DeMistyfy Your Dating: Radio Interview: [EXPERT]

And yes, we spelled it that way for a reason! Listen to this humorous interview of Spike and learn!

So I met Coach Andrew Poretz about 4 1/2 years ago at a Quentin's Friends party in New York City. If you live in the tri-state area and you're not a member of QFNY, you need to be! There was immediate affinity, followed by hysterical laughter of everyone around us. Do you know what happens when 2 men have all around them laughing? They attract lots more people who also want to laugh. Big hint there guys.

8 Reasons Why We Can't Resist Bad Boys [EXPERT]

Are you a sucker for a bad boy? Find out why.

We've all been there. You're out with your friends, having a good time, hoping to finally meet that nice, honest, trustworthy, stable guy that meets all of the requirements on your list. But while Mr. Nice is walking right by you, your head turns towards that other guy that just walked in. So, what is it that makes us fall for these guys that aren't going to get us to the relationship we know we want?

Online Dating Safety: 7 Signs He's A Criminal [EXPERT]

Are you dating a common criminal? Here's how to tell.

Online dating is generally safe, and most people you find will be normal, good-natured men and women who are simply looking for love. You also may bump into a small number of strange people (e.g. men who show up on a date with their wedding rings on, or the supposed-to-be Brad Pitt look-a-like who shows up looking a little bit aged and 100lbs heavier than his photo suggested) and they will probably be harmless. But, criminals are around and the Internet is open to them to use and abuse, too. And unfortunately, we can’t do background checks on the people we agree to go on a date with. Nothing is ever 100% fool proof but these seven tips should definitely help you spot a criminal more easily when dating.

happy couple — Follow these online dating tips, and you just may become a happy in-real-life couple!

10 Online Dating Etiquette Tips From The Emily Post Institute

Our exclusive interview with Anna Post, great-great-granddaughter of late etiquette guru Emily Post.

What's appropriate when it comes to divulging information in your online dating profile and via social media? In our exclusive interview with Anna Post, the great-great-granddaughter of Emily Post, she told us some "golden rules" to keep in mind when online dating and when using social media in general. Perfect timing, since it's National Etiquette Week!

Online Dating: 5 Ways To Stand Out From The Crowd [EXPERT]

Excerpts from my new book, "101 Online Dating Tips!"

Here is a smattering of tips from my latest book, "Dating DeMistyfied, 101 Online Dating Tips." I've left out much of "the meat and potatoes," but left in enough content for you to get an indication of what you will learn from this book. This book was written from 10 years of Internet dating experience, thousands of interviews with both men and women and research garnered from our last five to six Dating DeMistyfied Workshops.

The C-word

A lot of people cringe when they hear this word. But it has to be addressed or you’ll NEVER find...

Yes, I’m talking about the C-word today. A lot of people cringe when they hear this word. Some actually get a gut reaction and run away when it’s mentioned. But it has to be addressed- or you’ll NEVER find your true love and live your best life. The C-word I’m talking about is Commitment.

I Hate That He Only Texts Me ... Why Won't He Call? [VIDEO]

When you're dating someone, sometimes a text message isn't enough.

If you are dating someone who has a strong preference for textual communication, you know how frustrating it can be when all you want to do is hear his voice on the other end of the phone. Thankfully, YourTango Experts is here to help.

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3 Ways Single Moms Can Feel Beautiful For Mother's Day [EXPERT]

... because single moms deserve to feel beautiful, too!

Here are three ways you can honor your beauty this Mother's Day.

First Date Advice for Women

Going on a first date? Get some great first date advice for guaranteed success.

If you are getting ready to go on a first date, or have already had a few that have been a bit of a disaster; you need to know some great first date advice. The time women take to prepare for their first dates, either takes several nerve-wracking days, a few hours before that first date, or minutes before without a second thought. Let’s remember that the first date is not a major life event.

Wear THIS—(Oh, God! Not THAT) on a First Date

A list of "What Not to Wear on a Date"--on steroids . . . .

by Julie Robinson Those happy couples always get me. This is especially true when I’m working retail and the giddy beyond fucking belief duos wander in together holding hands. The difference this time was that I recognized her. Sometimes this who-has-a-memory-like-that gift is a curse (like when I recognize students from years ago when they are completely inebriated) but in this case it was a gift.

How to Break Up With Your Boyfriend

Authenticity is always in order in this situation

Thinking about leaving the Big Kahuna behind? Had enough of his crap? You can’t deal with all his inconsistencies? He’s too weak … he’s too bossy … he’s too mellow … he’s too macho … he’s not focused enough … he’s not cool enough … he drinks too much … he cheats … he smokes … whatever. You’ve just had enough and now you need to know how to break up with your boyfriend.