relationships with Care
My husband Bobby and I are musicians who thrive on the thrill of open mics—events where you sign up, get called, and perform with a mix of strangers in front of a live audience. The unpredictability of who you’ll share the stage with makes every performance an adventure. Recently, I stumbled across this mesmerizing video and realized that it’s the same thing—except it’s for dancers. Have you seen these videos? They’re magical, I tell you! This one is my favorite. How do they manage to perform so seamlessly? How do they communicate with just their bodies during the dance? How do they not trip? I. Would. Definitely. Trip. The romance…
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Sweet Words of Thanks to Your Love: Heartfelt Messages You Can Make Your Own
When you want to say sweet words of thanks to your love, sometimes your heart knows exactly what you feel but your mouth can’t quite find the right sentence. I get it. Gratitude is powerful, personal, and honestly… awkward to put into words. But those small, sincere thank‑yous are relationship‑shaping gold. Here’s how they work in real life — and a few heartfelt examples you can borrow and make completely your own. When you share sweet words of thanks to your love, something shifts in the relationship — and the research proves it. Why Sweet Words of Thanks Matter in Love Sara Algoe, an associate professor of social psychology at…
