Why I Won’t Let Myself Be Single-Shamed
I live in the Midwest, so literally all of my friends are married or almost married. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, women in Minnesota…
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Dating After a Breakup: 5 Signs That You’re Ready
So your long-term relationship ended, and you’re wondering if you’re ready to date again. Getting over a breakup can be hard; getting back in the…
4 Realistic Rom-Coms to Soothe Your Skeptical Soul
In the halcyon days of my youth, it was hard to decide which dashing cinema hero I’d rather have as my boyfriend: free-spirited, sensitive artist…
New Phone, Who Dis? 4 Things to Do When an Ex Reaches Out
I’ve always felt that unexpectedly coming back into the lives of past loved ones is what exes do best. It is their single most cherished…
Want a Healthy Relationship? Turn off the Scoreboard
After I proposed to my fiancé (now wife) Tessa last spring, I received relationship advice from lots of people. Some recommended books, others quoted scripture…
4 Ways to Get to Know Your Friend’s SO
Not long after I started dating my now-husband, my best friend came to town for a weekend visit. I drove to the train station and,…
5 Important First-Date Tips for Introverts
First dates are stressful enough for anyone, but when you’re an introvert, it’s absolutely nerve-wracking to sit down with a stranger and hold a conversation.…
These Long-Distance Date Ideas Transcend the Miles
The idea of a long-distance relationship never appealed to me, and yet, I’ve found myself in several over the years. Of course, it depends on…
Skip the Small Talk on Dates: Here’s What to Ask Instead
I am the queen of first dates. Ask any of my friends, and they’ll tell you: I’m an extremely extroverted hopeless romantic who loves an…
Why Single Doesn’t Actually Mean Sad
I have read far too many an article either bemoaning or rejoicing over singledom. I have likewise spent far too long bemoaning or rejoicing in…
