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Ronnie Ann Ryan, MBA, CCC, is a Business and Personal Certified Coach serving two distincts niches
1)Finding love as the Dating Coach, she has helped over a thousand people jumpstart or accelerate their search for love. Her book, MANifesting Mr. Right: It's Never Too Late to Find the Love You Want has received high praise from the likes of Sam Horn, author of Tongue Fu and Emcee of the Maui Writer's Conference, and Trudy Griswold, ... [More]

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  • Dating After Divorce - Nine Tips to Make Finding Love a Priority
    [Relationships:Post-Divorce] Has your love-life been on the back burner too long? Finding love is like any other goal. You need a plan and the commitment to follow through. Discover how to make finding love a priority with nine great suggestions to get you started today.


  • Dating After Divorce - What's With the Shortage of Men?
    [Relationships:Post-Divorce] Are you tired of hearing that there are no men, wherever it is you're living? If you refuse to move to Alaska (Who could blame you?)and have never lived in a place where people said, "Boy, are you lucky! This place is crawling with great, available guys!" Here's a fresh viewpoint about the quantity of available men.


  • Dating After Divorce - Evaporating Romance - Why Divorce Can Create a Disappearing Act
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] Recently, a new client came to me who was distraught from the end of her latest three month romance. As Karen told me her story, I started to recognize the problem before she could even finish. Her relationship with Scott started with a bang, but suddenly fizzled at the end of just two months. She broke it off at the end of the third month, disappointed, hurt and confused.


  • Dating Advice For Boomer Women - Adopt the Dating State of Mind
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] If you want to be in a relationship, the first step to your search is getting into a dating state of mind. I call this Adopting Dater's Mind, when you think of yourself as someone who dates. Sounds silly huh? Not really. If you don't think of yourself this way, you are probably struggling.


  • Dating After Divorce - One Smile Does Not Make You a Flirt
    [Relationships:Post-Divorce] If you smile at a guy and he ignores you - will that be the last man you ever smile at? I hope not! When you flirt as a regular part of your day, it becomes a charming part of your personality. Discover whey flirting is really a gift to yourself.


  • Dating Over 40 - Why Married Men Find You Attractive
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] Sometimes my women clients find themselves in a rut of attracting married men. This is actually different than being attracted to married men. There are a number of reasons why married men might find you attractive. Discover why this happens and what you can do to change this pattern to find the right man for you.


  • Dating Over 40 - 8 Great Ways to Celebrate the New Year Single Style
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] Unhappy that another New Year's Eve has rolled around? Feel like there's nothing to do? You aren't alone. Millions of people are in that same boat with you. The good news is with half the adult population being single, you have plenty of company to help ring in a fun new year. Here's a list of eight, innovative and fun-filled suggestions on what to do and things to try. Pull a few friends together and celebrate single style!


  • Dating Over 40 - Advice For Women - He's Not "My" Type
    [Relationships:Dating] If you have a "type" chances are strong that when you look back - your "type" may create the strongest attraction for you, but not always the strongest relationships. Read more to find out how having a type can get in the way of finding a loving partner.


  • Dating Tip For Women - Get Off the Bitter Bus!
    [Relationships:Dating] When you are negative about the singles' scene, you actually sabotage your prospects. Being happy, positive and open, are much better qualities. Here are a few tips to get you off the bitter bus and on to finding someone new and better.


  • Dating Advice For Boomer Women - Why No Weekend Dates? Catch on to Tell-Tale Signs
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] Did you ever date a guy who you had a great time with and saw weekly, but for some reason, never on the weekends? What's up with that? Discover how can you handle this situation and what you may want to do about it.


  • Dating Advice For Boomer Women - Can You Help Me Get a Date With George Clooney?
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] One of my clients often asks if I can get her a date with George Clooney. She's not totally kidding. I know who he is, but I certainly don't know him. If you are looking for a man in a certain social strata, you'll have to find a way to travel in the circle that he travels. Here are some suggestions.


  • Dating Advice For Women - Tell Him to Stop Looking at Me!
    [Relationships:Dating] How can you get the wrong men to stop looking at you? I'm not sure that's the right question. Instead ask yourself what it means that they look at you. Could it be evidence that men find you attractive?


  • Dating Advice For Independent Women - Dinner Date Feng Shui
    [Relationships:Dating] Many powerful women say they want a strong, masculine man. To attract such a man, start giving way on your first couple of dinner dates to energetically make room for him. It's not always easy to modify the chick-in-charge act, but if you desire partnership with a balance of power between two strong individuals, these subtle energetic suggestions can make a huge difference.


  • Dating Over 40 - For Women, Dating is an Ageless Activity
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] Recently, I spoke to college women about dating at the Women's Image Conference at Sacred Heart University in CT. Having been out of college for "some years," I wasn't sure what this age group would want to know. To prepare, I talked with a few women in their 20's, currently attending college. How surprised was I to discover that things aren't that different from the issues I discuss with women 35 plus. Find out what the younger generation says or wants to know about finding a loving relationship.


  • Dating Over 40 - Tips to Reduce Dating Stress and Enjoy Your Mid-Life Love Life
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] Dating at any age can be very stressful. The excitement is double-edged, both thrilling and anxiety producing, because there are so many unknowns. Here are five methods I share with clients to reduce stress, stay balanced, and enjoy dating.


