Mackenzie Buck

Mackenzie Buck
Mackenzie Buck is an experienced writer who earned a master's degree with distinction from the University of Manchester. Her relationship advice has been featured on the New York Post, and she has contributed stories to US News & World Report. She has worn a variety of hats in the digital marketing space over the years and is excited to bring her unique voice and storytelling chops to DatingAdvice.

Latest Posts

53 posts written/edited to date
The Photo Sharing App Looking to Win Over Social Media Skeptics
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The Photo App Looking to Win Over Social Media Skeptics

By: Mackenzie Buck • 1/20/25

The Short Version: We share photos with loved ones to invite them into our life experience, but the digital age has...(read more)

What Is Monogamy & Is It Realistic In Modern Dating?
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What Is Monogamy?

By: Mackenzie Buck • 1/7/25

If you’re a ‘90s kid like me, monogamy has been imprinted in your mind just as much as a love for Jim Carrey and the...(read more)

What Is a Remote Relationship? Love in the Age of Technology
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The Rise of Remote Relationships

By: Mackenzie Buck • 12/17/24

If love is a battlefield, then long-distance relationships are the trenches — and my aunt and uncle were the toughest...(read more)

What Is Active Listening? And How Can It Fix Your Relationship?
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Can Active Listening Fix Your Relationship?

By: Mackenzie Buck • 11/25/24

I’m coming in hot with a story to start us off. On the way to get tacos, my ex and I once got into an argument about...(read more)

The African American Museum is Philly’s Unexpected Date Hotspot
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This Museum is Philly's Unexpected Date Hotspot

By: Mackenzie Buck • 11/18/24

The Short Version: A good date location should give couples plenty of room for thoughtful conversation, and that's...(read more)

Pure Dating App Review (2025)
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Pure Dating App Review

By: Mackenzie Buck • 10/23/24

Some of us dream about the kind of romance that musicians write songs about. You know, the kind that fills all the...(read more)

Is eharmony Worth It? 2025 Reviews & Success Stories
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Is eharmony Worth It?

By: Mackenzie Buck • 10/15/24

Let’s get down to brass tacks: It’s getting harder and harder to find love. But considering that you’re here right...(read more)

Like Attracts Like– Why This Dating Expert Says Opposites Don’t Attract 
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Why This Dating Expert Says Opposites Don't Attract

By: Mackenzie Buck • 10/2/24

The Short Version: The dating world is full of options, but not always opportunities. That’s where professional...(read more)

What Are Dating Personals? Definition & How They Work
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What Are Dating Personals?

By: Mackenzie Buck • 9/19/24

Take a caveman and transport him in your time machine to the present day, and he’ll tell you (in grunts): “Wow, a...(read more)

What Is Online Messaging? A Comprehensive Guide for Dating and Relationships
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What Is Online Messaging?

By: Mackenzie Buck • 9/18/24

As someone with parents in their 50s, I spend a good amount of time during Thanksgivings, Christmases, and family...(read more)

BiCupid Review: How It Works & Who It Helps (2025)
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BiCupid Review & Alternatives

By: Mackenzie Buck • 9/17/24

Unless you, like my favorite marine friend Patrick Star, have been living under a rock, you know that the journey to...(read more)

Navigating Casual Hookups: The History, Downsides & Tips
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How to Navigate Casual Hookups

By: Mackenzie Buck • 9/11/24

The first time casual sex was brought to my attention, I was a freshman in college and still on my religious high horse...(read more)

What Is a Compatibility Quiz?
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What Is a Compatibility Quiz?

By: Mackenzie Buck • 9/9/24

One thing I’ve learned over the years as a single observer of the dating world is that most people struggle to know...(read more)

What Are Friends With Benefits? A Guide for Navigating the Gray Area
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How to Navigate "Friends With Benefits"

By: Mackenzie Buck • 8/29/24

The year 2011 was interesting for the cultural zeitgeist. Adele was reaching mega-stardom by setting fire to the rain,...(read more)

What Is Online Dating? Finding Romance in the Digital Age
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How Does Online Dating Work?

By: Mackenzie Buck • 8/27/24

At this point, it’s clear that the dating zeitgeist has changed. You can’t walk into a coffee shop or partake in a...(read more)

What Is Queer? Defining What It Means in the Dating World 
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What Does Queer Mean?

By: Mackenzie Buck • 8/22/24

The story of the word “queer” is one of vitriol, discrimination, and, eventually, redemption. Historically used as a...(read more)

What Is Compatibility Matching in Online Dating? An Expert Guide
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How Does Compatibility Matching Work?

By: Mackenzie Buck • 8/6/24

The haters and naysayers can talk down about dating apps all they want, but the truth cannot be denied: Dating apps are...(read more)

What Is Direct Messaging: From Initial Contact to Offline Interactions
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How to Master Direct Messaging

By: Mackenzie Buck • 8/1/24

I don’t know if you have heard, but it’s going down in the DMs. Amid the significant cultural changes that have come...(read more)

What Is Sexting? Exploring the Nuances of Digital Intimacy
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What Is Sexting?

By: Mackenzie Buck • 7/29/24

Thanks to modern technology, we can now send memes to friends halfway across the world. We can order hot and fresh food...(read more)

9 Senior Dating Stats That Show It’s Tough Out There
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Senior Dating Stats

By: Mackenzie Buck • 7/23/24

Senior dating can be a complex topic to breach, but that doesn’t mean it has to feel like a Darren Aronofsky film....(read more)