Rich Santos

Latest articles by Rich Santos

9 Reasons He's Leading You On

It's truly an art to lead someone on. You have to defy physics...

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  When It Comes to Dating, Are You Too Nice?

  It's hard to tell when a guy is crazy, doesn't have game, or just thinks he's too good to be rejected.

  By Rich Santos Published 11 October 10

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  7 Ways Guys Use Gimmicks to Get Your Attention

  Yes, guys sometimes rely on certain tricks meant to get your attention.

  By Rich Santos Published 7 October 10

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  What Scares You Most About Marriage?

  After my little sister's beautiful wedding in the Wine Country of Long Island, New York, I'm considering the scariest element of marriage.

  By Rich Santos Published 5 October 10

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  Should You Ever Get Back Together with an Ex? Pros & Cons

  Making a decision is challenging because it feels like you're damned if you do, damned if you don't.

  By Rich Santos Published 27 September 10

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  6 Types of Humor That Won't Work with the Ladies

  Women tell me that sense of humor and ability to make them laugh is number one on their list for attraction even higher than appearance.

  By Rich Santos Published 22 September 10

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  How Does Your Online Persona Affect Your Dating Life?

  In the old days, our pictures and stories used to live safely in vaults in our own home. But now, many of us have an "online persona."

  By Rich Santos Published 20 September 10

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  6 Questions That Go Through His Head Before He Asks You Out

  Once a girl gives me her number and agrees that "we should go out sometime," things get all complicated.

  By Rich Santos Published 17 September 10

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  What Would You Do for a Guy's Attention?

  Another weekend, yet another bachelor party this time it was in New Orleans.

  By Rich Santos Published 16 September 10

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  Is There a Wrong Way to Propose?

  A young woman recently emailed me about her boyfriend who proposed to her during sex.

  By Rich Santos Published 13 September 10



Apparently, My Fantasy Relationship Is Depicted in a J. Crew Catalog

I hear that romantic fantasizing is healthy. But, like anything, too much of it might be detrimental.

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  Does an Invitation to One's Place Mean They Want to Make Out?

  Many guys consider the two invitations one and the same.

  By Rich Santos Published 7 September 10

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  Would You Date an Unemployed Guy?

  A new study shows women have no problem dating men who don't have jobs.

  By Rich Santos Published 1 September 10

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  Are You Coming On Too Strong?

  Among the many "rules" my girl friends tell me to follow:

  By Rich Santos Published 30 August 10

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  I'm Swearing Off "First Dates"

  The other day I saw a vomit-inducing commercial on Match.com featuring "matched" couples on dates in various stages of bliss. Contrary to Match's portrayal, I'm not sure first dates are ideal situations for falling in love.

  By Rich Santos Published 27 August 10

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  Are You a Boring Date?

  In the beginning, the conversation flowed, and there was even laughter. But things went south the second half of the date.

  By Rich Santos Published 25 August 10

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  What Guys Really Think of Blondes

  Do gentlemen really prefer blondes? We asked a real guy to get his take.

  By Rich Santos Published 24 August 10

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  How to Get Him to Commit (or Not)

  The romantic graveyard is filled with headstones revealing reasons behind dead relationships. Ironically, one reason you might see is: They shared their feelings...

  By Rich Santos Published 18 August 10

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  7 Physically Painful Things About Dating

  I'm convinced that dating is a physically taxing endeavor, and I wonder if I can deal with...

  By Rich Santos Published 13 August 10

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  8 Annoying Things Couples Do

  I feel a bit guilty because I'm a closet romantic, but some couple behavior is so annoying.

  By Rich Santos Published 12 August 10



5 Strategies I'd Use to Weather My Girlfriend's PMS

Women seem to seek men who can deal with them while they're PMSing. Here are a few options I'd try with said lady friend.

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  4 Types of Women He Wants to "Fix"

  Figuring out what type of girl I want to be with includes going for the wrong type of girl, multiple times...

  By Rich Santos Published 5 August 10

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  Old Lady Perfume & Snorting: A Guy's Date Deal Breakers

  Sonic and Olfactory Dating Deal Breakers - Smells and Sounds That Turn Men Off

  By Rich Santos Published 3 August 10

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  What's the Worst Thing About Being Single?

  My experience at the wedding I attended this past weekend has illuminated what is the most annoying/painful thing about being single.

  By Rich Santos Published 2 August 10

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  How to Reject a Friend (Who, Like, Totally Likes You)

  Rejection is a fine art that requires tact, sensitivity, and thought... if you're going to do it in a humane way.

  By Rich Santos Published 29 July 10

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  A Guy's Perspective on Sugar Daddies (& Mamas)

  I read a fellow MarieClaire.com blogger's post about how to obtain a sugar daddy, and it was pertinent, given my experience. I actually disagreed with a couple of her points.

  By Rich Santos Published 27 July 10

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  Is It Still "Good Sex" if You Don't Have an Orgasm?

  A real guy confesses that he feels he's failed a woman if he can't bring her the big bang.

  By Rich Santos Published 24 July 10

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  Is Not Wanting Children a Deal Breaker? (Part 2)

  The three topics that cause the most conflict in relationships are money management, where to live, and whether a couple should have children.

  By Rich Santos Published 19 July 10

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  Is Not Wanting Children a Deal Breaker? (Part 1)

  A recent trip to the beach with my family sparked a debate in my mind about whether I really ever wanted to have kids.

  By Rich Santos Published 16 July 10

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  How Not to Greet (and Depart!) a First Date

  Hellos and goodbyes are so important in dating. Hellos dictate the ever important first impression. And goodbyes leave a lasting impression.

  By Rich Santos Published 9 July 10