  • Conversational Flirting - Tips to Connect With Dating Prospects
    [Relationships:Dating] You see a great looking man (or woman) and wish you could think of something to say. But shyness overcomes you or you get tongue-tied. In that split second you have to connect with someone - the right words don't seem to pop into your head Well fear no longer. Here are a few simple, yet highly effective tips to help you get over that hump and flirt with the best of them.


  • Dating Advice For Women Over 40 - Give the Good Guys a Chance
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] Women often grumble about the inventory of single men saying, "There are no good men available." Well new evidence is in and it's quite the contrary. I spoke with eight single men in their 40's who are members of a local dating service. What an eye opener! We spent an hour together discussing their surprising dating experiences. Hold onto your hats ladies because this is a shocker!


  • Online Dating - Ladies, Forget About Online Dating Sites With Personality Tests
    [Relationships:Dating] February's Atlantic Monthly includes a 10 page cover story about online dating. The piece focused on how more sites are mimicking the eHarmony personality test method to match members for better compatibility and working with experts/researchers from academia. But the research has one dramatic flaw that no one is talking about.


  • Dating Over 40 - Four Tips to Attract Love - Apply the Law of Attraction to Your Dating Efforts
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] Work with your subconscious mind on the inner plane, coupled with taking action in the outer plane for a powerful combination to manifest the love you want. Put these four methods to work and watch your romantic karma transform and your dreams become a reality.


  • Dating Over 40 - Deepen Your Relationship by Asking the Hard Questions
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] When you first start dating someone new, everything is exciting but, sooner or later, you'll encounter a bump on your blissful path of love. Not to worry. Hitting a rough spot is a good thing because it strengthens your relationship and provides information about your long-term compatibility.


  • Dating After Divorce - Even Today, Men Still Enjoy the Chase
    [Relationships:Post-Divorce] It's shocking but true! Men still think women seem desperate when women chase them, call them, ask them out, etc. Get the inside scoop and dating advice direct from the "horse's mouth" on how to avoid behaviors that turn off the good guys looking for love.


  • Holiday Dating Tips - Make the Most of Mistletoe!
    [Relationships:Dating] Some singles think the holiday season is a drag - but really it's quite a social opportunity! Here are five tips to help you leverage the festivities and survive or even enjoy the parties.


  • Dating After Divorce - Put on a Skirt and Start to Flirt!
    [Relationships:Post-Divorce] Increasing your feminine charm can not only make you more attractive, but it can also help you feel friendlier. Rediscover the power and delicious fun of your feminine allure.


  • Dating After Divorce - Resist Your Urge to Pursue Him
    [Relationships:Post-Divorce] Sometimes women try to pursue a man at the beginning of a relationship, but this strategy is destined to fail. Discover a surefire way to find out if a man is truly interested in you or just curious and flattered by your advances.


  • Dating Over 40 - Handling Rejection - Ask Yourself, "Who's Next?"
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] If you are going to date, you are going to get rejected. And with online dating, the rejection rate is even higher. Here's a simple, yet powerful technique that can not only get you through it, but also keep you smiling.


  • Dating After Divorce - Is Looking For Love Too Embarrassing?
    [Relationships:Post-Divorce] If you're too embarrassed to tell anyone you're looking for love, you are missing out on one of the most powerful methods to generate love-life prospects. Here are the most frequently mentioned reasons for embarrassment about looking for love and new ways to think about them that will help dissipate their discomfort.


  • Dating Over 40 - Love is a State-of-Mind - Six Tips to Find It
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] Sometimes frustration creeps into your search for love, causing your energy and attitude to plummet. Yet, the Universal Law of Attraction states "Like attracts like." which means it's a lot easier to find love if you are a loving person and maintain a loving state-of-mind.


  • Dating Divorced Men - More Red Flags to Watch For
    [Relationships:Dating] Divorced men can be great to date, but only if they are ready for a new relationship. These red flags will help you figure out if he's really available or still needs time to heal.


  • Dating Divorced Men - Red Flags to Watch For
    [Relationships:Dating] When dating divorced men, there are some key red flags to watch for. Pay attention if you see any of these behaviors because your happiness and the quality of your relationship may hang in the balance.


  • Dating Over 40 - If It's the Right Relationship, Shouldn't it Flow Smoothly?
    [Relationships:Post-Divorce] Is the test for a new relationship how smoothly it flows?Shouldn't everything be easy if you found the right person? With mid-life dating comes baggage that can make things a bit bumpy, but that doesn't always mean you haven't found the right person.


  • Dating After Divorce - Open Up to New Ways to Meet Prospects
    [Relationships:Post-Divorce] "What the Heck?" thinking can help you loosen you up to try new methods for meeting people. It can also help you stay more positive on your dating journey.


  • Dating After Divorce - Essential Dating Tip For Women - Who Should Pay?
    [Relationships:Post-Divorce] One of the biggest dating topics for women is the question of who should pay. Find out why even offering to pay is not the best dating strategy today.


  • Dating After Divorce - Connecting on Facebook - Cyberspace Vs Real Life
    [Relationships:Post-Divorce] Last week, Alice, a divorced woman in her 40's, wrote to me asking for dating coaching advice about a guy on Facebook. She's been reconnecting with school buddies and found one guy she had a big crush on in high school. Tom responded to her friend request and emails very positively - he seemed genuinely happy to hear from her! She was asking me for advice on her next step because she had been too aggressive in the past and didn't want to mess this one up.


