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Why Your Dates Feel So Awkward (And How to Fix It)
A therapist explains two very different approaches to conversation and why they can lead to misunderstandings in dating and relationships.
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How to Tell if You’re Having a Healthy Argument or a Toxic Fight, According to Therapists
Not all disagreements are bad for your relationship. Therapists explain how to recognize when a healthy argument turns into a damaging fight.
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8 Gen Z Dating Trends That Millennials Absolutely Hate
From AI companions and situationships to excessive therapy speak, millennials are calling out the dating habits they can’t stand about Gen Z.
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‘Chatfishing’ Is Becoming a Thing on Dating Apps, and It’s Already Getting Weird
From AI-written flirting to fake vacation photos, singles are using artificial intelligence to reinvent themselves online.
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What Is the ‘Box Theory’? The Viral Dating Trend That Explains How Men View Women.
A relationship coach explains the viral theory behind why some men pursue commitment while keeping other women in situationships.
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6 Dating Trends That Could Be Secretly Ruining Your Love Life
From breadcrumbing and monkey branching to cloaking, these six dating trends are giving singles even more reasons to stay home.
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The Surprising Reason Some People Keep Dating Narcissists, According to Science
A new study suggests people with narcissistic or manipulative traits may be more attracted to partners who share those same characteristics.
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Ghosting Someone Might Actually Be Bad for Your Mental Health, According to Science
New research suggests people who ghost others often feel guilty afterward, while those left behind underestimate how much they care.
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Most Long-Term Singles Are Actually Happy Being Single, New Study Finds
Researchers followed nearly 3,000 people and found that most maintained high life satisfaction, even after spending years without a partner.
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The ‘3-6-9 Dating Rule’ Might Explain Why So Many Relationships Fall Apart
A matchmaker breaks down the three stages of early dating and explains why the first nine months can reveal important compatibility clues.
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Things in Your Home That Could Ruin a Second Date, According to Reddit
From dirty dishes to questionable living arrangements, a new survey reveals what makes singles lose interest after seeing someone’s home.
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Why Thinking About Divorce Is Actually Good for Your Marriage, According to Science
Researchers say imagining life without your spouse can sometimes serve as a wake-up call to address problems before they get worse.