Dating & Sex
Because being single is a vibe, not a diagnosis.Ah yes, cuffing season. That magical time of year when couples suddenly sprout like mold on leftover Thanksgiving stuffing. Your friends are pairing off. Your aunt keeps asking if “you’re seeing anyone special.” Even your dog seems to be judging you.But guess what? Being single during cuffing …
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5 Best Thanksgiving Pick-Up Lines
In the generous, gluttonous spirit of November, we felt compelled—no, morally obligated—to bestow upon you the finest Thanksgiving pick-up lines the internet (and several questionable group chats) have to offer. Use them wisely. Every single one has an equal chance of getting you lucky, getting you laughed at, or getting you escorted out of the …
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Rainy Day Casual Date Tips (From a San Diego Company Who Honestly Forgot Weather Was Even a Thing)
Did you know? OBC is headquartered in sunny San Diego, the land of rooftop lounges, ocean views, and bars specifically designed for people who want to flirt while holding a drink and a tan. So you can imagine our collective shock when the skies opened up recently and reminded us that apparently… it rains here. …
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5 Reasons To Be Thankful You’re Single This Thanksgiving
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 …
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Flirty at 18, fabulous at 88: Why fun and hookups don’t have an expiration date
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 …
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Going Instagram-Official Kills the Casual Dating Vibe
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 …
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The Fine Art of the One-Night Connection
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, …
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5 First Date Horror Stories
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 …
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When Your Date Turns Into Someone’s TikTok Clip
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 …
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When Dating Feels “Bitterly Disappointing," Head to OBC
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 …
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Casual Dating is the Ultimate Life Hack for Overthinkers
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. …
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How Cuffing Season Drains Your Bank Account (And How to Avoid That!)
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% …
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The Most Affordable Cities for Singles
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 …
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When “Chatfishing” Becomes a Thing
You’ve heard of catfishing, right? Fake profiles, stolen pics, those classic red flags. Well now meet the next weird up-level: chatfishing — when someone uses ChatGPT (or another AI) to write their dating app messages, replies, DMs — basically letting a bot flirt for them. The Guardian calls it “how ‘Chatfishing’ made finding love on …
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Why You Think Your City Is the Worst to Date In (And Why You’re Probably Wrong)
Every single person thinks their city is the absolute worst for dating.Ask anyone. “Oh, you think dating in L.A. is bad? Try New York.”“New York? Honey, come to Austin.”And on it goes, like a sad little game of romantic one-upmanship.A new New York Times piece digs into this exact phenomenon — how singles everywhere are …
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This Dating Mindset is Ruining Your Game.
You know that feeling when you’re dating like it’s a project and every swipe is either a win or a failure? (Spoiler: that’s the mindset the therapist wants you to ditch.) The article makes the case that all this goal-chasing in love is doing more harm than good.Here’s what the therapist is really saying (in …
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When “Waiting for What You Want” Trends Online (And Why That’s OK)
There’s a new viral video making the rounds where creator Chand Bhangal lays out her theory on why so many women are staying single — and spoiler alert: it’s not because they “can’t find a man.” She says women are raised to be high-achieving perfectionists while men… aren’t always held to the same standard. The …
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Dating Is So Expensive… No Wonder Everyone’s Staying Home
Swipe left on overpriced cocktails and “we should split the bill” dinners — because dating in 2025 is officially a luxury hobby. According to a recent report, more and more singles are throwing in the towel because the cost of finding love (or even just a decent hookup) is getting ridiculous.And honestly? We get it. …
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Friend-Zone Alert: Even College Football Announcers Are Calling It Out Now
There are few things more brutal than watching your team miss a game-winning field goal… except maybe watching a national TV announcer call a dude out for being in the friend zone mid-broadcast. That’s exactly what happened during a recent college football game when the camera panned to a guy cheering next to a girl. …
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Why Patience Pays Off in Casual Dating
We live in a world of same-day shipping, instant streaming, and on-demand everything. So it’s no surprise that when people hop on a casual dating app, they expect sparks to fly within hours. And when they don’t? The support messages start rolling in: “I’ve been here two days and no one’s messaged me!” or “It’s …
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