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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.
Before becoming a dating coach, oh boy did I go through some dating struggles! I eventually found my happily ever after…but only after my heart had been... Read More »
Lately in the press I’ve seen a trend of negativity surrounding online dating. Numerous articles discuss the decline of online dating, the burnout... Read More »
Taking the first step is almost always the hardest part — maybe that's why first dates feel so challenging. It can be exhausting to take the risk... Read More »
Everyone has felt that dread well up inside when trying to think of something clever or cute to say to their online match and coming up empty…or worse yet,... Read More »
Dating can be a whole lot of mixed messaging. Is it “metrosexual” or “lumbersexual?” Dad bod or gym bod? Act aloof like you don’t care or chase her for all... Read More »
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Reddit's algorithms recently pointed me toward a subreddit called Waiting to Wed, probably because I frequent subreddits where people share their... Read More »
Let’s be real for a second — dating can be exhausting at times. And if you’re living in a small town, the options are limited, and there isn’t always an... Read More »
I know how exciting it can be when you finally meet someone who is physically attractive and mentally stimulating. It can feel like you've won the jackpot,... Read More »
One of my favorite episodes from “Modern Family” is the one where Cam tricks Jay into joining an all-gay bowling league. The premise in itself is... Read More »
I’m a data journalist and dating writer, so I get pretty pumped for nerdy things like a survey about what people think about sex and love. I have a lot of... Read More »
I'm sure you've heard that old joke: “What does a lesbian bring on a second date? A U-Haul.” It’s a running gag that’s been floating around queer... Read More »
Before becoming a dating coach, I learned a lot from totally screwing up my own love life. Talking with my clients today, I've noticed something we both... Read More »
For most of my early childhood, my dad was a single father. My mother passed away when I was a baby, and so it fell to my dad (and our extended family; it... Read More »
There have always been generational differences in how we date. When I started dating as a 2010s teenager, my mom lamented that my high school romance was... Read More »
When it comes to relationships, communication is crucial. Think about it this way: You can’t have a relationship with another person without ever... Read More »
The Short Version: Do you constantly overanalyze texts or find yourself emotionally exhausted in your relationships? Anxious attachment patterns could be... Read More »
The Short Version: Many singles struggle to feel chemistry with their online matches once they meet in person. Video-based dating app noii is solving this... Read More »
The Short Version: If you’re neurodivergent, then you understand just how challenging it can be to explain your perspective to others. Benjamin Meyer, a... Read More »
The Short Version: Linda Bloom LCSW has been helping couples lead healthier relationships since 1975, and while a lot has changed, relationships are facing... Read More »