Single And Dating

Will I be single forever?

Meagan Morris — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 14:17:00 -0700

Taylor Swift admitted in a recent interview that she's worried about being single forever. Let's just say that I can relate.

5 Signs that will mislead you to thinking he’s a bad guy

Laura Moriarity — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 01:39:00 -0700

If you have been on the single scene for any amount of time, you likely have two lists you live by: a list of things you want in a partner and a list of deal breakers. But is it possible that you could be ruling out some great men by being so reliant on your self-constructed rules? Perhaps it's time to consider taking these five things off your bad boy list.

5 Reasons why it’s OK to ask a matchmaker for help

Elizabeth Mitchell — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 01:03:00 -0700

Don’t let Patti Stanger scare you off from finding true love! While there are a million good reasons to hire a matchmaker, here we’ll highlight 5 that just might change your relationship status for life.

Spontaneous chances these real women took to meet "the one"

Laura Moriarity — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 14:28:00 -0700

It seems a good love story can only be found in books or on the big screen. But these real women tell fairy tale-like stories of how they met their Prince Charming.

10 Things single people say

Jamie Beckman — Mon, 14 May 2012 05:00:00 -0700

There are several cliches associated with being a single person: the lovelorn-but-witty Bridget Jones character; the indiscriminate swingin' single person with wanton sexual appetites; the old maid/crazy cat lady convention; and the wine-drinking, reality-TV-show-watching trope that we'd defend ourselves against, but drinking wine and watching reality TV while sitting on your couch is pretty awesome. In that spirit, here are 10 cliched things single people have been known to say... sometimes for good reason.

Mastering the art of rejection

Tess Paras — Tue, 08 May 2012 11:00:00 -0700

There are times when you won’t get cast as a girlfriend. In this special series, "Act like you know," I share how many of the vital lessons I've learned as an actress have helped me navigate the dating world. Take it from a professional -- there’s an art to rejection .

How to deal when you're waiting by the phone

Tess Paras — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 09:00:00 -0700

The actor's lifestyle -- a constant cycle of auditions and bookings -- has taught me that there’s more to life than waiting for the phone to ring. So, when you’re wondering when he’s going to call next, I recommend taking the stress out of dating by shifting your focus on to something else -- even if it's another date!

How to cast your boyfriend

Tess Paras — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 09:00:00 -0700

Ever wonder what it would be like to go on a first date without being nervous about your own performance? In this special series, "Act like you know," I share how many of the vital lessons I've learned as an actress have helped me navigate the dating world. For instance, being on the other side of a casting session teaches us about finding the right mix of confidence and cool when looking for a date or boyfriend.

Online dating profile red flags

Jessica Padykula — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 05:00:00 -0700

Feeling no love in the online dating department? Don’t give up hope. There are likely some simple reasons you aren’t getting the response you were hoping for. Let us help get you back on track and ideally, on the fast track to a web love connection with these online dating profile tips.

Top dating lessons you need now

Jessica Padykula — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 09:00:00 -0700

Even the most outgoing among us can get in a dating rut and start to feel like crawling into bed and staying there. But getting back into the dating game after a string of duds is much less daunting than you might think. Find out how to break through your dating dry spell with these top dating tips and lessons.

"Crazy"-proof your online dating profile

Jamie Beckman — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 05:00:00 -0700

You've picked a cute pic, listed your fave hobbies and fine-tuned your "About Me" section to the point that you're a witty cross between Tina Fey and Mindy Kaling. You're beginning to look like quite the catch, if you do say so yourself. Hold on just one second. Before you make your online dating profile fair game for all of those hot single guys lying in wait, pat your profile down for any signs of "crazy." We asked a slew of online dating experts to tell us which key words and phrases are red flags to guys in an online dating profile. The eight details below can make even the nicest men think, "This chick is nuts." Read on for the scoop!

Create an online dating profile that gets noticed

Jessica Padykula — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 05:00:00 -0700

Let’s face it -- there’s a lot of competition out there when it comes to finding a date online. With so many dating sites and countless profiles, standing out from the crowd can be tough. That’s why the dating divas at SheKnows have put together an online dating guide to help you get noticed and meet your match on the web.

Acting tips to improve your dating performance

Tess Paras — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 09:00:00 -0700

The techniques and strategies I use as an actress -- from battling audition nerves, to finding chemistry and keeping performances fresh -- have made a huge impact on my personal life. In this special series, I'm sharing how many of the vital lessons I've learned as an actor have helped me navigate the dating world.

How to dress for a first online-to-offline date

David Zyla — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 06:00:00 -0700

Want to score a second date with Mr. Right? Check out these first date style tips!

3 Ways to change your dating track record

Jessica Padykula — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 05:00:00 -0800

Dating isn’t always all it’s cracked up to be. One night you have fun — and then the next night you have to pretend to have food poisoning just to escape early. If your dating track record hasn’t been great lately, it’s time to turn things around. Check out our top dating tips for doing just that.

How to navigate the crazy world of online dating

Andrea Syrtash — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 05:00:00 -0800

As Schick Quattro for Women's Dating Expert, I've seen it all. Successful dating, dating disasters... you name it, I've dealt with it. To help you all navigate the crazy world of online dating, I'm offering my top dating tips today!

The Facebook factor in love

Dr. Wendy Walsh — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 05:00:00 -0800

If you saw the movie The Social Network, you know that Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg’s big stroke of genius came when he decided to post users’ relationship statuses along with their pictures. I wonder if he could have envisioned how much Facebook has influenced our love lives today.

How to take the stress out of dating

Jessica Padykula — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 09:00:00 -0800

Dating can get exhausting. If you’re going out with guy after guy who you just can’t connect with, something needs to change. We’re here to help you get your dating life back on track and finally meet your match!

3 Compromises you need to make in order to find love

Jessica Padykula — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 05:00:00 -0800

Finding love can be tricky business. For some it seems easy, but others seem to continually miss the mark when it comes to meeting Mr. Right. If you’ve been dealt a bad dating hand lately, it’s time to make a change. Sometimes all it takes to turn things around are a few simple compromises. Read on for some dating tips as to what you might need to change in order to find love.

5 Dating tips that work

Jessica Padykula — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 05:00:00 -0800

Winter isn’t exactly conducive to being social – more like staying in, on the couch under a blanket. But it’s time to get out there and meet some new people despite the weather. To help get you back into the dating game, we turned to Marina Sbrochi, dating coach and author of Stop Looking for a Husband: Find the Love of Your Life. She shares her top dating tips with SheKnows.

How to flirt like a pro

Jessica Padykula — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 07:45:00 -0800

Make this month your flirtiest month yet! You may be more comfortable on the couch than getting out and meeting new people, but what better time than now to focus on fun than just as you're starting to get sick of winter? You never know who you might meet, and with our top flirting tips, you might just find your match.