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When you are single again after the death of your beloved spouse, getting back out into the world of modern dating, let alone online dating, can feel like a roller coaster. Trust me, I’ve been there. I was widowed at 37. Most widowed singles are one of the millions of midlife singles in the contemporary dating scene. I used the term “widowed” to include both widows and widowers. First of all, give yourself a...

Guess what, if we just started dating, I probably don’t want to hear about your lesbian dating past on our first date. That was simple, right? Sure it seems simple, but let’s talk about what you’re doing when you bring your past into a possible relationship. You’re messing it up. When you’re busy telling me about your past dating experiences, I’m wondering if you’re over that lesbian. I’m wondering if you’re...

We know the stats: Women are continuing to make strides in the professional world and now outnumber men in many graduate programs. It’s a phenomenal time in women’s history when it comes to the working world. But all those career achievements don’t always lead to relationship success. I coach many professional women to get out of their own way in the dating world. Here are the top phrases to lose if you want a...

Every date I’ve had in the past year had originated from an online source. One of the earliest began with the occasional hello on Grindr and eventually escalated into a full-fledged text relationship. We realized through our incessant messages we were texting on the precipice of a great relationship. Everything was going so well I even included him in my imaginary Oscar acceptance speech because I knew I’d...

Reader Question: I am an attractive, fit and fun-loving 63-year-old female. I am tired of going to Internet dating sites and singles events because the men you meet have lots of baggage and are not interested in any kind of long-term relationship. Is there any other way to meet decent men? -Melody (Missouri) Dr. Wendy Walsh's Answer: Dear Melody, Gentle newsflash: Any person who is in their 50s or 60s...

Reader Question: I met this girl online and we talked for a couple of weeks. We were supposed to hang out, but she flaked on me. Last time we talked was about a week ago. I know she is afraid about meeting people from online. Should I text or call her? What should I say? -Mike (California) Dr. Wendy Walsh's Answer: Dear Mike, Call her. Gain her trust. I agree she should be wary about meeting people...

Dating in your 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond is a whole 'nother ball game compared to dating in your 20s, and our 10 Best Midlife Dating Experts know how to play the game. From finding love later in life to overcoming loss, these men and women have the firsthand experience. April...

Money can be a very contentious issue when you're dating, and money can be the main cause for a relationship breakup, whether through a disparity between the people in the relationship or a complete lack of funds. When we first enter a relationship, the money sense in us is pretty much switched off. We can make extravagant gestures, buy meals out in fancy restaurants, give bouquets of flowers and enjoy weekends...

There truly are plenty of fish in the sea, but that’s not always a good thing, especially when it comes to how you’re going to stand out to the rest of them. The good news is if you put a little effort into it, it’s easy. How? Be interested and, more than that, be interesting! So many women think they should dumb themselves down on the first date, be agreeable, be nice, nod a lot, not reveal too much…be...

Without a strategic plan in place, dating can be an overwhelming experience. Feeling like a “fish out of water,” many gay men may flounder in their efforts to try and find a compatible dating partner, typically being ruled by attraction and chemistry that usually can overshadow the fact there is little in common beyond that spark. Having a solid understanding of who you are, what you stand for and what you’re...

My philosophy that online dating is just personal marketing is not without cause. I consistently use a ton of marketing techniques to get daters more dates through online dating. As a former marketing executive, it shouldn't surprise you this article is going to be all about brand positioning. Before you can write your online dating profile, you must position your brand. If marketing isn't your thing, you may...

A study sheds light on online dating scams and the responsibilities of dating companies. Conducted by Monica Whitty, with the University of Leicester, and Tom Buchanan, with the University of Westminster, the study found even when victims felt suspicious when an online match asked for money, they still fulfilled the request. Researchers said since 2007, nearly 230,000 individuals in the U.K. have been the victim of...

I think most gay men would agree with me one of the biggest dating challenges unique to the LGBTQ+ community is the whole riddle of the “closet.” Some guys are in it, and some guys aren’t. Some men kind of just chill there for five days a week and then parade out of it on the wings of a feather boa when Saturday rolls around. Others are kind of perpetually half-in and half-out, depending on their whereabouts. Some...

Reader Question: I went out with this guy for the first time. The night went well and he said we would have to do it again very soon. Then he invited me out again but had to cancel because he didn't have a babysitter for his 7-year-old daughter. I sent him a text in the morning and he sent me a text that night saying “Hey beautiful,” but when I said, “Hi. How are you?” he didn't respond. What is going...

Reader Question: I went on a first date. It all ended with a heavy make-out session and we both went to our respective homes. I scheduled another date with her. She text me letting me know she had a good time and we confirmed our plans. I want to message her more because I like her so much, but I am afraid she will get turned off. Should I trust my mind or my heart? -Stew (Louisiana) Dr. Wendy: Stew, you...

