Dating & Sex

Thanksgiving is all about gratitude, carbs, and avoiding that one relative who wants to debate you about the housing market. But while everyone else is posting “so blessed” couple selfies with matching flannels, you know what you get to be thankful for? Being single. Yes, really. Hear me out.1. You don’t have to impress anybody’s …

Did you catch the recent piece in the New York Times about seniors in assisted-living homes getting their flirt on via text? It’s juicy, unexpected … and totally awesome. Because guess what—desire, connection, fun, flirting, hooking up? None of them come with a “best before” sticker.Body:The article (via the The Sexting Seniors of Assisted Living …

It’s 2025, and for better or worse, every situationship seems one post away from being declared “official.” One blurry brunch photo, one tagged story, one shared sunset — and suddenly everyone knows who you’re spending your weekends with. But for those of us who actually enjoy casual dating, that kind of public declaration can be …

Let’s be honest: not every night out needs to turn into a long-term thing. Sometimes, what you really want is a spark—a shared moment that’s exciting, respectful, and leaves you smiling the next morning (no regrets, no awkwardness). But a great one-night connection doesn’t just happen. It’s an art form, and like any good art, …

There’s something thrilling about a first date — the promise of new connection, the hope that maybe this time things will click. But let’s be honest: first dates can also be gloriously unpredictable in all the wrong ways. You’re meeting someone for the first time, squinting at their photo, wondering if they’re as funny in …

So we just read this gem of an article from Rolling Stone—yes, that Rolling Stone—about how Gen Z men are so paranoid about being filmed on dates that many are flat-out opting out of dating altogether. And you know what? We get it. Because this is wild. And yes, it’s gross.Picture this: you’re finally on …

Pop star Lily Allen just said post-divorce dating has been “bitterly disappointing,” calling it punishing, humiliating, and just… not it. (via The Cut) And honestly? Same, girl. Re-entering the dating scene after a breakup can feel like being dropped into a reality show you didn’t audition for. Everyone’s swiping, ghosting, or “just seeing where it …

If you’ve ever replayed a text 47 times before hitting send, congratulations — you’re an overthinker. Your brain’s basically a 24/7 dating committee, analyzing tone, punctuation, and the time stamp on that “hey ;).”But here’s the thing: overthinking ruins the fun part. You’re not supposed to treat a first date like a NASA launch sequence. …

Essence just dropped a truth bomb: inflation isn’t just hitting your grocery bill—it’s coming for your love life, too. According to their recent piece on the cost of cuffing season, more than half of Black singles are cutting back on dates, and nearly 60% are now more money-conscious about how they date. Even worse, 40% …

Love shouldn’t cost you an arm and a leg — but in some cities, it comes close. According to recent analyses of dating affordability, cities like Charlotte, Detroit, and Orlando rank among the lowest in total cost of dating. YahooThat said, when you factor in income levels, those cities often don’t stay at the top …