What’s Up with All the Matchmaker Shows?

Survivor started it all, but reality TV seems to constantly be looking for new ways to reinvent itself. Reality Run Down They moved from a remote tropical jungle to a concrete one with billionaire Donald Trump firing the weakest contenders. The Amazing Race tested relationships during a race around the world. Then there’s the good old rose ceremony on the Bachelor. But not all reality shows are about contests anymore. We can also peak into people’s daily lives. For instance, you can follow the life of former pop star Victoria Beckham (a.k.a. Posh Spice), see how “little people” survive in … Continue reading →

Should You Play Matchmaker?

It is getting very close to Valentine’s Day. It is a time of the year for love and romance. It is also the time of the year for matchingmaking and setting up blind dates. It can be very hard to see friends and loved ones alone this time of the year. No one wants to think of anyone, especially those that they are close to, of being alone on Valentine’s Day. However, there are many things to think about before you begin to play cupid. Setting up your friend or family member may seem like a great idea. Yet when … Continue reading →

Do You Have Criteria for Dating?

Recently in one of my articles, I read a comment from JadeWalker (a very devoted reader) about one of her questions that she used to ask men when she was dating. She questioned them about their current relationship with ex girlfriends. She prefers men who are mature enough to handle a friendship or at least a civil relationship with exs. After reading this comment I began thinking about certain criteria that we have for dating and for marriage. To be honest, I really do not think that I had any. I had standards for wanting a nice guy. I would … Continue reading →

Can a Guy be Too Nice?

I have heard it said a few times before that women are attracted to men who treat them badly or that women are not “into” nice guys. This of course is a ridiculous idea, right? What woman would say that she wants a man to treat her badly or that she does not appreciate being pampered by a sweet male? While I really do think that there are not many women who will admit it, there is some truth to the sayings listed at the beginning of this article. After thinking about how many relationships work, perhaps women are a … Continue reading →

Can Casanovas Ever Really Commit?

Yesterday on the Today show they had a guy on named Paul Janka, a self-proclaimed “serial seducer.” Meredith Vieira interviewed him, and I was cracking up because she tried to maintain journalistic integrity. She tried not to form an opinion of him and to present the matter impartially, but I got the distinct impression she didn’t think too much of him. I didn’t either. He claims he’s had over 100 bedroom conquests and doesn’t feel bad about loving and leaving them. He says he was honest with his intentions up front and they knew what to expect. His Philosophy He … Continue reading →

Meeting Someone New

Starting a conversation or trying to get know a person you are attracted to can be difficult. Just being around the person can make you nervous and anxious. You begin to have thoughts of rejection. What if he or she does not feel the same way about you? Some marriage results from lifelong friendships. However, some marriages result form people that just met. Do not be afraid to meet new people. If you are single and looking for a relationship, you want others to find you approachable. Initiating a potential relationship with another person can be easier than it seems. … Continue reading →

More About Finding “The One”

Previously I discussed the heartbreak and discouragement that some people have trying to find the right person to spend their lives with. For some, finding true love takes longer than for others. These people can experience loneliness and hopelessness. However, finding your mate does not have to be so hard. Taking a close look at yourself and digging deep into your heart to discover what type of person you are looking for is a good start. Going to the right places to meet the types of people you are looking for is also helpful. In addition to interest clubs and … Continue reading →

Finding “The One”

Finding that special person that you wish to spend the rest of your life with is not always an easy task. Some of us are lucky enough to find our mate when we were not even looking. Others, such as Courtney, found her mate in her dreams. However, some people spend years searching and wondering if the right person will ever come along. When thinking about your ideal mate you must also think about yourself. We can easily get wrapped up in thinking of the world’s idealistic person rather than the one that best matches our personality and life. Begin … Continue reading →

Making the Best out of Dating

Honestly, I will admit that I would hate to be back out on the dating scene right now. I can imagine with my age and two children it would not be as fun as it was in high school. Many people feel the same way that I do about the hunt for that special someone. They want it to happen but without all of the hassle of bad dates and obnoxious pick-up lines. However, if you are single and available think of it as a time to explore your options. Try to make the best out of your situation and … Continue reading →

Meeting Someone Online Continued

Previously I discussed how it would not be my preference to meet my mate online. However today’s technological world has allowed for many happy couples to begin their relationship on the Internet. In my last article I also offered some tips for meeting or looking for a companion online. In those tips, I discussed how it is important to be honest about your appearance but not too open about your personal information. Your safety should always come first. When you first meet someone online, it is best in the beginning to keep the conversations to emails only. Learn all that … Continue reading →