How to Have a Less-Awkward First Date
For most of my life I’ve struggled with a bit of social anxiety, and preparing for a first date with someone has generally made me…
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5 Ways to Say, ‘I’m Sorry,’ to Your S.O. That Are Better Than Flowers
My first argument with a boy was in first grade. His name was Adam, and he was my best friend. He wore wireframe rounded spectacles,…
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…
Dating and Diets: What Happens When a Vegan Dates a Carnivore?
If oysters are a love potion, veggie burgers are fighting fuel. Since going vegan about eight years ago, I’ve been around enough veggie burgers —…
How to Make Confrontation a Little Less Scary
The first significant argument my long-term boyfriend and I had happened about three months after we started dating. I couldn’t even tell you what it…
Why You Need to Travel With Your S.O. Before Getting Serious
The elevator doors opened, and my boyfriend, Adam, and I were greeted by fireworks and a team of Japanese men waving enthusiastically. One of the…
Lessons from a Chronic Oversharer
I was on my second date with Doug, and things were going really well! There was a lot of eye contact, I had made him…
Why Single Doesn’t 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…
Swiping Sabbatical: Why I Give up Dating Apps for Lent
On March 5, 2019, I updated my Bumble profile: “Giving up Bumble for Lent. (Not a joke. I’ll see you boys on April 21.)” Followed…
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…