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Lovers are excited about OkCupid’s brand new featuresOkCupid was one of the first dating apps on the market, debuting in 2004. And while some things have stayed the same — like our focus on matching singles. Really it matters — a lot has changed, especially when it comes to OkCupid’s product offerings. In fact, just this year we launched dozens of new product features to help you better find what you’re looking for. Here are some of the favorites.Cupid optionsYour Cupid’s Choices are updated daily.Our famous algorithm matches you with people you’re compatible with — based on your preferences, their…

We’re coming to the end of the year and now that the hustle and bustle of the holidays is over, it’s time to reflect on this year. How was your year? Did you achieve what you wanted? Close; Do you still have things you wanted to do or do? It is OK; not everyone always achieves their goals for the new year. If you only managed one or two, that’s great.If you didn’t manage any, that’s okay too. Remember, plans are different for everyone, and sometimes they change, and that’s okay. Sometimes we have grand plans and something goes wrong…

Just because we’re moving in together doesn’t mean Marriageit’s still a pretty big decision to make. And many professionals admit that making that decision should be intentional and deliberate rather than just deciding one day to take the plunge. But we get it: maybe you’ve been appointment for a while and you already spend most of your time together. The obvious move would be to pack up and move in, right? It is not always. Sure, there are many perks to moving in together! Saving money for rent, shared housework, probably more intimacy etc. But sometimes, that happy picture doesn’t…

How do you ask for forgiveness from someone you have hurt? Something I see happening a lot my mediation sessions it’s one person trying to apologize to the other. But there are many kinds of apologies. For example, an apology type can show that a person is taking responsibility for their actions. At the same time, another may leave the recipient with the impression that the person apologizing is just going through the motions. How you apologize can often be just as important as what you’re apologizing for. In fact, it can also be the difference between an apology being…

We’ve all heard that women hate handsome men. But is it true? And why? Is it because all women have cold hearts? Women don’t necessarily “hate” handsome men, they’re just not romanticized by them. I used to be a typical nice guy. I mean, if you knew me, you’d probably be like, “Tony, he’s a really nice guy!” And most women would say that too. But I’m a different kind of nice. I’m a nice guy with boundaries, a life mission, and a strict set of personal standards for the type of people I allow into my life. And so…

Hello friends, What comes to mind when you hear the word “boundaries”? For certain limits they are great and useful. They see them as essential to health, happiness and balance. While others see them as very negative and difficult to implement. For them, boundaries are harsh, suffocating and rude. There is a third group of people who are indifferent. They just don’t see the point in having them, so why should they define them. Why does this matter? Boundaries in marriage can be difficult because usually someone who loves boundaries will marry someone who doesn’t. Proof of the old adage,…

Posted by Sandy Weiner in Dating After Divorce, Love After 40 | 0 comments Why is Jen so scared to date again? It’s been ten years since a devastating breakup and she’s struggling to move on… — In this episode of Last First Date Radio, I coach Jen, a woman who is afraid to date again. Ten years ago, she was left blindsided when her boyfriend of three years suddenly ended the relationship without any explanation. She wants to open her heart to love again, but she doesn’t know how. Listen as I help…

The holidays are always so stressful. Because this? And what can be done to ease the great stress caused by our holidays? I’m going to tell you. The design of each holiday season is about the scheduled re-emergence of hope. They are trying to make you reconsider hope and give it another chance. Some hopes are intentionally built into the holiday season. The hope that we can crown love over hate, tolerance over xenophobia, compassion over cynicism, giving over envy, altruism over greed. Yes Yes Yes. I know. Blah blah blah. But there are miracles Every year the holidays are…

I was recently asked to provide some ideas how a couple can improve their relationship if their sexual preferences are not compatible. It inspired me to explore sex compatibility below. In short, you are sexually compatible if both your sexual needs and your partner’s needs are met. That being said, not many people are completely clear about what their needs are and how to communicate them. Here is a non-exhaustive list of things that people consider important when it comes to sex compatibility: Frequency When we talk about sexual compatibility, perhaps most of the time, people talk about libido mismatch…

Signing up for marriage counseling is a significant investment of time, money and hard work. But is it worth it? Does marriage counseling work? (If you’re pursuing one-on-one counseling, keep reading! You might find some points specific to marriage, but 90% of this article applies to the individual’s counseling journey as well.) Studies by the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) note that more than 98% of couples who try marriage counseling report that the sessions are either “excellent” or “good.” And of couples who try marriage counseling, 90% say their emotional health has improved. And finally, two-thirds…