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4 Awkward Moves Guys Make When They're Nervous
My brother-in-law enjoys poking fun at me for my stupid moves with women. Here are four of them that some guys make because, frankly, they don't know what else to do.
By Rich Santos Published
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Do You Fear You Have a "Fatal Flaw" in Relationships?
One thing that makes you utterly unlovable?
By Maura Kelly Published
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4 Reasons We Grow Apart After a Breakup
I recently had a bittersweet dream about a girl I was once close to. We were in the water and she had turned into a fish and I couldn't find her. I explained the dream to the girl and we both laughed, and I even admitted that I had an...
By Rich Santos Published
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8 Tips for Being a Great World Cup Date
The sexiest sport -- with the sexiest players -- all month long! Head to your local bar with these surefire ways to impress the biggest soccer fans or rack up points with your man.
By Maura Kelly Published
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Your Geographical Guide to Finding Love
Having trouble finding Mr. Right? Discover how where you live affects the men you meet — and what you can do to up your chances. Plus: Find out the truth about the 7 worst cities for single women.
By Anna Dimond Published
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15 MORE Things Not to Say on a First Date
We never get tired of obsessing over The First Date. Why? Because there are so many ways it can go wrong, and fast.
By Erin Flaherty Published
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How Many Dates Do You Go on Before You Consider Sex?
Over the weekend my friend Lauren shared a few frustrating stories about guys. She told me about a guy who, three dates into their courtship, began pressuring her to have sex with him. Whenever she declined his offer...
By Rich Santos Published
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3 Signs a Guy Is Serious About a Second Date
How you can tell if you're ever going to see him again.
By Maura Kelly Published
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8 Signs You've Hit Dating Rock Bottom
Aside from shedding light on the horror that is the male mind, this blog includes sad personal anecdotes, to help you feel better about yourself.
By Rich Santos Published
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What Men Really Think About Your Cocktail Order
The author of a new book about booze tells us what messages we send with our drink orders.
By Maura Kelly Published
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Should Religion Be a Deal-Breaker?
What about when you're an atheist?
By Maura Kelly Published
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Which of the Sex and the City Girls Is the Most Datable?
With the second Sex and the City movie in theaters, Marie Claire's male dating blogger, Rich Santos, tries to figure out which of the four is best suited for girlfriend status.
By Rich Santos Published
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11 Reasons Why It's Easier to Meet Someone When You Go Out Alone
Being alone is scary, but it has benefits. In fact, it could help you find someone to love
By Rich Santos Published
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6 Secrets to the Perfect Profile Picture
Spice up your online dating profile with these proven tips on taking the best personal photos.
By Maura Kelly Published
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What He Really Thinks of Your Hair
Have you ever taken a Rorschach test? The doctor shows you "inkblots" and you blurt out what comes to mind. The inkblots measure perception of abstract shapes, tapping into the corners of the mind. Hopefully, guys don't...
By Rich Santos Published
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Is It Too Much to Ask for Looks and Personality?
This past weekend my buddy and I were at happy hour chatting with a woman at the bar. I was impressed by how interesting she was, and particularly astounded by the following three things...
By Rich Santos Published
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The Single Most Important Thing to Find Out About a Guy?
Should you find out about a certain crucial relationship as soon as possible?
By Maura Kelly Published
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8 Reasons I Don't Kiss/Make Out on the First Few Dates
I think it's pretty sad that I've never kissed a girl goodnight or made out, sober, after an actual date. The majority of my first kisses/encounters have occurred after knowing the person pretty well, crashing at each others apartment, a...
By Rich Santos Published
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The Art of Letting Your Inner Monster Out at the Right Time
I recently emailed a girl I don't know too well and "ornamented" the email with a joke. Of course my instincts are never correct, so I had my friend Margaret drop by my desk at work and assist me with editing. My clueless...
By Rich Santos Published
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Does Texting Help or Hurt Romance?
He Said/She Said
By Kory Kennedy Published
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Does Waiting to Have Sex Make Any Difference?
Will holding out make a guy more into you than he would've been otherwise?
By Maura Kelly Published
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Would You Stay with a Great Guy if the Sex Was Bad?
The other day my buddy and I were sitting with his female roommate (Sarah) when she said something crazy but interesting. She's currently dating a great guy who treats her well. Her last boyfriend cheated on her and didn't treat her wel...
By Rich Santos Published
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4 Ways to Make Someone Feel Guilty for Dumping You
One of the few things about me that might make me a wonderful boyfriend is the fact that guilt is a 24/7 element in my life. Even if there's nothing to be guilty about, I create guilty within myself. When someone makes me feel guil...
By Rich Santos Published
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5 Rules of Text Etiquette
Get those thumbs under control, would you?
By Maura Kelly Published
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Is It Cheating if You Don't Get Caught?
The other day I saw a couple of women on the Today Show doing an interview and quipping that cheating was not really cheating as long as no one gets caught. I was surprised that my conversations with co-workers about this idea
By Rich Santos Published
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Should You Put Your Man Before Your Career?
Love before success? A new book argues that putting your man first could be your smartest career move.
By Sally Lauckner Published