Thanks to the rise of dating websites, and the overwhelming amount of options they bring, more and more singles are holding out for that “perfect” match. However, a quest for perfection isn’t doing you any favors. 

“People who attempt to make the 'perfect' choice, whether it comes to buying a car or finding a partner, end up less satisfied, regardless of what or who they choose. That’s because they tend to look for flaws, and become disillusioned with all of their options," said Andy Trees, Ph.D. and author of A Scientific Guide to Successful Dating.

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Tags: dating, dating and relationships, online dating
Categories: Internet dating | Tips and advice

Not sure how to ask out that special guy or girl? Perhaps this will help. In a recent thread on Reddit, users discussed the coolest way someone has asked them out. Here are a few of the highlights. Singles, take note!

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Categories: Dating stories

Does your special guy or girl love to drink? Be careful! According to a new study, young men and women who date binge drinkers begin to drink significantly more themselves.

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Tags: binge drinking, drinking and relationships, alcohol, dating and relationships
Categories: Dating stories | Stuff

Many singles join dating websites with high hopes of meeting a match only to receive little to no response from other members. The problem? More often than not it’s the profile. Here are a three common profile mistakes and why you should avoid them.

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Tags: online dating, online dating profiles, online dating profile mistakes, profie mistakes, profile tips, dating website
Categories: Tips and advice

October 24th begins the reign of Scorpio, the eighth astrological sign in the Zodiac. Are you dating a man or woman born between October 24th and November 22? If so, here’s what the stars have to say about your significant other.

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Tags: zodiac compatibility, scorpio, zodiac match
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Who knew birth control played a role in mate selection? According to a new study, women on the Pill are more likely to choose partners who are hard working and reliable, aka good providers, than handsome partners who are only good in the sack.

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In an attempt to combat obesity and preserve the culinary heritage of France, French officials have implemented a new rule restricting the use of ketchup in public schools. 

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In an attempt to learn how the workings of the brain affect one’s love life, relationship blogger Scott Alden consulted Dr. Jason Shepherd, Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences at M.I.T. Here’s what he found out.

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Categories: Dating stories

BadOnlineDates.com, a website that allows singles to vent about bad dates, has seen a lot of terrible tales over the years but some dates are so awful they deserve special recognition. Here are a few submissions to BadOnlineDates’ Bad Date Contest (edited for clarity). Can you spot a common theme?

One of my worst dates ever was when he claimed he forgot his wallet and I had to pay for the date.

Insisted we bring her dog. Dog threw up in car, we visit the vet, and he said nothing was wrong. Paid $180 because she didn't carry cash.

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Categories: Dating stories

This month, the folks at Men’s Health tackle the topic of education by ranking the nation’s most and least educated cities. What grade do you think your hometown received?

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