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5 Things to Keep in Mind When Selecting Your Profile Pic

By Saskia Nelson of Hey Saturday How you present yourself to the world matters. How you present yourself on your dating app profile matters even more. And it’s amazing how a handful of poorly chosen pixels could, potentially, derail your love life and, hold up your happily ever after. Here, though, are 5 things you […]

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5-Signs They Want a Relationship

By a Top Chicago Dating Coach You’re ready to meet that special someone to share your life (and you don’t care how long it takes). You’re looking for a best friend and a life partner. You want to make memories and have fun together. You want to be spontaneous and plan trips. You want to […]

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How to Avoid Awkward Date Questions and How to Respond if Asked Them.

The Third Degree Will Not Get You the Second Date While I don’t usually have calls with clients on the weekends (though, I still do work… dating never sleeps), when a client frantically texted me tonight to talk about a date (I’m writing this on a Sunday evening), I knew it was a call I […]

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8 Tips for Dating in 2021 from a Philly Dating Coach.

BE the kind of person YOU want to attract and some other tips for stronger love connections in 2021.  By Lauren Pilgermayer, Life and Relationship Coach For those who are single and dating, this past year definitely had its challenges. With social distancing measures in place and spending more time alone, finding love could feel […]

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Do’s and Don’ts of Selecting Your Dating Profile Picture(s)

By Ali of @FindingMrHeight They say you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover. But on a dating app, the cover is all you have! Your first photo is what will make someone decide whether or not to read further. And often, it’s all they’ll see since so many people swipe first and only read […]

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How to Follow Up With A Potential Date After Your First Meeting.

From a CitySwoon dating event or any occasion. As a speed dating event producer, I regularly receive many questions regarding dating and what’s next after an event. One particular question that has stood out to me is how to follow up with a date you’ve met at a CitySwoon event – whether it’s virtual or […]

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Philadelphia Dating Scene: The Low Down

From a Top Philly Dating Coach & Matchmaker If you thought dating was hard in Philly before, welcome to dating in Philly during Covid times. Prior to the Pandemic, we had many options on how and where to meet other singles…online dating, social events, activity groups, and the bar scene. Now the approach to dating has changed. There are no […]

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14 Valentine’s Day Facts from Around the World

Argentina: Sweets for a Kiss Bonus Valentine’s Day Fact: Britain: Jack Valentine Bonus Valentine’s Day Fact: Bulgaria: Love and Wine Bonus Valentine’s Day Fact: Estonia: Day of Friendship Bonus Valentine’s Day Fact: Germany: Love Pigs Bonus Valentine’s Day Fact: Ghana: National Chocolate Day Bonus Valentine’s Day Fact: Japan: Obligation Chocolates Bonus Valentine’s Day Fact: Philippines: […]

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Speed Dating Questions You Need To Know For Your Next Date

couple having fun on a date with a man asking woman questions on a speed date

Speed dating can be exciting, but breaking the ice with the right question is key! Whether you’re looking for fun, flirty, or deep speed dating questions, this guide will help you start great conversations. Here is a list of the best speed dating questions to ensure your next event is a success! Make an Impression […]

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Confident vs. Cocky: Unique Perspective of Re-Single Expert.

By Jade Andrews (Dating After Divorce)

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