About the Expert

About the Expert

Lillian Castro

Lillian Castro

Senior Editor

Lillian Guevara-Castro edits news content across all verticals at Digital Brands, applying her 30 years of experience as a writer and editor to take DatingAdvice articles to the next level. She has worked at The Atlanta Journal and Constitution, Gwinnett Daily News (GA), Gainesville Sun (FL), and The New York Times, where she covered lifestyle trends, among other topics. Lillian has a degree in journalism and communications from Georgia State University and brings her fact-checking expertise to ensure all content is accurate and engaging.

The Short Version: Dating after losing a spouse can be a challenging experience, but dating and community app Chapter 2 is making it a little easier. The... Read More »

Although the LGBTQ+ community uses online dating platforms far more often than their straight counterparts, harassment is still a major concern. Gay men... Read More »

It can be tough to put yourself out there on the internet, but online dating is becoming a popular choice for many seniors. That said, not every senior who... Read More »

In 2020, the number of Latin people living in the United States hit 62.1 million, representing 19% of the U.S. population. That makes this the... Read More »

The Short Version: Matchmaking is a journey, and Heather Drury, Director of Coaching at The Matchmaking Company, shed some tips for singles hoping to make... Read More »

If you and your partner fight, I have great news for you. So does every other couple — ever! Part of learning to navigate a romantic relationship is... Read More »

The Short Version: You may think singles in big cities have it easiest: big dating pools, plenty of bars and restaurants, and too many picture-perfect date... Read More »

You lock eyes. You feel a tingle in your stomach. Your heart rate increases. A smile spontaneously creeps around the corner of your lips. These are the... Read More »

Online dating is certainly the most popular way to date nowadays, but it’s not the only way. Singles of diverse backgrounds are looking to matchmakers for... Read More »

The Short Version: If you’re planning a wedding in Los Angeles, you can skip the hassle of searching through gig economy sites for a DJ or MC. Second Song... Read More »

If you’re dating with the goal of finding a lasting relationship, it can be tricky to find the right online dating platform to support your goals. So many... Read More »

Scroll across any dating app nowadays, and you’ll spot the usual wish list: a kind heart, loyal soul, and an appetite for adventure. But tucked between the... Read More »

As a men’s dating expert, I receive plenty of inquiries and questions from men who want to date better and figure out what’s going on in their dating... Read More »

We live in a time when robots are waiting tables, doctors are 3D-printing human tissue, and tech company founders are being blasted into space in rocket... Read More »

The Short Version: Sex and relationship therapist Isiah McKimmie is passionate about helping couples achieve sexual freedom in their relationships. From... Read More »

The Short Version: The internet has made international dating more accessible than ever before, and singles interested in dating people in other countries... Read More »

The Short Version: Coming off a broken engagement in her 20s, Sophy Singer went on 150 online dates and decided there had to be a better way. But only... Read More »

The Short Version: Insecurities are a big threat in dating. But they don’t have to be. Licensed Clinical Social Worker and host of the podcast "Deeper... Read More »

The Short Version: Attending a wedding is a beautiful and life-changing experience. But as beautiful as it is, wedding planning is far from simple. That’s... Read More »

The Short Version: Vine Street Brewing Co. in Kansas City, Missouri, offers everything you could want in a brewery date night and more. The brewery is... Read More »