Dating

What It's Like to Date Amid a New Diagnosis

May 4, 2026

What It's Like to Date Amid a New Diagnosis

It was as cute a meet-cute as could be.

The Surprising Way Sobriety Changed My Social Life

Jan 7, 2026

The Surprising Way Sobriety Changed My Social Life

It's been months since I decided to stop drinking alcohol, and it has completely changed my social life — but not at all in the way I thought it would.

Sober Dating May Help You Find Love More Easily — Here's What to Know

Jan 7, 2026

Sober Dating May Help You Find Love More Easily — Here's What to Know

Sober dating (also known as dry dating) is the newest thing you've likely already seen mentioned on dating apps.

8 Romantasy Authors Share Their Best Real-Life Dating Advice

Nov 12, 2025

8 Romantasy Authors Share Their Best Real-Life Dating Advice

Romantasy has been having a major moment for a while now, and for good reason.

Warning: "Bookfishing" May Be Plaguing Your Dating Apps

Nov 12, 2025

Warning: "Bookfishing" May Be Plaguing Your Dating Apps

Most people would agree that reading is a hot-person hobby.

"Friends-First" Dating Is Keeping the Dream of the Meet-Cute Alive

Nov 7, 2025

"Friends-First" Dating Is Keeping the Dream of the Meet-Cute Alive

A few years ago, a single friend of mine did what many only dream of: she stopped swiping.

Romantasy Boyfriends Have Raised the Bar — Can Men in Real Life Compete?

Nov 3, 2025

Romantasy Boyfriends Have Raised the Bar — Can Men in Real Life Compete?

Once upon a time, receiving a simple "good morning" text from a man was enough of a reason to go out with him.

70+ First-Date Questions to Keep the Conversation Moving

Oct 3, 2025

70+ First-Date Questions to Keep the Conversation Moving

In the hours leading up to a first date, there's a good chance you might feel a sort of buzzy, nervous energy.

Wait, People Are Finding Love On LinkedIn?

Sep 26, 2025

Wait, People Are Finding Love On LinkedIn?

In the spring of 2024, Paige Goldstein was "digital nomading" in South Africa when she got a fateful LinkedIn notification.

Would You Go Makeup-Free on a First Date? I Tried It

Sep 22, 2025

Would You Go Makeup-Free on a First Date? I Tried It

I've always been a "get ready" girl.

Need a Dating App Cleanse? Try "Sit-at-the-Bar September"

Sep 3, 2025

Need a Dating App Cleanse? Try "Sit-at-the-Bar September"

Your TikTok auntie has spoken: this month, it's time to quit the dating apps and get yourself a comfortable seat at the bar.

54 Best Hinge-Prompt Answers, According to a Hinge Expert

Sep 2, 2025

54 Best Hinge-Prompt Answers, According to a Hinge Expert

Unlike many popular dating apps today, Hinge has an interesting format that lets you answer a variety of Hinge prompts, which alleviates some of the pressure of coming up with the bio all by yourself.