Rich Santos
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Does an Invitation to One's Place Mean They Want to Make Out?
Many guys consider the two invitations one and the same.
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Would You Date an Unemployed Guy?
A new study shows women have no problem dating men who don't have jobs.
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Are You Coming On Too Strong?
Among the many "rules" my girl friends tell me to follow:
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I'm Swearing Off "First Dates"
The other day I saw a vomit-inducing commercial on Match.com featuring "matched" couples on dates in various stages of bliss. Contrary to Match's portrayal, I'm not sure first dates are ideal situations for falling in love.
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Are You a Boring Date?
In the beginning, the conversation flowed, and there was even laughter. But things went south the second half of the date.
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What Guys Really Think of Blondes
Do gentlemen really prefer blondes? We asked a real guy to get his take.
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7 Lame Sex Moves He Pulls in Bed
I don't have the benefit of studio direction and multiple takes. So, the poor girl is just stuck with my first take, and all my bad moves.
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How to Get Him to Commit (or Not)
The romantic graveyard is filled with headstones revealing reasons behind dead relationships. Ironically, one reason you might see is: They shared their feelings...
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7 Physically Painful Things About Dating
I'm convinced that dating is a physically taxing endeavor, and I wonder if I can deal with...
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5 Strategies I'd Use to Weather My Girlfriend's PMS
Women seem to seek men who can deal with them while they're PMSing. Here are a few options I'd try with said lady friend.
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4 Types of Women He Wants to "Fix"
Figuring out what type of girl I want to be with includes going for the wrong type of girl, multiple times...
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Old Lady Perfume & Snorting: A Guy's Date Deal Breakers
Sonic and Olfactory Dating Deal Breakers - Smells and Sounds That Turn Men Off
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What's the Worst Thing About Being Single?
My experience at the wedding I attended this past weekend has illuminated what is the most annoying/painful thing about being single.
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How to Reject a Friend (Who, Like, Totally Likes You)
Rejection is a fine art that requires tact, sensitivity, and thought... if you're going to do it in a humane way.
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A Guy's Perspective on Sugar Daddies (& Mamas)
I read a fellow MarieClaire.com blogger's post about how to obtain a sugar daddy, and it was pertinent, given my experience. I actually disagreed with a couple of her points.
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Is It Still "Good Sex" if You Don't Have an Orgasm?
A real guy confesses that he feels he's failed a woman if he can't bring her the big bang.
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Is Not Wanting Children a Deal Breaker? (Part 2)
The three topics that cause the most conflict in relationships are money management, where to live, and whether a couple should have children.
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Is Not Wanting Children a Deal Breaker? (Part 1)
A recent trip to the beach with my family sparked a debate in my mind about whether I really ever wanted to have kids.
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How Not to Greet (and Depart!) a First Date
Hellos and goodbyes are so important in dating. Hellos dictate the ever important first impression. And goodbyes leave a lasting impression.
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When It Comes to Dating, Should You Play "Not to Lose"?
Back in high school, our coaches constantly warned our soccer team against "playing not to lose." I never understood what that phrase meant until recently, when I applied it to dating.
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7 Ways to Be Independent in Your Relationship
As Independence Day approaches, I want to make sure I see beyond the beers and BBQ to remember why we are all celebrating. Independence is such a beautiful thing, and I shouldn't take it for granted.
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Do You "Let Yourself Go" When You're in a Serious Relationship?
Once you settle down, there's not as much urgency because you've got someone, right?
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