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Sophia had always been a driven, ambitious woman who wanted to make her mark on the world. Sophia was proud of the career she built, working long hours over the past 20 years and climbing the corporate ladder. But, her personal life was lacking. Sophia had been so laser-focused on establishing herself professionally that dating …

Successful women face a unique challenge when it comes to dating: how do you present your achievements without inadvertently intimidating potential partners? Let’s look at Natalie, a high-achieving marketing executive, and how she navigated this tricky dating situation. Natalie had always taken pride in her professional accomplishments. As a rising star in her marketing firm, …

Karen had been single for nearly a decade after her divorce. She had focused on raising her two children and building her company, but now that her kids were grown and her business was thriving, she felt ready to open her heart to love again. When Karen met Steve at a charity event, she was …

Jessica had always struggled with her weight, and her father’s hurtful comments about her body stung. He would call her “chubby” and make jokes that made her feel bad about herself. She began to criticize herself like he did, and she started to believe that she wasn’t good enough because of her size. As a …

Sarah was drawn to Alex from the moment they locked eyes across the busy café. Charming Alex had a strong jawline, bright blue eyes, and a smile that could brighten any room. Their first talk was a whirlwind of laughter, common interests, and stolen glances. Sarah couldn’t believe how lucky she was when Alex asked …

As a woman dating over a certain age, you may have experienced your fair share of ups and downs in your love life. Whether you have just had your heart broken or are simply sad at the prospect of another Saturday night alone, it can be difficult to feel grateful about your situation. There are …

Picture this: you’re on a first date with a charming gentleman who regales you with tales of his misadventures in cooking. As he recounts the time he mistook salt for sugar and ended up with a culinary catastrophe, you find yourself unable to suppress a giggle. In that moment, something shifts between you—an invisible bond …

Is trying to get what you want from a man the same as manipulation? When I suggest that a woman might benefit from some strategies to help her approach dating and relationships, many women feel uncomfortable and conflicted. They say, “I don’t want to play games” or “I don’t want to seem manipulative.” The ‘strategy’ …

After her 20-year marriage ended, Emily found herself terrified at the prospect of dating again. The world had changed so much since she was last single. But her friends kept insisting she try online dating. Hesitantly, Emily created a profile and was instantly bombarded with matches and messages. She went on a flurry of first …

Jessica felt lonely after her divorce. Hesitant to get hurt again, she tried casual online dating just for companionship. She met Alex, who was friendly and fun to be around, but didn’t open up on deeper emotional levels. After a few weeks of casual dates, they slid into a relationship. Jessica liked having someone to …