  • Dating Over 40 - The Problem With Mr Twinkle Eye
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] Recently, one of my over 40 dating coaching clients was explaining the type of guy she is looking for. This woman who is 51, successful, bright, energetic and friendly, wants a man with some passion and that certain something she can only describe as "a twinkle in his eye."


  • Dating Advice For Women - Do You Have the Sex-Kitten Curse?
    [Relationships:Dating] Some women are just born sexy. They can't help it and often they don't try - they just are. It's in their very nature. But it's not a guarantee for dating or relationship success. In fact, it can actually be a curse! You don't just want to attract men - you want to attract the "right" men. So what's a woman to do?


  • Boomer Dating - Is There Room For Two in Your Christmas Stocking?
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] You may say you want to find love, but do you have room in your life for someone else? Here are some simple things to look at which reveal your emotional state as open and ready or not quite there yet. Plus, discover one simple step you can take this season to shift your intention about love.


  • Venus Explains How to Tap Into Your Inner Goddess
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] Venus, the Roman Goddess of Love is an ancient archetype for feminine beauty and romantic love. As a Dating Coach, I was excited to have the opportunity to interview her to see how she might help you connect with her energy and your own divine allure. Discover how to build self-esteem and improve self-image, as well as imagine yourself as a woman who captures a man's attention.


  • Dating Advice For Boomer Women - Can You Get Stale on Match?
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] The other day my client Cheryl asked me if after a year on Match, was she now considered stale? I thought this was a fascinating question. How long does it take before you should switch sites and be considered new again? Here are four things you can do to ensure your profile stays fresh and well-viewed.


  • Over 40 Dating Advice For Women - When is it OK to Roll in the Hay?
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] Just the other day one of my clients wanted to talk about sex. She had questions about when it's OK to become intimate. We discussed the old saying, "Why buy the cow when the milk is free?" Does this archaic way of looking at sex still hold true?


  • Dating Advice For Boomer Women - Give Cupid a Hand to Find Love
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] With Valentine's Day on the horizon, thoughts about finding a sweetheart pop into almost every single woman's mind. As a dating coach, so many clients ask me where the best places are to meet men. Surprisingly, this is not the first step on the road to finding love.


  • Dating Tips For Men and Women - Leverage the Luck of the Irish to Become Lucky in Love!
    [Relationships:Dating] When you speak of the Irish, talk often turns to luck. According to Wikipedia, this can be a tongue and cheek discussion of luck, since the Irish have fallen victim to many woes over the centuries. Another entry cited that when you catch a Leprechaun, you'll get a piece of gold - which certainly would be lucky!


  • Over 40 Dating Advice - Are You Ready to Have the Time of Your Life Or Waiting to Get Motivated?
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] So many of my coaching clients resist getting out there and drag their feet about meeting new prospects. Why is that? Fear or rejection? Worried that their efforts won't be rewarded? Sick of dating altogether?


  • Dating Over 40 Advice - Why Small Talk is a Key Skill For Dating Success
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] This weekend I met with a new male client who is 47, wants to find a woman, get married and have children. He's an average looking guy, personable enough, has a good job, owns his own home. What's the hitch? Turns out Joe refuses to engage in small talk.


  • Over 40 Dating Advice For Women - Look Past the Paycheck For Love
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] As women have taken on more traditionally male high-powered jobs, this has created a strong ripple affect on their love lives. In times past, women often married up, using their good looks or background to get a man who was considered a "good provider." But, if women are going to occupy many of those "good provider" jobs, perhaps they can loosen up the need for Mr. Equal Income and think of other important qualities that a life partner can offer.


  • Relationship Advice For Women - Do You Think About Leaving Every Time You Have a Fight?
    [Relationships:Conflict] When you have a fight with your partner, do you try to find a solution or immediately think of leaving the relationship? If you answered "Yes!" then learning how to work things out might be worth a try.


  • Dating After Divorce - Should I Care If He Didn't Go to College?
    [Relationships:Post-Divorce] My dating coaching client, Dana, was bothered by Rex's lack of education. He's a plumber and she has a master's degree. Dana wanted a man with a good education and felt confused by this. She said she was glad to meet such a great guy and was having fun dating him over the last two months, but what was my take on her education requirement? Find out what I told Dana and how education may impact your relationship.


  • Dating Advice For Women - Don't Step on His Male Ego - Emasculation Isn't Pretty
    [Relationships:Dating] Had I been using my feminine brain instead of my masculine chick-in-charge brain, I would have realized the best course of action was to step back and let my husband take over. No such luck - I forged ahead discussing options with the guy. My husband started fuming - it took me while to catch on. Oh oh.


  • Dating Advice For Women - What If I Am a Bad Picker When it Comes to Men?
    [Relationships:Dating] This weekend I was speaking to old college friends about what else - dating! One friend Allison complained that the biggest obstacle to her getting back out there to find a man or date is the fact that she has not chosen well in the past. "I have a history of picking the wrong men!" complained Allison.


