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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...
By Rich Santos Published
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8 Annoying Things Couples Do
I feel a bit guilty because I'm a closet romantic, but some couple behavior is so annoying.
By Rich Santos Published
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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.
By Rich Santos Published
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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...
By Rich Santos Published
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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.
By Rich Santos Published
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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.
By Rich Santos Published
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MC's Very Own Bachelorette
Meet the winner of our matchmaker contest, Aimee Solis!
By Marie Claire Published
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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.
By Rich Santos Published
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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.
By Rich Santos Published
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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.
By Rich Santos Published
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Sex Etiquette: 9 Dos and Don'ts in Bed
A real guy explains what he wants, and doesn't want, you to do in bed.
By Rich Santos Published
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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.
By Rich Santos Published
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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.
By Rich Santos Published
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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.
By Rich Santos Published
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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?
By Rich Santos Published
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"Phantom Dating": If It Takes Too Long to Get Together, Are They Even Interested?
Do you ever get into that strange situation where you're involved in "negotiations" or "discussions" about an upcoming first date? If it goes on too long, it turns into the elusive "phantom date."...
By Rich Santos Published
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11 Ways to Compliment a Woman
Rich Santos explains the rules to follow when giving women compliments.
By Rich Santos Published
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Can You Ever Really "Delete" Someone from Your Life?
Last week I attended Love 2.0, hosted by Zoosk, featuring a panel of experts discussing online dating. This discussion went beyond basic dating sites and touched on texting, calling via cell, Facebook, etc., and I'll go over...
By Rich Santos Published
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4 Awkward Moves Guys Make When They're Nervous
My brother-in-law enjoys poking fun at me for my stupid moves with women. Here are four of them that some guys make because, frankly, they don't know what else to do.
By Rich Santos Published
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4 Reasons We Grow Apart After a Breakup
I recently had a bittersweet dream about a girl I was once close to. We were in the water and she had turned into a fish and I couldn't find her. I explained the dream to the girl and we both laughed, and I even admitted that I had an...
By Rich Santos Published
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How to Pick Up Women: 4 Universal Guy Theories Explained
Most "universal guy theories" resemble the following: The world is flat, Earth is the center of the universe, amputations are easier with a swig of whiskey. Unlike those preposterous theories, men fail to develop new theories that actually work....
By Rich Santos Published
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11 Reasons Why It's Easier to Meet Someone When You Go Out Alone
Being alone is scary, but it has benefits. In fact, it could help you find someone to love
By Rich Santos Published
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5 Encouraging Facts About Long-Term Relationships
Why your memory of your first date and your choice of birth control matter in finding Mr. Right.
By Maura Kelly Published
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What He Really Thinks of Your Hair
Have you ever taken a Rorschach test? The doctor shows you "inkblots" and you blurt out what comes to mind. The inkblots measure perception of abstract shapes, tapping into the corners of the mind. Hopefully, guys don't...
By Rich Santos Published
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Is Love Just an Illusion?
Freud thought so. Rilke thought so. Maybe single women do, too.
By Maura Kelly Published
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The Case for a Harem of Husbands
One Saudi Arabian woman risks her life to speak out against the gender inequality of polygamy.
By Abigail Haworth Published