Today is the day to mount a daring expedition in search of romance.
Nothing symbolizes the breathless thrill of falling in love quite like sparkling diamonds and rubies, or the glint of gold. That’s because we treasure genuine romance as something rare and priceless. Yet many people set out to find it like shoppers headed to the mall. They expect, in a couple of hours, to stroll into a jewelry store, leisurely try on a few options, and then take home the perfect fit, an heirloom that will satisfy them for …

Why do some people seem to attract constant chaos in their lives? Find out the various reasons and motivations behind all of the drama.

See if this sounds familiar: Someone phones you and begins breathlessly blurting out the latest dramatic details from his or her life, with all the urgency and intensity of a 911 call. There’s been a nasty argument with the parents, a row with the roommate, a blow-up with the boss. The particulars of this latest crisis-de-jour aren’t really the point; it’s another BIG PROBLEM to fume and …

Getting a small group of people to agree on anything is difficult, but we’re going to try anyway. In fact, we’re going to try to build consensus among a very large group of people — the daters of the world. Because if we can spread the word, gain acceptance and put a stop to these extremely annoying first date conversations we will have done humankind a service beyond measure.
Most veteran daters could make this list on their own. Newbies will want to read on and avoid the kinds of date …

If you’re interested in meeting people and going on dates, photos need to be a part of your online dating experience. Can it be scary? You bet, but it’s the key to a successful experience. We look at the reasons it is so important to put yourself out there and the types of photos that are absolutely essential.
Whether you’re an online dating pro or a complete newbie, posting photos on your profile can be nerve wracking. After all, people are making important decisions about you based on these snapshots. If …

Meeting in Public: Making a Safe Connection On or Off-line
Making the decision to meet a date in-person for the first time can be exciting. It’s also a great opportunity to revisit the common-sense practices that will give you the confidence and comfort you need to make sure your date goes off without a hitch.
Whenever you’re meeting someone new there are important guidelines to remember.
1. Meet in Public – Whether you have met a person on or off-line, never accept an offer to be picked up at your …

Dating Unplugged
Your undivided attention is essential to successful dating — so don’t let your phone or other gadgets get in the way. Here are three suggestions to get you started.
By now we’ve all witnessed some variation of this scene: Two people sit together in a cozy restaurant or coffee shop. At first glance it would seem obvious they are on a date. The setting is romantic. Both are dressed nicely and neatly groomed. They sit closer than mere friends or business associates are likely to do. Each appears completely absorbed …

There is no tried and true formula for meeting that special someone. We must rely on either luck or the wisdom of others. Using my own experiences and those of friends, family, and strangers, I’ve compiled a list of the five best places to meet a potential mate.
At a Party
Friends (and even acquaintances) are your greatest source for matchmaking. Parties bring together people with different connections to one another, expanding your social network greatly. Talk with your friends, but also mingle with the guests you don’t know. If you’re too shy, ask the …

Dating Superstitions
If you’re prone to engaging in superstitious behavior when it comes to your relationship, it could be that you’re falling in love! See what Bruce M. Hood has to say about Dating Superstitions.
By Bruce M. Hood – Author and Psychologist
When we hear Frank Sinatra singing about “that old black magic called love,” most of us can identify. We recognize those head-over-heels, reason-out-the-window feelings that appear early in a relationship. The effects of falling in love are so powerful and uncontrollable, it’s as if we have been either enchanted or …

8 Signs You’re Dating the Wrong Person
That nagging feeling you have about your relationship may be telling you to get out. Here’s how to determine whether what you’re feeling is normal doubt or something much more serious.
by eHarmony Staff

Is there a nagging voice inside you? Something telling you that maybe this person you’re spending time with isn’t the best person for you to be with? That there’s someone better?

That your current relationship isn’t what you had dreamed for yourself? If so, then these are probably feelings you want to explore …

What onLine Dating Isn’t ..
Author: Date Resource & Info
When people think of the term “online dating”… many imagine getting on a computer, browsing profiles, and exchanging emails with the opposite sex.
Do yourself a favor, wipe this image from your mind RIGHT NOW… STOP thinking of online dating as sitting in front of a computer talking to men all day.
That is NOT what this is all about… Online dating is simply a great tool for finding a great man… then meeting him in person and sharing a great relationship. It is …