How Dating is Like Job Hunting (and How to Succeed with Both)
A few weeks ago, I had a job interview and a first date on the same day. Later, I called my mom to talk about…
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5 Tips for Traveling as a Couple
The first time I went on vacation with a significant other, I had dreams of romantic dinners, discovering new and exotic places together, and taking…
5 Questions to Ask Instead of ‘What Do You Do?’
Dating apps are not widely known for promoting social graces. So I shouldn’t have been surprised by my awkward interactions with a potential suitor. I…
Beating Jealousy: How to Be Inspired By, Instead of Envious Of, Your Friend’s Success
As soon as I graduated from college and began working at Disney World in the Disney College Program, I suddenly felt “behind” in life. I…
How to Get Over Somebody You Never Actually Dated
When my friends and I talk about our worst breakups, I never have much to contribute. Since I’ve never been in a long-term relationship, I’ve…
Dates for One: Solo Excursions for Your Next ‘Me Day’
When I first moved to New York City as a single woman in my 20s, I didn’t know very many people and found myself excited,…
Summer Love: Finding Romance Without Apps
During college, I worked as a summer camp counselor at a Lutheran Camp in small-town Wisconsin. With a staff largely made up of those in…
How to Avoid Dating Fatigue
As a newly single person, I lost no time in jumping back on Tinder after my breakup. While I was initially happy to feel the…
Getting Over My FOMO, One Step at a Time
As an “extroverted introvert,” someone who naturally seeks out relationships and social interactions but also requires moderate amounts of alone time, I practically specialize in…
How to Find the Silver Lining in a Long-Distance Relationship
When I graduated from college, I knew that I’d not only be starting a new career, but I’d also be entering a new chapter of…
