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Moving Too Fast? Or Too Slow? What is the “Right” Pace?
We've blogged before about how there is no magic dating formula for the "right" time to take the relationship to the next level. Some couples are committed and contemplating cohabitation after 3 dates. Some are not ready for a sleepover even after three months have passed. The important thing to remember is that there are two parties to the relationship so it is important to read social cues - paying attention to what your partner is doing and saying can shed some light on where he or she sees the relationship going. (more…)
Taking a Summer Getaway to the Hamps, Fire Island, Nantucket or Another Summer Haven? When is the Right Time to Bring Your Date Along?
Pre July 4th, we thought it would be helpful to give our thoughts and advice on this timely dating issue - when is the right time to go away with someone you are dating? (more…)
Where is This Relationship Going? When is the Right Time to Have “The Talk?”
We have all been there. You have been dating for a few months and it feels like you are in a committed relationship, but you haven't discussed it. We see so many singles who are afraid to discuss commitment for fear that they will appear desperate or over-eager. But the flip-side is that a lack of communication can lead to misunderstandings, unmet expectations and most importantly, the start of a relationship that is not based on honesty and openness, and who wants that? (more…)
What Would Trent Walker Do With Facebook? How Would Swingers Fare With Modern Technology?
We adored this article on Nerve.com exploring whether social media has killed the now-famous "three day rule" exposed by Vince Vaughn's character, Trent Walker in Swingers. While it may still be tempting to wait a few days to call a girl after a date, what happens when you are already Facebook friends and you want to comment on a status? Is that a violation of the "three day rule?" This all begs the question - how long should you wait before adding a date as a friend on Facebook? (more…)
New Study Finds Marriage to Be a Key Component of Happiness
As the Huffington Post reported, a recent study in the UK found that marriage was twenty times more important to overall happiness and life satisfaction than salary! Twenty times! (more…)
“I Don’t Have Time” – Getting Past Excuses
At Wise Matchmaking, we constantly hear from singles that they do not have time to find love. Instead of looking at dating as an opportunity to find their soulmate, some people look at it as a chore - like doing laundry or cleaning the bathrooms. When we hear "I don't have time to date right now," we try to shift the focus from spouse-seeking to meeting new people. We believe that finding love is a unique opportunity to get to know yourself as you get to know someone else. But too often we hear the same complaint over and over "I don't have time to meet someone right now." (more…)
Beating the First Date Jitters
In our line of work, we are no strangers to first date anxiety. Here are some tips to get you through the first date jitters and send you smooth sailing into date number two. (more…)