The Dating Truth

I dated a guy once who said any woman who called herself a Princess was a deal-breaker.

Secretly my heart sank.

I’d never actually used the term to describe myself but who doesn’t want to be treated like a Princess because you can’t be a Queen without starting somewhere right?

Fairytales and the powerhouse that is the Disney brand contributed several ideals to my childhood one being: women are worth near death experiences. And if someone loves you they’ll do pretty much anything for you. Not just anything but whatever it takes to be with you.

Not once has … CONTINUE READING…

Without a healthy self-esteem in dating, you’re screwed.

I could give you all the advice in the world but the moment you met someone who made your heart skip you’d throw the rules right out of the window.

The truth is, what people see is what people believe so despite how you feel about yourself on the inside unless your actions reflect those feelings you’ll never get your point across.

How you act is who you are. No matter what stories you spin, actions definitely speak louder than words in dating.

If you want to take back control in your

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No one likes to waste their time.

Our time is valuable and should never be abused by others who want our company but little else.

In dating it can seem like a ‘you versus them’ atmosphere. It’s surprisingly difficult to find potential dates that are on the same page as you are, and who want what you want. It can be incredibly confusing when you meet someone who you have chemistry with and spend time with but they send you mixed signals about whether they’re really interested.

How many times have you felt like you were dating someone who had … CONTINUE READING…

Very few people are good daters.

When I was in my 20s and averaging about 3 dates a week, I spent most of the time choosing bars, restaurants, or a movie.  Even though I was going out with different men, I found myself engaging in the same activities.

Most people who date, either frequently or once a year, experience something very similar.

We hate going on dates because they all seem the same.

Before we’re even asked on a date or considering making plans with potential partners we’ve already envisioned sitting across from each other at a cute, swanky- slash-hip, … CONTINUE READING…

In dating it’s almost impossible to truly feel your self-worth.

Often times when we see potential dates we instantly believe that we have to earn their affection. Even if you start the courtship open and ambivalent, the moment you begin to develop feelings for potential dates is when the fear sets in.

You start to worry:

What if they don’t like me?

What if they’re not attracted to me?

What if they choose someone else over me?

What if they don’t like me as much as I like them?

Its easy in dating to become absorbed with being “liked” before … CONTINUE READING…