After 76 first dates, I stopped trying to optimize for love and learned to enjoy the experience of meeting someone new.

First dates can be exciting, but they also have a way of revealing habits that don't show up in texts. A guy can look great on paper, yet lose appeal fast when small behaviors signal disrespect, ego, ...

First dates can be full of potential, but certain actions can quickly put a damper on the experience. Small habits or comments might change how the other person sees you and affect the connection.

Imagine you’ve put in effort to get dressed and ready for a first date, but one key thing is missing — a confirmation. You’re staring down at your phone, wondering if the person you’re meant to meet ...