We spend a lot of time trying to read between the lines.

Did they really mean it?

Were they just being polite?

What was that tone?

Flirting isn’t a test you pass or fail. It’s a social skill. And like any skill, we all start out as bumbling beginners.

Perhaps you, too, feel like flirting is something other people do, especially if it’s been a while since you last dated anyone.

Part of the problem was my definition.

Unfortunately, it’s one of those things you often don’t notice until you’re doing more than your share — or feeling the strain when no one is.

Emotional maturity is often misunderstood.

It doesn’t mean being calm all the time or never getting upset.

Dating apps are everywhere — but are they right for you?

This data-backed guide helps you decide, with research on success rates, app psychology, and a simple framework for running a dating app experiment without losing your sanity.

Do you crave closeness or avoid it altogether?

Your attachment style might hold the key to understanding your relationship patterns.

Assumptions can break connections — whether in dating, friendships, or the workplace.

Discover the most common relationship myths and how to approach connections with curiosity and flexibility.

Have you ever been on a date that felt perfectly pleasant, only to hear later, “I just didn’t feel a romantic connection”?

Have you ever walked away from a conversation feeling truly understood and connected? Those moments of connection don’t happen by accident. Well, sometimes they do, but you can create them by developing three key skills:

Not sold? Or your match is iffy about the idea? Humor me and read on to learn why video calls are worth it (and how to handle objections).