I don’t know about you, but I really love perfume — I mean a lot. When I’m out meeting men, I want to make sure I’m not only looking good, but smelling good as well. Now let me ask you a question: How attractive would I be if I opted for roach spray rather than the floral scent I usually wear? I'm talking about good old-fashioned Raid roach spray, sprayed all over my tiny body. Oooo yes, doesn’t that just ooze sex...

Reader Question: I posted two profile pictures. One was a close-up and the other a full-body picture. I received an email from a guy I was also interested in. His email simply said "Sexy!" I did not know how to respond to that other than to say thank you and I thought he was sexy, too. I also pointed out some things we had in common and indicated my interest in chatting with him more. His response back to me was...

All right, in my “Don't Write This Profile” series, we've moved on to #4: The Angry Profile. Let's see if you can recognize this baby: "PLEASE READ MY PROFILE: I'm on here looking for someone who matches my description. Don't contact me if you don't first read my profile! Please don't send me a wink just for the sake of ‘winking.’ Let’s save each other’s time. I have plenty of friends and I'm on this site...

No, I’m not kidding. I know you are saying to yourself, "Online dating is tough." Well, that’s why you need to tackle it with tough love. Tough love is what you have to give yourself. You’ve got to keep yourself motivated and stay in the game. Too often you get into a pity party about what’s not happening with online dating and you quit. It’s really hard to make online dating work when you are constantly...

Growing up gay, we didn’t receive any socialization on certain rites of passage when it comes to love and relationships. The only dating template we had to go on was the male-female variety. While dating and romance can take on similar qualities as our straight counterparts’, there are also some very real differences. With two men, who holds the door open? Who pays for the first date? Who does what? There are no...

So you met your significant other online. You want to boast to the whole world about how amazing she is, except for one little problem. You met the person online. When asked how you met, your head tilts down and you mutter under your breath, “Oh, we ummm...met through a friend.” After all, meeting through friends, co-workers or at a bar is the “normal” way to meet, right? Wrong. These days, online dating is...

Lately, dating advice mostly comes in the form of blogs, podcasts and video. However, sometimes nothing beats having a good book in your hands. From traditional to unique, our 10 Best Dating Books are filled from cover to cover with quality tips for improving your love life. These are page turners you won't be able to put down. Men Are From Mars, Women Are From...

You’re a single lesbian and you want a relationship. You want a date with a single lesbian and you’re wondering where the heck is she? Well, she’s online. Yes, online dating sites are the best places to find single lesbians. Sure, you can meet gay girls other places, but are you? When was the last time you got a woman’s number while at a bar, softball game, potluck or meetup? And how often does that happen? So if...

Reader Question: I'm 22 and I met a 33-year-old woman. She looks like she is in her mid-20s. I told the girl I had very much enjoyed her company and hoped to see her again. She suggested I look her up on Facebook and we keep in touch. I live in Philly and she lives in Wilmington, Del. I am very attracted to her and would like to have a real date, yet I am stumped as to what to do now. I am not sure if she enjoyed...

Reader Question: I am a very "young" 69-year-old woman. I do not look, feel or act my age. I have been on a dating site, but the men all look so old! I was in a relationship with someone who was 56 and I was 68. We had a great time, but he was still hung up on his ex-wife. How do I go about meeting someone? -Janet (Ohio) Dr. Wendy Walsh's Answer: Dear Janet, You have two choices: 1. Send online...

You get all dolled up, you go on the date, you like what you see, you flirt with him, and you have a great time. You feel something special there and you think he does, too. Now what? Do you do the modern thing and ask him out for the second date? My answer is NO. Let the man be a man. There are three things you can do to secure the second date: 1. Give indications you like him. Playing hard to get is so...

Reader Question: I went on a date with a girl after three weeks of Skyping. The date ended up back at my house and we fooled around. We continued talking sexual after she got home that night and a couple days after. She told me she feels she has the best of both worlds, a physical and intellectual attraction with me. After a week, our second date came around. That morning and afternoon I didn’t hear from her. I...

As a woman, whatever your time of life, it’s important for you to feel vital and attractive in yourself first. Still, while you’re a single midlife woman looking and feeling great in your 50s, it’s ego deflating and daunting to face the online singles scene when all you see are 50-something single men wanting to only date much younger women. Senior single women will often come to my singles seminars saying it...

According to a recent dating study by SuperDatesNow, nearly 40 percent of adults who meet online will never meet in person. The study shows that bringing your online dating life into the real world can be a challenge. For a variety of reasons, couples may decide to keep their relationship strictly online. However, if your goal is to turn your online date into a real-world relationship - also known as offline...

Dating advice isn't just limited to magazine articles and self-help books. Video bloggers have taken the dating world by storm by providing useful advice through an entertaining platform. Our 10 Best Dating Vloggers have all the characteristics daters look for in a good video blogger - charisma, humor, quirkiness and even costumes! Jenna...