Have you ever been excited about someone, only to be suddenly turned off by a minor habit or behavior? That gut reaction, often called “the ick,” might not be as random as it seems. A new study sheds light on why people experience this phenomenon in dating—and it turns out, science plays a big role.Researchers […]
We’re always surprised by the amount of profiles here on OBC that have absolutely no info. When you’re competing against others to get the attention of singles, why wouldn’t you use every avenue to show your worth, instead of just relying on your photos? Over at MindBodyGreen, they have some great ideas for fun, interesting, […]
Sending a first message on a dating site can be intimidating. What can you say that will intrigue and entice, but won’t put anyone off? Is it silly or stupid, sexy or too suggestive? A recent study shared on Yahoo News revealed the messages that singles do NOT want to receive — and you might […]
3 Reasons Watching the Super Bowl Makes a Great First Date First dates can be nerve-wracking—what if there’s an awkward silence? What if you run out of things to say? That’s where the Super Bowl comes in. Whether you’re a die-hard football fan or just there for the commercials, watching the big game together makes […]
It’s a new year – a time to meet new people, try new ideas for fun dates, geting creative in the bedroom, and… celibacy? Say WHAT? It’s true: for some, the new years means abstaining from any and all sexual pleasure. WE ARE NOT IN FAVOR. Via Daily Mail: Over half of people on dating apps […]
We’re generally of the thought that there are no SET rules in dating (except to be respectful, legal, and consensual, obvi). But according to some so-called dating experts, there are three surprising questions you shouldn’t ask on a first date if you want to be successful. Via CNBC:1. What’s your dating history?It’s tempting to inquire […]
As of yesterday, the US has a new president, and there are a LOT of feelings about it! In a world where politics often feels like a dividing line, dating someone with different political views can feel next to impossible. However, despite the challenges, people do it successfully more often than you’d think, especially in […]
In our busy, predominantly online world, finding a partner may seem daunting. You may be curious about just having an online penpal, or, in the case of this 28-year-old woman recently profiled by the NYT, you may consider an AI-partner. According to NYT, a woman named Ayren spends up to 56 hours a week exchanging […]
Writing an “about me” on your dating site profile can be daunting. How do you make yourself sound appealing and stand out? If you aren’t super keep on writing at all, you may worry about typos and misspellings. Using ChatGPT or another AI generator to write your profile may seem enticing – but here are […]
As a casual dating site that totally celebrates fun, casual hookups and sexual freedom, you might be surprised to learn that we DON’T recommend shooting off super explicit, raunchy messages as your first communication with other members. And now, there’s a study to explain why: almost NO ONE LIKES IT. Via Forbes: Speaking of a […]
