dating

All about dating. First dates, three years into a relationship, Tinder, and more.

The Loneliness No Amount of Self-Love Can Fix
Imagine reaching thirty-six without ever having held someone’s hand romantically. No first date that became a second. No nervous first kiss.
By Dating Advice3 months ago in Humans
Before You Date a Coworker, Ask Yourself One Uncomfortable Question
There’s a peculiar confidence a man can develop around a woman at work. She isn’t a collection of carefully chosen dating-app photos. You’ve seen her handle a difficult customer, rescue a terrible meeting, laugh with food in her mouth, and remain surprisingly calm while the printer behaves like it has joined a terrorist organization.
By Dating Advice3 months ago in Humans
Why Belonging Is the Root of Success and Wellbeing
Why do we seek to join social media platforms, associations, exclusive clubs, and other groups where we feel included and part of a certain type? What key reasons propel us toward others, while avoiding feelings of discomfort?
By Elaine Sihera 3 months ago in Humans
Why Stable Men Sometimes Feel Boring
There is a particular kind of guilt that comes with dating a good man and feeling nothing. Not dislike. Not disgust. Not dread.
By Dating Advice3 months ago in Humans
Marriage, commitment, and why they are not always the same thing
A recent family gathering got me thinking about marriage. I usually keep my personal life private because, well, it’s personal. But whenever families get together, everyone suddenly becomes an expert on how you should be living your life.
By mark bradley (mark45xxx)3 months ago in Humans
Oopsie
For weeks, Zara's friends had been relentless. Every group chat ended the same way. You never come out anymore. One drink won't kill you. We're dragging you there if we have to.
By Digi Dragon 05 (Or Digi or Revely)3 months ago in Humans
Pisces Woman and Gemini Man Compatibility Score
A Pisces woman and Gemini man can be drawn to each other for reasons they don't immediately understand. She is sensitive, imaginative, romantic, and deeply intuitive, while he is curious, witty, adaptable, and constantly searching for something new to discover. Their personalities may seem dramatically different, yet that contrast can create an intriguing connection.
By Inspire and Fun3 months ago in Humans
When Someone Keeps Telling You How Everyone Else Pursues Them
There is a peculiar kind of conversation that happens early in dating. You ask someone what they enjoy on a first date. Instead of answering, they tell you what other people have done for them.
By Dating Advice3 months ago in Humans
Sam, She Is. Top Story - August 2026.
How do I describe Sam? A woman so non-categorical. I’ll start with what I noticed first, though this story isn’t about me, and these are observations anyone paying attention could make.
By Jesse Lee3 months ago in Humans
Read when you need a reminder. Top Story - August 2026.
Hi Buddy, You know that person you care for? Trust them! Even when they walk away. I swear they love you more than you will ever know.
By Joe Nasta3 months ago in Humans
Losing Friends as You Grow
One thing that nobody truly understands when they are younger is that not every person in your life is meant to stay in your life. It is a simple fact of life and nature that as you get older, some people will drop off from your life.
By Timothy A Rowland3 months ago in Humans
Sagittarius Woman and Taurus Man Compatibility Score
The Sagittarius woman is ruled by Jupiter, giving her an optimistic, adventurous, and independent personality. She enjoys discovering new experiences, meeting different people, and keeping life interesting. The Taurus man, ruled by Venus, tends to value loyalty, sensuality, stability, and emotional consistency.
By Inspire and Fun3 months ago in Humans