Raising the Dating Bar Blog
Learn about online dating how-tos, dos and don’ts, handling the ups and downs and having fun — all as I see it from my own experiences.
The Impact of Age and Generational Differences on Dating Behaviors
Curious How Age Impacts Dating Behaviors? Love really has no bounds. As it transcends multiple generations, it’s only logical that the landscapes of dating must evolve over time. From Baby Boomers to Generation Z, every cohort brings unique experiences and...
When To Plan A Date
How many messages before it’s normal to meet up? I was recently asked this question by a client who was at the beginning of her online dating journey. While the point of online dating is to eventually meet in person, the timeline of when that should happen is...
The Impact of Hookup Culture on Dating Apps and Relationships
Hookup culture is a relatively new phenomenon that has reshaped the way we approach dating. Of course, dating apps have been shown to help facilitate our behavior out in the real world, transforming our swipes into matches, and matches into casual encounters. In this...
Mindful Dating And Avoiding Swipe Fatigue
Sometimes, when online dating we can caught up in the mundane and forget to take dating seriously. One time I received a beautiful message on an online dating platform: “Hi Vanessa, I hope this isn’t too forward, but I was immediately enchanted by your profile. Apart...
Integrity And How It Relates To Dating
Like many of my clients, I am someone who values personal growth. I love to actively learn about human nature, creativity and expanding my knowledge. I do this for the purpose of understanding myself, other people in my life, and the world we live in. My most recent...
Online Dating Can Be A Great ‘How We Met’ Story
I recently saw an online dating profile that said “Don’t worry, we can lie about how we met.” Why? What is wrong with saying you met the love of your life online? Why is there still such a stigma around this form of dating that half of the population uses? From...
The Effects of Social Media on Dating Culture and Relationships
In the age of likes, swipes, and surface-level connections, social media has woven itself into the fabric of modern dating culture. Though convenient and alluring, it’s a double-edged sword. While it does ‘promise’ to solve our dating problems by offering endless...
How To Boost Conversations When Dating
Do you struggle with starting conversations when online dating? There's something about dating that brings everyone back down to base. Even though dating is still basic human to human interaction, there's an emotional element(s) that puts people on edge. It's...
The Importance of Self-Esteem in Successful Dating and Relationships
Curious How Self-Esteem Affects The Outcome Of A Successful Relationship Dating and relationships are fundamental aspects of human life. Not only do they give us the opportunity to discover love and companionship, but they foster personal growth as well. That being...
Thoughts On Planning The First Date
Want To Plan A First Date But Not Really Sure What To Do? I have a certain way I like to approach planning first dates. I actually refer to them as “pre-dates.” To me, real dates start after I’ve decided 100%, ok, this is someone I’d like to spend time with and to get...
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