It Really Does Take Two to Tango!

Some singles have a hard time deciphering whether or not their date is genuinely interested in them. People express themselves differently depending on their personality temperament or even past experiences. In fact, it's not at all uncommon for some singles to mistake attention for affection. The key to finding out if someone is interested in you as a friend, or possibly more, is through the act of reciprocity. Think about this way. Most...

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Dating Pitfalls: "If Only . . ." Trap

"If only I could win the lottery." "If only I would've taken that job." "If only I could meet a nice, job-stable man." "If only there was a decent girl in Toronto to marry." Oh, the list goes on. The allure of the "if only" is that we utter it when things aren't going the way we want or expected. It's our way of saying that "if only" this occurred, our lives would be better, fuller, etc. "The phrase “if only” is the spandex of rationalization....

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The Best Question to Ask on a First Date

Everyone faces challenges, no matter their economic status or age. Talking about them helps us to bond with those around us. In fact, it helps to open the doors to sharing priorities and what is important to them. According to the former head of the FBI’s Behavioral Analysis Program Robin Dreeke via an article by Eric Barker, the best question to ask someone, even on a first date, is about the challenges they face. Dreeke goes on to suggest asking...

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