Most singles have a sincere desire to be in a committed monogamous relationship. However connecting with the right person in 2017 can be challenging, especially in the real world. With the number of dating apps available, having someone spend their evenings swiping right to left, and constantly viewing profiles on dating websites can cause Online Dating Fatigue (yes, its a real … [Read more...]
Celebrity Stylist Gives You, Ladies, 10 Tips for a Winning Online Dating Profile Photo
Congratulations, if you've decided to take the first step into the world of online dating. But first there's one thing you should know. Your profile picture means EVERYTHING. Yes, it might be true that a picture is worth 1,000 words. And in the specific case of online dating, a picture can often say more for trust, attraction, red flags and compatibility than those 1,000 … [Read more...]
Yes, Single Christian Women are Killing-it on Tinder WITHOUT Hooking-Up
Flava Flav said it best: “Don’t believe the hype.” What started out as a simple statement ended up in a huge group conversation over some wings and potato salad at a housewarming party. Debra (we’ll call her), a 27-year-old Christian woman, commented to me that her sister recommended she start online dating. This wasn’t news to her because I told Debra she should start … [Read more...]
Why Online Dating Shows No Love for Black Girls
In a small study of college-aged men, these males were more likely to rate profiles higher if the females were of their same race. Yet, those who claim not to hold a racial bias in regards to their dating preference were more likely to show proclivity toward a race. It’s interesting to note that both black men and white men, who claimed race wasn’t a factor, were more likely … [Read more...]
Going Nowhere with Internet Dating? The Next New Dating App is Here
At first, the idea of online dating seemed scary. But a new study suggests more Americans are warming up to the concept of finding love online. So much so, the online dating and matchmaking industry has become a huge success. With more potential mates online, there should be more opportunities to find someone. Right? Yet, the caveat is social media is still a bit impersonal … [Read more...]
4 Social Media No-No’s. This Study Will Better Your Chances with Online Dating
Despite your mother’s constant warnings, the Internet is actually a valid place to meet new people and a potential romantic partner. According to the Pew Research Center, 59 percent of Americans now consider online dating a “good way to meet people.” And over the last three years, the number of people using online dating tools has increased in nearly every age group. So … [Read more...]
Modern Dating Challenges and How to Overcome Them
As this season of It’s Not You, It’s Men comes to a close, I wanted to return to a topic discussed earlier on the show. Hosts Rev. Run and Tyrese Gibson were joined by Comedian Yvette Nicole Brown, Tinder CEO Sean Rad and model/actress Amber Rose to examine the modern romance and how to date in 2016. The panel discussed the following challenges people encounter in modern … [Read more...]
Is Your Marriage in a Rut? Try Online Dating
By Michelle Y. Talbert, Esq. OK, OK, before you click away thinking that this is a post suggesting that you swing or cheat, take heed. In addition to meeting people who you may not otherwise encounter, online dating is a great way to get to know someone and connect based on shared interests and attraction or, as I will discuss below, RE-connect with someone; like that spouse … [Read more...]
3 Tips for Getting Back Into the Dating Scene
Are you wondering how to get back into the dating scene? Maybe you're dating after divorce or a long-term relationship. Or, you may be like the average single in the U.S. who hasn't been on a date in 2 years or more! If so, you may have questions about how the dating game has changed, what your role is in finding "The One," and why you're struggling with finding quality people … [Read more...]
How I Met My Husband Online
I used to be a digital skeptic. My nickname is Analog Girl after all. Ten years ago, I even lugged around a paper planner, feverishly flipping through pages to schedule appointments. I even refused to purchase an E-reader because I felt like there was nothing comparable to holding an actual book and marking in the margins. That all changed one night after reading his … [Read more...]
Money Monday: Why Identity Thieves Love Your Online Profiles
It appears the days of Bonnie and Clyde are behind us as the FBI reports a steady decline in the number of bank robberies. We shouldn't be surprised though. Why use a gun and mask when you can simply steal someone's identity and money using a home computer? In 2011 alone, identity fraud increased by 13 percent with more than 11.6 million Americans becoming victims. And it … [Read more...]