Everyone would probably like to believe they’re secretly players, able to juggle countless partners like a modern-day Casanova, but the truth is often very far from this self-created image. The ability to chat and meet with countless attractive singles is the main selling point of any online dating site, but very few users realize that being drowned in possibilities is actually a setback, not an advantage. There’s just too much freedom, and it’s affecting several aspects of these services. You can upload dozens of images, date more than one partner at once and even have accounts on multiple sites thanks to the fact that registration is usually free. But does fragmenting your attention and energy really serve your benefit, or would you be better off focusing on finding real connections rather than bullheadedly charging through unending dates that just never seem to go anywhere? Read More…

Before someone might commit themselves to the idea of online dating, the most frequent question crossing a single person’s mind is ‘how long will it take to find a relationship?’ Unfortunately, the complex network of online connections of a dating site cannot be boiled down to a single answer. It should be clear from the start: there is no guarantee you’ll find a partner even if you diligently visit the site day after day. And after a certain amount of time passes (and the failures mount up) people tend to give up on the idea. But bear in mind that online dating doesn’t yield short-term results, unless you are in for one-night stands. Read More…

Have you ever heard of dating simulator apps? They are similar to a visual novel, but playable with multiple outcomes. The concept is simple: you control the protagonist’s actions, which usually manifest in picking one of the presented dialogue options in a conversation or selecting the next person for a date. Dating simulator apps are highly popular among the smartphone generation, and for a good reason. They are free, not too long and, above all, present the fantasy of dating several attractive singles at the same time. There are dating apps out there for guys and girls alike, and we picked the five most interesting for you. Read More…

Online dating is like riding a rollercoaster: it has its ups and downs, and sometimes you’ll be asked to pay for another round. But after a while, some people are let down by the ride and they feel that the whole process isn’t worth the effort at all. Truth to be told: even the best dating site cannot guarantee a 100% success ratio for its users. Even if you give it your all and bring your a-game for every date, you might still face rejection at the end of the day. But bear in mind that negativity is a downward spiral: the more you dwell on your past failures, the worse you’ll perform on the next date. Or you might clip your chances before meeting in person by constantly pitying yourself. What you must do here is stop for a moment and learn how to step out of the vortex of hopelessness. Read More…

Vacation dating is commonly debated among avid travelers and tourists. On one hand, it’s very exciting to meet exotic locals and fall in love with someone outside of your regular social circle. But on the other hand, such hastily established romances are fragile and long-distance relationships are tricky to get working. In the end, you do you, but if you’re interested in giving an exotic vacation relationship a go then let us give you some pointers. Read More…

If you are at least a little familiar with online dating, then you probably already know that many of the quality dating sites are often a tad bit too serious, and sometimes even somewhat dull. The overall design may broadcast a positive atmosphere but, let’s face it: you won’t run into anything kooky. Nothing brightens the day more than checking out a bunch of random, bizarre dating websites. And who knows, you may even find a sub-group that caters to your hidden needs. For this very reason we collected together our picks for the ten most quirky dating websites. Read More…

When discussing the best way of catching the attention of a potential date partner, most people think about their winning strategies, conversation crutches, tricks, and hints on how to seduce others. However, there is another important factor to ensure your success, namely pheromones. Pheromones are chemicals capable of sending subconscious messages to members of the opposite sex, triggering a reaction of intense attraction. These are produced naturally by your body, but a little boost can never hurt, right? Read More…

Recovering from a broken heart is never easy. People say that time heals every wound, but how long should you wait before getting into the fray again? Locking the outside world out and sulking in your room proves to be just as harmful as diving headfirst into hedonism. Either way, we recommend you to step into the dating scene again with small steps. The key note in getting over a breakup is to redirect your thoughts. In other words, stop thinking about your ex! Maybe you made some mistakes. Maybe things could’ve gone better. Still, you must shove those painful memories into a shadowy corner of your mind, and focus on a brighter future. Read More…

Dating in general is a testament to one’s willingness to taste a series of awful ice cream just to find that one perfect flavor. It’s a difficult business even without others constantly hindering your efforts with terrible advice. Whether it’s an older brother, the neighbor, a gossip magazine, cranky uncle Hermann or Reddit, wherever you turn you’ll most likely run into a ‘helpful’ tip that instantly handicaps your chances on a date. We’ve collected a bunch of these – only for educational purposes – from Reddit and our own nightmarish past experiences. Read More…