  • Dating After Divorce - Thinking About Finding Love? Why Not Start Looking Now?
    [Relationships:Post-Divorce] Saturday a prospective client called to talk about dating coaching. She wanted to know how it works and could I help with her online profile. As we talked about the process, Vanessa mentioned she'd met me 6 years earlier at a dating workshop.


  • Advanced Flirting Tips For Attracting More Men Than Ever - Part 2
    [Relationships:Dating] The best way to meet new men is to focus on how you can be more approachable. That's because you want to make it easy for them to meet you. My suggestion as a dating coach is to rely on your feminine charm to captivate and intrigue. I've written lots of articles about basic flirting, such as smiling briefly with eye contact, being friendly, looking like you're having a great time. Once you master those, there are a number of advanced flirting techniques that work like magic with most men.


  • Advanced Flirting Tips For Women to Attract More Men Than Ever - Part 1
    [Relationships:Singles] When you go out to meet men, you want to be approachable to make it easy for them to meet you. The best thing is to rely on your feminine allure to capture their attention.


  • Dating Advice For Women - 7 Ways to Let Go of Your Ex and Move on to Find Love Again
    [Relationships:Dating] As a dating coach and former torch-holder, here's what I learned about old flames. Holding on to the hope that one day you'll get back together is nothing more than a happy illusion 99% of the time. I held a torch for 10 long years (OK, I was a slow learner) I thought I couldn't move on until I told my college boyfriend what he was missing and what a mistake he'd made. Please don't follow in my footsteps. I recommend doing whatever you need to do, to clear things up as soon as possible. Here are seven methods you can try to free yourself from wasting time holding that torch. I want to help you move on to find the love you want and deserve as soon as possible.


  • Dating After Divorce - Don't Date From the Sidelines
    [Relationships:Post-Divorce] After six months together, you are not dating any more. You are in a relationship. All that holding off, holding back, letting the man lead stuff that is appropriate during the initial dating period softens with time. Women start acting more like a partner which is to be expected. It makes sense to keep your eyes open, but what happens when you continually view your situation from the outside? You cannot be in two places at once. So Maribeth lives her relationship from the sidelines - not the smartest way to go.


  • Dating After Divorce - I Miss Being Alone - Can't I Have a Boyfriend Just For Saturday Night?
    [Relationships:Post-Divorce] I totally understand what a change of lifestyle this can be for someone out of practice in the relationship department. It's hard when you've been alone for a while, I know. Everyone is entitled to live life the way they want it to. But I had to say something to her about this. She might sabotage the relationship she had wanted for so long.


  • Launch Your Post Divorce Love Life - 5 Steps From Dating Inertia to Meeting Men
    [Relationships:Post-Divorce] Are you MIA (missing in action) regarding your dating life? No dates. No effort put towards your love life. No closer to finding the love you want and deserve. When you are super busy, your love life can be left languishing on the side lines. If you find that most of your life leaves no room for dating, that means you are dating MIA. So what's a woman to do? Here are five tips to launch your love life and move past dating inertia.


  • Dating Divorced Men - The Downside of Being Upfront With Him
    [Relationships:Post-Divorce] One of my dating coaching clients, Julie, met a guy with real potential on the internet. His profile was great and he seemed very smart. Julie and Dave had a really wonderful phone conversation and she was excited to be meeting him for coffee. . Unfortunately, Dave had several kids from different ex-wives which was a problem for Julie. She felt the best thing to do was to be upfront with him about her feelings on kids and ex-wives. I asked Julie to take a step back and consider how that message might sound if she was receiving it. Being "too honest" will very likely turn him off.


  • Online Dating Tips For Women - How Do I Get Men to Ask Me Out Vs Emailing Me?
    [Relationships:Dating] One of my new dating coaching clients told me about her online dating experience. Sarah explained that she's frustrated by guys who want to be email buddies. They stall on inviting her for a face-to-face meeting. She asked me how long she should wait before saying, "Enough small talk, when do I get to meet you?" She really wants to meet someone nice, start a regular dating pattern which will eventually turn into a long-term relationship.


  • Dating Advice For Boomer Women - To Attract Love, Be Loving
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] Do you embody a loving attitude? According to the Law of Attraction made famous by "The Secret," like attracts like. By that logic, if you are working to attract love, you need to embody love and be loving. This might sound obvious to you, but let me give you an example of how to apply this powerful concept.


  • Dating Advice For Women - 8 Powerful Ways to Get Your Man Back
    [Relationships:Conflict] You've been dating a guy for a while, and everything was great. But now, for some reason he seems distracted and may be losing interest. What's a woman to do? Women often don't know why this happens, but we usually blame ourselves. You might be thinking - "What did I do wrong?"


  • Dating Younger Men - 5 Different Types You May Enjoy Dating
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] Interested in dating younger men? It's a dating phenomenon that is rapidly growing. Today, 30% of women over 40 are dating younger men. Younger men can be very appealing for many obvious reasons. Learn about several different types of younger guys and which one might be right for you!


  • Dating Advice For Women - Hey There Drummer Boy
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] Are you a party go-er or a social hider? The holiday season may bring out the best or worst in you. Regardless of your background or state of mind, the holidays are laden with socializing opportunities and that is a good thing if you are single. Discover five ways to leverage the single mingle options to meet new prospects throughout the season and into the New Year.


