Love And Dating

Do serial monogamists have serious problems?

Natasha Shankar — Wed, 22 May 2013 06:00:00 -0700

You ever wonder why some of the seemingly perfect guys can't seem to settle down, but yet you can't remember a time when they've been single? It may not mean they're a hot commodity — they may just be a hot mess.

Is it ok to date your ex's best friend?

Natasha Shankar — Tue, 21 May 2013 05:00:00 -0700

Everyone struggles with getting over an ex at some point in their lives. It’s inevitable. You move on, but sometimes you still have hope somewhere for reopening that door. But what if you do something that forces it shut forever?

The causes of bad dating habits and how to fix them

Mary McCoy — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 01:46:00 -0700

Bad dating habits. Every woman has a friend who has a few bad dating habits, and perhaps if you're reading this, you are that friend. Acknowledging that you have a few bad habits is the easy part. Now, how do you even begin to fix them?

Note to my future husband: You're optional

The Coquette — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 05:00:00 -0700

I am a picky b****. No doubt you are too. Lucky for us, we get to be. We belong to a lucky generation of independent women who don't have to spend their early 20s in a mad dash to get hitched to the nearest breadwinner. It took three waves of feminism, a few landmark pieces of legislation and a massive cultural shift toward gender equality, but tying the knot is no longer a prerequisite to leading a stable and happy life. Husbands are optional these days.

Becoming the right person to find the person

Summer Saldana — Mon, 16 Jul 2012 05:00:00 -0700

As single ladies, sometimes it's easy to get caught up in the search for the right person. And in that quest, you forget that your perfect guy is also searching for his Mrs. Right as well. So why not use this single time to work towards becoming the RIGHT kind of gal yourself?

Choosing Mr. Right not Mr. Right Now

Summer Saldana — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 05:00:00 -0700

We all have a type we typically are attracted to, and we call him our Mr. Right. But what if our Mr. Right is really our Mr. Right Now and not necessarily the guy who will give us our happily ever after? What if our Mr. Right is actually the complete opposite of our Mr. Right Now? What if we let go of our type, and took a chance on someone we may have never noticed before? Take a look at how looking beyond your type can sometimes lead to more fulfilling and happy relationships.

A sexy new use for your Wii remote

Chrissy Callahan — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 09:00:00 -0800

If you thought the glow pillow was crazy, wait ‘til you hear about this err, shall we say, unique new love device.

Connect to your long-distance love with a glowing pillow

Brianna Martinez — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 10:00:00 -0800

Do you hate those nights when you wish your loved one was sleeping next to you? Soon, you'll be able to closely connect with your long-distance love with designer Joanna Montgomery's Pillow Talk. Read on to find out how you can connect to your lover through a glowing pillow.

All I want for Christmas is a boyfriend who...

SheKnows Editors — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 12:00:00 -0700

Sure, boyfriends can be smelly, mean and not-so-clean, but we still love them! Since Christmas is practically around the corner, Kate is giving you a chance to wish upon a virtual mistletoe for an almost perfect boyfriend.

Why tears don't work on him

Noelle Nelson — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 11:56:00 -0700

You've let loose one heck of a tearful tirade. You're 100 percent justified in your litany of complaints. Your supposedly loving husband/boyfriend has let you down for the umpteenth time by forgetting to get groceries, picking you up late again and booking other plans on your anniversary weekend. You stand there sobbing and he stares silently. Read on to find out why this often results in a failed attempt that leads to even more confusion and fault.

How to hold on to love

Jessica Padykula — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 05:53:00 -0700

Finding love is one thing but holding on to that love is another thing entirely. To help ensure your relationship stays on track, we've put together some strategies for keeping love alive – with some input from New York Times bestselling romance novelist Brenda Novak. Novak is the bestselling author of more than 30 Harlequin romance novels and through the extensive research she's done for her work, she has amassed a wide range of tips where finding – and holding on to love is concerned.

The 4-pronged approach to lasting love

Jessica Padykula — Tue, 31 May 2011 10:00:00 -0700

Want to know the secret to relationship success? There’s actually no single thing you can do to make sure your love lasts but before you panic, know that the secret to long term couplehood is actually a 4-pronged approach. We’ve fine-tuned the love formula and listed the 4 things that we know will improve your relationship and make it last.

Make your relationship easier

Jessica Padykula — Wed, 25 May 2011 14:14:00 -0700

It’s time to take the stress out of making your relationship work. We all know being one half of a committed couple takes work, but it should also be one of the things that makes you happiest. If you feel like your relationship can use some freshening up lately, we’re here to share some strategies for making love a lot easier. Here are a few of our top tips.

4 Guys we date before The One

Jessica Padykula — Thu, 05 May 2011 09:35:00 -0700

Not many of us are lucky enough to find true love right out of the gate. Meeting the person with whom you’re meant to spend the rest of your life takes time and maturity -- and chances are you will go through more than a few not-quite-right guys. We’ve put together a list of the most common types of guys women date before meeting Mr. Right.

How being happy can help you find love

Jessica Padykula — Mon, 02 May 2011 12:22:00 -0700

Finding love can be a complicated affair. Sure, sometimes it sweeps you off your feet when you least expect it, but most of the time, we have to work for it. One of the best ways to attract love into your life is by feeling and projecting happiness. We’ve come up with some of the ways being happy can help you bust out of your dating rut and find lasting love.

Unrealistic about love?

Jessica Padykula — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 14:54:00 -0700

You may be frustrated with the latest crop of losers who have tried to catch your eye, but that doesn’t mean finding a decent guy with relationship potential is impossible. Yes, you could be experiencing a dry spell where good men are concerned, but the problem could also lie in your attitude toward dating. Here are a few ways to tell if you’re being unrealistic about love.

3 Ways to rescue your relationship

Jessica Padykula — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 08:35:00 -0700

If you feel like you've made it through a particularly rough patch – or you can at least see the light at the end of the tunnel, then it's time to incorporate some strategies that will further strengthen your rocky relationship. When things are still fragile, you need to tread carefully, but moving forward into more positive territory is possible. Here we look at some strategies you can use to retool your twosome.

4 Tips for better love decisions

Jessica Padykula — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 15:15:00 -0700

We all make a bad love decision now and then. It can land you in a relationship that isn’t right for you, or compromise a relationship that is working. Here are a few simple ways to minimize love-related mishaps.

Bond with your boyfriend's family

Jessica Padykula — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 15:03:00 -0700

You’ve met a great guy, you’ve been together for a while and you’re pretty sure you’re in love -- now you just have to meet his family. Before you freak out and try to avoid the inevitable first encounter, we have some tips to help you get through it calmly and make a great first impression.

Avoid toxic relationships

Jessica Padykula — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 10:16:00 -0700

Falling into the trap of a toxic relationship is more common than you think, and no one is immune. To avoid getting hurt by someone who doesn’t have your best interests at heart, here are a few tips to keep in mind.

Signs your relationship won't last much longer

Jessica Padykula — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 14:09:00 -0700

If you’ve been dating someone for a few months and aren’t sure how strong your bond really is, here are a few signs that your relationship probably isn't going to last much longer.