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7 Dating Tips for Women from Men

7 Dating Tips for Women from Men

Men can be great at dishing out dating advice like these 7 important dating tips for women from men.

While our male counterparts can confuse the heck out of us Dignity Daters, sometimes they can be the best when it comes to dishing out dating advice. 1. Do your own thing. Don’t let a man become the center of your universe. If you make a man your whole life, he’s going to lose interest because he will most likely feel smothered! Remember, he fell in love with the dynamic “you” who has her own interests and passions who wanted to make him a part of your life, not the whole darn thing.

Life After Divorce: How To Move On

Life After Divorce: How To Move On

Learn how to take life after divorce head on, move past the hurt and take control of your life again

For most women the end of a marriage feels like starting life completely over from scratch. So although it might feel strange, divorce can ultimately become the “best, worst thing” that ever happens. And, armed with that mindset, life after divorce can signal a new beginning. One day, your marriage will be a thing of your past; even though you may share things like children, pets, homes, and in some cases financial responsibilities, you will be able to move past it.

Does He Want to Marry Me? A Guide to Getting Engaged

Does He Want to Marry Me? A Guide to Getting Engaged

Four Signs He Wants to Commit for the Long Haul

A quick quiz for all you Dignity Daters out there who are curious if the man you’re dating wants to marry you. Do you find yourself wondering “Does he want to marry me?” regularly? After one or two years together (or maybe three or four!), it’s natural for you to start thinking about the “M” word…

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Should You Be Friends With Your Ex?

Can you AND should you try to maintain a friendship with your ex?

Should you try to be friends with your ex? Seriously, what's the upside? What's the downside? YourTango Experts clinical psychologist Dr. Adam Sheck and dating expert Marni Battista talk through the logistics and relative merits of maintaining close ties with a former flame or even spouse.

How to Get Over Your Painful Past

How to Get Over Your Painful Past

Expert Dating Coach Marni Battista MA.Ed., CPC teaches you how to move beyond past hurts, in order to find a fulfilling, loving relationship.

How to Date With Confidence

How to Date With Confidence

Often women meet men to whom they are attracted, yet seem to “freeze” when the man shows he is interested. It’s not that she doesn’t know how to flirt, she has done her “flirt” thing effectively, but when, in fact, Mr. Available moves forward and reciprocates, she feels awkward, uncomfortable and confused. There are a variety of possible feelings to consider that maybe be at the cause of the “freeze” including:

Man Won't Commit?  You May Be Dating a Hunter

Man Won't Commit? You May Be Dating a Hunter

One of the most alluring, yet dangerous MANimals to date is the Hunter. The Hunter is attractive, could “look good on paper” and can turn on the charm without hesitation--but beware, dignity daters: the hunter