  • A Singles Holiday Survival Guide - 5 Tips to Enjoy the Season
    [Relationships:Singles] For some singles, the holiday season can be difficult and emotional. With so much focus on family and couples, it's no wonder. Yet, there are a number of things you can do to make the most of the season. Here are five tips that can change your holiday experience for the better!


  • Online Profile Tip For Women - Portray Yourself As Friendly Vs Independent
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] Are you an independent woman with a rich full life? Do you want to maintain your own space even though you want a relationship? I get that. You've been on your own for a while and enjoy that independence. Good for you!


  • Dating Advice - Don't Do the Jellyfish Breakup
    [Relationships:Conflict] Breaking up is never fun. But there are things you can do to protect your heart and rebuild your self-esteem. If you can't decide to break up or commit to work things out- you may be exhibiting jellyfish tendencies. Jellyfish don't have spines or a backbone. They flutter around and repeat the same mistakes over and over again, stating that they just can't help it. Find out the best way to get this over with and start the healing process, while still leaving the door open for your love.


  • Online Profile Tip For Boomer Women - Portray Yourself As a Desirable Woman
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] Are you a busy professional? Do you have a demanding, important job that occupies most of your time and energy? If a man says he's a busy professional with a demanding job that takes up most of his time - would you be interested or would you wonder if he'd even have time to date you? Your online dating profile is ADVERTISING. Yes, I believe in truth in advertising. But do you need to slap men in the face with your truth? Uh, not if you want to attract one.


  • Dating Advice For Women - I'm Sort of Seeing This Guy - The Undefined Relationship
    [Relationships:Post-Divorce] Have you ever found yourself "sort of" seeing a man? The term usually means that your relationship status is undefined. Sometimes it's about not being sure. Sometimes it about a man's unwillingness to commit. Find out how my dating coaching client decided to handle this frustrating situation to guard her heart and date smart.


  • Dating Advice For Women - The Power of Intention and How to Make it Work in the Dating Arena
    [Relationships:Dating] What intentions do you have for your dating efforts? Do you expect that it will be horrible, hard work, unpleasant and disappointing? Well it might turn out that way. But how would you rather experience your search for love? What if getting out there could be fun, entertaining and full of laughter? What if you could feel good about yourself, be connected to your feminine allure, and meet interesting men? Imagine sharing fun and exciting stores with your closest girlfriends or sisters, sharing great moments that lead up to meeting the right man for you. Your intention makes a big difference in your dating results.


  • Six Ways to Get Past Your Resistance to Getting Started on the Dating Journey
    [Relationships:Post-Divorce] You've been divorced for a while now, maybe a year, maybe a lot longer. Friends have asked you what you are doing to meet men, but you calmly reply, "Not much." And that's OK, for a while. Not that everyone must have a new relationship. I understand how it's not for everyone.


  • Dating Advice For Women - Easy Opening Lines to Start a Conversation
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] Did you ever see a man in the grocery line who you wanted to talk to? Maybe he was in the line at the bank or even at a friend's party. You struggle to come up with something to say. It feels like you can hear the clock ticking while you pray that your brain will finally kick in and come up with a clever question. Well, one thing I can tell you is that it doesn't have to be hard at all. In fact it can be amazingly simple and easy


  • Trick Or Treat? Dating Advice That Dispels Creepy Notions About Finding Love
    [Relationships:Dating] For many, Halloween conjures thoughts of scary movies, haunted houses, witches and goblins. But you'd be surprised how many people find the idea of dating in mid-life just as frightening, if not more! As a professional dating coach, I'd like to dispel a few of the chilling misconceptions that keep people from taking steps to change their single status.


  • Dating Advice For Women - Look Past the "Alpha Male" to Find Love
    [Relationships:Dating] If you like take-charge men with plenty of confidence, you are likely attracted to the "alpha male." But can he make you happy? Often your "type" will appear very attractive and yet have the very same personality flaws that end up breaking your heart. To find love, it helps to open your eyes to new personality types who surprisingly, might be a better fit.


  • Dating Dilemma - Should I Wait For Him to Call?
    [Relationships:Dating] This article is about a constant dating dilemma - the guy doesn't call and women want to know if there is something they can do about it. Well, yes and no. But what the heck, you only live once. Understand the dating strategy behind making this decision and whatever step you decide to take. Solid, savvy dating advice and handling this frequent dilemma.


  • Dating Advice For Boomer Women - Do Your Actions Line Up With Your Intentions and Desires?
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] Elaine insists she yearns for a loving, committed relationship. But, does she have time for it? And does she really want love? Looking at her situation objectively, Elaine's actions don't really match up with her desire. Right now, she doesn't have time for a man in her life. And she does very little to find one or free up her time constraints. After coaching for months, nothing has really changed regarding her schedule or her efforts to meet men. Find out how Elaine can use the Law of Attraction and take steps to turn this situation around.


  • What Makes You Lovable? Self-Appreciation Increases Confidence For Dating
    [Relationships:Dating] If feeling lovable isn't something familiar, it's time to take your "Lovability Inventory." This is a great exercise to reconnect with what makes you unique and to fully appreciate everything you have to offer. The truth is that everyone has many lovable qualities, but you don't always remember them!


  • Open Your Heart to Love - A Powerful Dating Tip For Women
    [Relationships:Dating] Here's an easy and powerful visualization technique to help you open your heart to love and men. The more you work with the exercise, the more you'll move through your day in an open manner. Men will see you as safe to approach and be more willing to start a conversation. Try it and watch what a difference it makes in your love life.


