First dates often come with a mix of excitement and pressure. Many people overthink what to say, what to wear or how to act, while others show up without much preparation at all. The reality is that ...

I have been on 76 first dates in the past three and a half years since moving from a small town to New York City. I know this because (like many before me) I have been keeping a spreadsheet. Dating ...

First dates can feel exciting, but certain habits might be quietly pushing him away before the night is even over. Small things you say or do send big messages about who you are and whether you are ...

As far as holidays go, there’s nothing chill about Valentine’s Day. If you’re in a relationship, you likely have big expectations for celebrating with your partner. And if you’re single or dating ...

At the beginning of summer, I found myself going on such a spontaneous first date that I did not have time to go home and change beforehand. (Ah, the joy of modern dating apps.) For many, this could ...

When you step out for a first date, there’s no telling how long it will last. Sometimes it’s a quick 30-minute meet-up that’s over as soon as they make a comment that doesn’t land. Other times, you ...

There has been much research on first date dynamics, from the tie between male identity construction and offers to pick up the tab[i] to what types of first-date behaviors are likely to produce second ...

That elusive “spark” everyone talks about wanting to experience might feel like the ultimate goal for a first date but what if it’s actually an illusion that’s distracting you from the kind of ...