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 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...
Attachment Styles and Their Impact on Dating and Relationships
Romantic relationships are a fundamental part of our lives. For this reason, the way we form and maintain them can significantly impact our emotional and mental well-being. One of the primary factors that shape our relationships is our attachment style. According to...
The Psychology Behind Online Dating and How It Affects People’s Behavior
Online dating is a unique way to make connections. In this generation, swiping right is the new means of saying “hey, I like you”. With the rise of dating apps and websites, more people are turning to technology as a means of finding their perfect match. As we...
Who The Clients Are At Hidden Gem And Who They Are Looking For
What Clients At Hidden Gem Are Looking For As an online dating profile writer I am in a unique position of getting to know hundreds of people currently looking for love on various online dating platforms. I excitedly share that I get to meet people without actually...
What Not To Write In Your Online Dating Profile. Part IV
The Don'ts Of Writing Your Online Dating Profile Writing online dating profiles can be tough. You're excited about the opportunity to go out on lots of dates and meet lots of great people, but first you must create a profile about yourself, then put it out there for...
Should You Use Professional Photos In Your Online Dating Profile?
Thinking Of Using A Professional Photographer For Your Online Dating Photos? Key Points: Yes, having professional photos taken is a good idea Should professional photos be the only photos in your profile? No. A mix is still good. Having a well-created buttoned up...
Which Online Dating Site Should You Use?
Wondering Which Online Dating Platform Is Right For You? One of the questions that I am most often asked is "which dating site should I use?" With so many options, it's understandable to not be sure what to do. I recently wrote a post about online dating statistics. I...