  • Acting Friendly Pays Off in Dates For Women
    [Relationships:Dating] Becoming more aware of opportunities to simply be more friendly pays off because you lower the risk for men to approach you. And when men approach you, talk to you and feel good around you, they will want to see you again.


  • Dating Advice For Boomer Women - Don't Settle For Half a Relationship, Even If the Sex is Fun
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] Is there anything wrong with good sex? Of course not. But if you're looking for more than a roll in the hay, maybe even a loving partnership, you may need to raise your standards for what's acceptable in a relationship. Here's what one woman asked me on this subject and my response.


  • Flirtatious Flattery Makes a Great Opening Line
    [Relationships:Dating] A compliment can be a great opener - because you're letting the person know from the start that s/he has something you admire enough to mention it. At the very least, you'll make someone smile and feel appreciated, and on the upside, it could be the start of a fabulous relationship.


  • Stop Dating Jerks! Advice to Avoid Heartache and Time Lost With Unworthy Partners
    [Relationships:Dating] Are you tired of dating jerks and wish there was a quicker way to know if the person you just started seeing is not the right one? Well actually, there is! Discover a list of seven telltale signs that let you know pretty quickly if Mr./Ms. Right is really Mr./Ms. Wrong. Stop wasting precious time and exposing yourself to heartbreak with these savvy insights.


  • Dating Advice - Horseshoe Crabs Do It! - Four Tips to Naturally Find a Mate
    [Relationships:Dating] Why is it so hard for people to find a good mate when it should be a completely natural process? Being single in mid-life is a time when we have our own ways of doing things and baggage - love history from previous relationships gone wrong. These factors contributes to a vast adult single population who feels lonely and sometimes apathetic about even looking for love. But we can learn from watching horseshoe crabs with these four perspectives about dating to loosen up the strict criteria that keeps people single.


  • The Zen of Dating - Lessons From My Maple Trees
    [Relationships:Dating] Zen talks about "Beginner's Mind." How would your dating be different if you approached each adventure with an open heart and mind? If you can relax and take the pressure off, you will notice new things and have new experiences - which can lead to better dating results.


  • Does Your Type Limit Your Happiness? Dating Advice For Women
    [Relationships:Dating] Do the people you date have similarities, in the way they look, lifestyle, or personality characteristics? For example, your type may be a tall man with blue eyes. Or, you may be attracted to older, distinguished or accomplished men. Unfortunately, having a type frequently presents the same relationship issues over and over again - a situation that can be exhausting. Find out how to change this pattern for greater dating success.


  • Dating Advice For Boomer Women - 7 Darn Good Reasons Why Younger Men Date Older Women
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] There are countless reasons why a younger man might date an older woman from lust to love and many in between. Here's a list of seven that are the most probable from this dating coach's perspective.


  • Flirting Dilemma - How to Know When You're Over Thinking
    [Relationships:Dating] How do you know when you are over thinking a flirting opportunity? That's easy. Discover the simple clues that you are in your head making up stories rather than walking up to someone you've noticed and striking up a conversation. Find out how to avoid allowing your inner conversation to get in the way of meeting new people and making connections.


  • Dating Advice For Boomer Women - I Want to Date a Man Just Like Me
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] More and more, I find that women in their 40's and 50's want to date men who meet very specific criteria. Many women know exactly what they are looking for in a partner including energy level, activities and interests, and economic status. What about you? Do you know who you want to date? As a dating coach, I have women make a list describing right man and there's definitely a common thread in this exercise. Turns out many women are often describing a mirror image of themselves! But, will a man just like you be the best romantic partner?


  • Dating Advice For Boomer Women - Lacking Motivation? Get a Dating Buddy!
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] One of my dating coaching clients, Isabel, has been struggling with staying motivated to keep looking for love. She finds so many reasons to not go to events or worse, signing up for things, but not attending them. This pattern kept her from sticking with her dating action plan to get out there, meet men and be seen and really is at odds with her goal to find love. Discover a fun solution to help you stay motivated and active with your search for love.


  • Online Dating Advice - Is There Such a Thing As Too Much Honesty?
    [Relationships:Dating] When you are creating your profile, there is such a thing as too much honesty. What you put in your description says a lot about you in face value. But, if you get good at "reading between the lines' you may be sending out negative vibes without realizing it. Find out what to avoid for a profile that shows you in the best possible light, while describing who you want in a positive, attractive way.


  • Dating Advice For Women - We Had a Great Connection! - Why Wasn't There a Second Date?
    [Relationships:Dating] Many of my clients come to their coaching session, uttering this statement about a recent dating disappointment: "But we had such a great connection! why didn't things work out?" Yup, you know what that's like - when you feel like you both really seem to "GET" each other. You have a lot of eye contact and talk like you've known each other forever. You were having a great time and you KNOW he was too. So what happened?


  • Dating Advice For Boomer Women - How to Bring Out Your Inner Hottie
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] How is your self-image? Do you know that you are an attractive woman who men notice? If you don't answer yes to these questions, then take a lesson from of all people, Paris Hilton. Believe it or not, Paris has some sound advice about how to handle a bad hair day. Discover what Paris relies on to feel good about herself and the secret so many beautiful women know to keep their self-esteem healthy.


