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Should you always talk on the phone before meeting?

Do you have to talk on the phone before a first date? Some say yes. Others (hi, it’s me) would rather skip it. In this post, I share a cringeworthy date story, what I’ve learned about meeting in person, and why you get to decide what works for you—phone call, FaceTime, or just keeping it short and sweet in person.

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How many dates should you go on before you decide if you like them?

You don’t have to know everything after one date. If you’re not getting a clear “yes” or “no” right away, give yourself permission to stay curious. In this post, I break down how to stop pressuring yourself to have all the answers by the second drink.

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It’s up to you to take control of your dating life

Why do we get so excited so fast with someone we’ve just met—and why does it hurt so much when it doesn’t go anywhere? In this post, I break down what feeling that ‘spark’ really is, why it might be keeping you stuck, and how to slow down without losing momentum in dating.

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Why chasing that ‘spark’ may be holding you back from love

Why do we get so excited so fast with someone we’ve just met—and why does it hurt so much when it doesn’t go anywhere? In this post, I break down what feeling that ‘spark’ really is, why it might be keeping you stuck, and how to slow down without losing momentum in dating.

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How to tell someone you’re not interested without feeling guilty

You’re allowed to decide you’re not interested—after several dates, a few texts, or even just a feeling. Here I’ll show you exactly how to say “no thanks” in dating without guilt, overexplaining, or emotional labor. You don’t need to soften the truth—you just need to be honest and clear.

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Why dating feels exhausting (and how to make it better)

Dating after divorce or a breakup can feel overwhelming. But what if you could reframe the process and take back control? In this post, I’ll show you how to approach dating in a way that feels empowering and enjoyable. No exhaustion required!

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Relationships, Dating, Online Dating Paige Dempsey Relationships, Dating, Online Dating Paige Dempsey

The first two questions I always ask in dating

Discover the essential dating strategies of going slow and being direct to ensure meaningful connections. Learn two key questions to ask early in dating conversations to help weed out unsuitable matches, so you can invest your dating time wisely. Find out why understanding someone's recent relationship status and their proximity is crucial for successful dating.

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