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

A young man looking at the mirror being pleased with himself. First dates can be exciting, nerve-wracking, and straight-up confusing. You’re meeting someone new, maybe even that person you’ve been ...

Have you ever gotten the “yuck” on a first date? Or did you ever start off feeling very attracted to someone only to notice your brain picking them apart in the weeks that follow, leading you to cut ...

As far as holidays go, there’s nothing chill about Valentine’s Day. If you’re in a relationship, you likely have big expectations for celebrating with your partner. And if you’re single or dating ...

Human interactions and how we get to know people at first meeting can be tricky and complicated. Throw in a situation like a first date to the mix, and getting a feel for the other person is more ...