  • Speed Dating Tips - What Do We Talk About?
    [Relationships:Dating] Speed dating is a fast, fun way to meet other singles. While you might not find a match the first time out, the more often you attend, the better your chances of finding someone who is worth getting to know. Here are a few tips about what to talk about during the event.


  • Ask Santa For Love - Dating Advice to Make Dreams Come True This Holiday Season
    [Relationships:Dating] Why not request love for your holiday gift this year? This season is a time of miracles when dreams come true. Learn about several manifesting techniques that you can put to use right away to help you find the love you want and deserve, including the time-honored tradition of writing a letter to Santa.


  • Dating Exit Strategies - 10 Kind Ways to Say "No Thanks!"
    [Relationships:Dating] Are you concerned about how to turn away unwanted prospects? This can be quite daunting for the woman who feels compelled to be nice. But, how can you expect to survive dating, without being able to say "No" to any number of requests? Here are 10 kind ways to say "no thank you."


  • How to Reinforce Saying "No Thank You" With Body Language - Dating Advice For Women
    [Relationships:Dating] When you start meeting men, sooner or later you will find yourself in that uncomfortable position where you have to say "No." No to a goodnight kiss, a second date, or providing your telephone number. Here are a few tips to help you align your non-verbal communication with your words to be clear that you really mean what you say.


  • The Downside of Chemistry in Dating
    [Relationships:Dating] If you ask women what qualities they seek in a man, inevitably the conversation turns to chemistry. Women say they know immediately whether there is that magical spark or not. Chemistry is exciting, romantic, fast paced, and cannot be denied. Or can it? Let's take a look at both sides of chemistry to understand the advantages and drawbacks.


  • Enhance Your Chance For Summer Romance - Dating Advice For Women
    [Relationships:Dating] Are you entering the summer season single? Imagine a summer filled with light-hearted fun, flirting and meeting many new dating prospects. Sound enjoyable? Take a break from the usual way you spend the summer and try a few new tactics to enhance your chance for summer romance.


  • Perfection Won't Keep You Warm at Night - Dating Advice For Women
    [Relationships:Dating] As you search for Mr. Right, you need to remain realistic. The idea is to find the right man for you, not a perfect man. Someone who has a good mix of the qualities and an appreciation for you, to create the magical bond that is love.


  • Text, IM, EMail - Don't Men Talk on the Phone Anymore?
    [Relationships:Dating] Lately I've been hearing a lot about men connecting frequently - but not via the old fashioned way of a phone call. Today men are more interested in IMing or text messages. What's that about? Well, let's consider what's going on here.


  • Dating Advice For Boomer Women - Cinderella Gets Invited To The BBQ
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] Cinderella just got invited to a BBQ for July 4th by a couple who actually knows a few decent single guys. The angst begins. 1) Time is tight because she's got lots of projects and work to catch up on. And if she has kids this is her weekend. 2) She hasn't been to a party in such a long time that the whole idea Is not very appealing. 3) She doesn't have a thing to wear. All three concerns are problematic for Cinderella, but let's address them one by one


  • Dating Advice - Should A Woman Bring Up The Topic Of Marriage?
    [Relationships:Dating] Bringing up the topic of marriage is one of those questions that women have grappled with for eons. It's one of those things that almost every woman will think about at some point in her relationship. You might wonder, "How do I know if he is serious about me? I really want to get married. Should I bring it up and how?" Discover the best way to handle this question to get a real answer out of him and some specifics to avoid as well.


  • Why Don't Men Just Tell You When Things Are Over?
    [Relationships:Dating] One of my clients asked me why a man she'd been seeing didn't just come out and tell her he was getting married. He dropped the bomb in the middle of a business email. So many men have a habit of not communicating when it seems they should have just bit the bullet and said something. Find out what to make of this behavior.


  • Dating Advice for Boomer Women - Could Cupid Win the Next Primary?
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] Cupid may be popular in some circles, but in others, he wouldn't do much better than Giuliani. Most singles today are content with their solo-status and feel it's not worth the trouble to look for love. According to a study conducted by AARP among people 40-70, only 16% are willing to do anything to find love. That's why Cupid couldn't garner enough votes to win a primary. It's seems this icon of romance no longer stands for what the people want. But is that really true?


  • Dating Advice for Boomers - Do You Believe There's No Love for You?
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] According to a study conducted by AARP in the last few years, only 16% of singles between the ages of 40 and 70 take action to find love. Does that statistic surprise you? If not, you may be suffering from what I call "There's No Love for Me" Syndrome. This whoa-is-me outlook on love includes these eight limiting beliefs (and maybe more). The good news is there is a "cure" that is simple and works wonders on your outlook. Read on to discover how to put this technique to work for your and dramatically change your romance karma.


  • Dating Advice for Women - What's Up This Weekend? Going Out or Hiding Out?
    [Relationships:Dating] Do you have big plans for the weekend? Some people pack their weekends with activity. Some have loose plans and still others totally play it by ear. None of these choices are right or wrong. But if you are single and serious about looking for love, what steps will you take towards that goal? Instead of hiding out, you'll need to find a way out of non-dating inertia to find the love you want.


  • Seven Tips to Get Free Press in Local Papers
    [Business:Solo-Professionals] Trying to get publicity for your small business? When you follow these seven key press release tips, you dramatically improve your chances of getting picked up by the local newspapers.


