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: Newly-single mothers often need community support just as much as they need advice about divorce, finances, and parenting. Australian... Read More »

When I was 15, I told a friend that I was interested in him romantically. He let me down gently. I didn’t know why he wasn’t into me, but I later learned... Read More »

The Short Version: Your burning questions about sex deserve answers. That’s where Beducated comes in. The online platform offers guides, courses, and... Read More »

The Short Version: Fear can turn decision-making into an impossible process, especially when your relationship is on the line. Nicole Richardson, Licensed... Read More »

The Short Version: If your relationship problems have become too overwhelming, it’s time to focus on friendship with your partner. We talked to Michael... Read More »

From afar, Kate and Andy looked like the perfect couple. He was a "golden boy" college hockey player, and she was a soft-spoken childhood education major.... Read More »

The Short Version: After surveying thousands of its young user base, Bumble has once again released its dating trend predictions for the upcoming year.... Read More »

The Short Version: Flure is a dating app for safely exploring your kinks and desires. The new Dream Matches feature ensures you’ll never miss a great match... Read More »

Christmas is a time for giving, receiving, eating, and rejoicing. Yes, this is the time of year when people go the extra mile to make each other happy,... Read More »

The Short Version: Curious about matchmaking, but not sure where to start? We talked to Jill Dunn, a professional matchmaker, about the basics of... Read More »

The Short Version: Every couple encounters obstacles in their relationship. Why not face them on a weekend getaway? Dr. Dana McNeil offers Therapy Getaway... Read More »

The Short Version: Speed dating just may be the efficient, drama-free social event of the past — and the future, if Robert Ryall has anything to do with... Read More »

The Short Version: The dating app RAW encourages spontaneous connections and banishes catfish with its in-the-moment photo feature. We spoke to RAW’s... Read More »

The Short Version: Veil is the marriage-minded Muslim dating app you’ve been looking for. Designed for modern single Muslims in the Middle East and beyond,... Read More »

The Short Version: Relationships face their first real test at the end of the honeymoon phase. Will your love grow, or will it fade? Men’s relationship... Read More »

The Short Version: If you’re new to the ethical non-monogamy community or simply want to learn more about it, Nonmono is a go-to educational resource.... Read More »

The Short Version: Finding a partner can feel like a time crunch, but new available resources are proving that dating is timeless. Matchmaker Misao McBride... Read More »

The Short Version: If you’re looking for a simpler approach to online dating, Free Dating is the spot for you. One of the UK’s most popular (and aptly... Read More »

The Short Version: Dating coach Kimberly Hill specializes in helping men rebuild confidence and find meaningful relationships after divorce or long-term... Read More »

The Short Version: Have a love question you’ve been dying to ask a psychic? Sarah Kramer talked to us about how you can make that happen with AstroInner.... Read More »