How to politely decline a second date
The one thing spookier than a bad first date is seeing your phone light up with a text asking for a second. The “easy way out” of delivering the uncomfortable news that you don’t want to meet up again is to not respond, also known as ghosting, says Grace Lee, a New York City-based dating […]
How to answer “how much money do you make?’ when you’re on a date
First dates are often the scene of inappropriate questions. In the quest to find the perfect match, many people lose their tact. Questions about money, in particular, can put people on edge. But, because finances are an important part of compatibility, many singles want to know upfront whether a potential match has similar spending and […]
How to find out who your partner is thirsting over on Instagram – and why you might not want to
Last year, I was dating a guy who was undeniably charming. He knew how to woo a gal, and woo he did. His deep voice, cheeky grin and larger-than-life personality made me fall for him hook, line, and sinker. But there was one annoying habit that made me slightly bonkers. He had a tendency to […]
How to end a relationship without having to dump someone: Jana Hocking
I recently discovered a cheeky psychology trick that was quite brilliant and I thought, “Ooh, I could turn that into a break-up hack.” It wasn’t designed to be used in this way (sorry, Freud!) and it’s a slightly shameless thing to do, if I’m being honest. But I think I might be on to something. […]