  • How Do I Decide What Business Advice to Follow?
    [Business:Solo-Professionals] Do you get overwhelmed or confused by too much advice? Is it hard to know which advice to follow? Sometimes too much information can paralyze. Other times rehashing and thinking of new solutions drains your energy rather then making things better. Here's a very simple method to help make those hard decisions that is sure to work for you.


  • Dating Tips for Boomer Women: Do You Have Time to Date?
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] Who has time for dating? How are you supposed to fit another activity into your crazy, busy life? Looking for a loving relationship is actually a lifestyle choice. You could live a very happy, full life as a single woman. And many women do choose this – which is great. But if you want to date, understand it is a conscious choice you are making. If meeting someone special is truly your goal, you will make room in your calendar.


  • Dating Tips for Boomer Women- Men Are People Too!
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] When you start thinking about men being people too, you take the pressure off meeting Mr. Perfect, let your guard down and can start to just enjoy getting to know them. And that allows you to be yourself which is always very attractive. The more men you talk to, the more comfortable you'll be – great practice for when you do encounter one of the "good guys." Try being friendly and treating men like regular people. You'll be surprised at how quickly the positive feedback starts coming your way.


  • Dating Tips for Boomer Women- Attraction in Action - Why Do the Wrong Men Notice Me?
    [Relationships:Dating-for-Boomers] If you've been on a dating hiatus, it's possible you've disconnected from your feminine allure. That means you may have lost touch with your innate power of attraction. Allure is every woman's birth right, your genetic heritage and nature's game plan to ensure survival of the species. Here's how to re-think the unwanted attention you receive from the "wrong men" and use that to increase your attractiveness for the "right men."


  • Relationship Advice for Women - Break Up to Avoid the Mommy Syndrome
    [Relationships:Singles] Breaking up is never fun. But sometimes there is no other alternative. The last thing you want is a man who wants a Mommy. To help your recovery, remember to look at how the relationship contributed to your personal growth. Take stock of what you learned and what you don't want to do again, so you'll be smarter next time. And, know that finding love remains possible.


  • Drive-Thru Dating: Why Instant Relationship is Not on the Menu
    [Relationships:Dating] In this day and age of on-demand TV, text messaging and IMing, people operate at warp speed. The information age has dramatically skewed ideas on how long it takes to create change. Yet, my clients think they should meet someone immediately and get angry or frustrated when it doesn't happen fast enough. Or, if they do meet someone, they rush into relationship and intimacy. Discover four practical ways to reconcile warp speed with the basic laws of life and love.


  • Dating Sabotage - Six Attitudes that Will Keep You Single and How to Turn Things Around
    [Relationships:Singles] This is a New Year's reality check for relationship seekers. Many clients start conversations with me by emphatically stating what they WILL NOT DO. Okay, I understand. There are some dating avenues that you don't like, but what are you willing to do? This article addresses negativity about dating – to open your mind, your heart and your eyes to the possibilities! I always say "People fall in love every day." and 99.99%, of those people have actively pursued it.


  • Holiday Survival Guide for Singles – 5 Ways to Enjoy the Season
    [Relationships:Singles] Are you single and worried about surviving the holiday season solo? Not to worry because now, being single is actually in vogue! Discover five ways to ensure your holidays are enjoyable and celebrate Single-Style.


  • Speed Dating Tips: How to Make the Most of the Event
    [Relationships:Dating] Speed dating events offer two ways to meet new people, throught he scheduled mini-dates and during the mingling before, after and at break-time. Here's how you can make the most of both parts for more enjoyment and success.


  • Use Symbols of Love to Stay Positive about Your Search
    [Relationships:Dating] Sometimes it’s hard to stay positive when searching for a romantic partner. You may need help to shore up your belief that you will find the right man. If you feel yourself wavering, I recommend collecting symbols of love to help remind you that love is really possible. Here are a few ideas to get you started.


  • Dating Advice - Ladies, Eye Contact Draws Men In
    [Relationships:Dating] Nearly 93% of attraction is communicated non-verbally. So how do you get someone's attention? Make eye contact!


  • The Key to Dating Success? Think of It as "Data Gathering"
    [Relationships:Dating] Love at first sight happens occasionally, but does it happen every time you meet someone new? If you’ve had your heart crushed more than once by rushing into a relationship, it might be time to try a new approach. Think of dating as "data gathering." Before you give your heart away – take time to find out if the person is worthy, meets your needs, and has the long-term potential you desire.


  • Conversation 101: Four Tips to Get Started
    [Business:Networking] Not sure what to talk about at your next networking meeting or cocktail party? The key to easy conversation is getting curious about other people. When you see someone you want to talk to, get curious about who that person is, what s/he likes, who you know in common, what brings the person to the event, etc. Below, you'll find four tips to initiate a conversation, keep it going, and exit with grace.


  • Good Bragging – Change the Way You Think about Self-Promotion
    [Business:Careers-Employment] What’s so horrible about self-promotion? Have you ever noticed that the people who excel at this activity get ahead faster? Keep this key fact in mind: People who talk about their accomplishments get attention, get noticed by management, and get promoted. They also land new accounts and close big deals. Maybe it’s time to take a fresh look at the practice of bragging.





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