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Online Dating After Divorce: A Guide for People in Their 40s

"Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall," said. Scott Fitzgerald, and indeed, life after divorce can feel like the refreshing, crisp air of autumn.

27 Nov

4 mins read

Mismatched Desires: Handling the Connection When One Wants Casual and the Other Wants Serious

Imagine being on a rollercoaster with a new connection you made two weeks ago. You're both on board, but as the twists and turns begin, you realise you're not quite in sync. One person is an excitement and adventure seeker, while the other clings to the safety bar, wanting a smoother, more predictable journey.

4 Sep

5 mins

Should I Text Him? Navigating the Digital Dance of Modern Dating

Welcome to the world of modern dating (especially Online Dating), where the simple question, "Should I text him?" holds a universe of uncertainty and anticipation.

25 Aug

5 mins Read

Is He Still Emotionally Involved with His Ex?

Ex’s take a large space in our minds while dating, whether we like it or not. We wonder what they look like, how the relationship ended, etc… One of the most important criteria, especially for women is to feel safe. This not only relates to financial stability but also feeling emotionally safe.That may be one of the reasons why there is so much talk and literature on the subject of emotionally unavailable “men” out there. Sometimes also referred to as “avoidant attachment” style.

21 Aug

3 mins read

Does Chemistry Trump it All when Dating in Midlife?

When I joined bumble for the first time in 2018 I was a 43 year-old single mum living in London. Most men’s profiles at the time, and even now, in the age range I was targeting (43 to 53) mentioned “Chemistry” in one form or another. It appeared to be the top criteria for men looking to date in that age range.

7 Jul

3 min read

When is The “Right” Time to Introduce Him to Your Friends?

So, I’ve been dating, well actually I am in a relationship with a man long distance for the past 4 and half months and we’ve had about four or five trips now to see each other, and I feel quite confident that this is the man for me. When it comes to sharing the news with close ones, or even going one step further, introducing him to friends or family, there is always this doubt that what if I introduce him to my friends and then we break up!

7 Jul

3 min read

Thriving Together: Top 5 Factors That Make Long Distance Relationships Last

Long-distance relationships often face scepticism and doubt, particularly when the individuals involved are navigating through their 40s and 50s and managing the intricacies of raising children. However, flourishing long-distance relationships do exist, and they are more common than you may believe. After all, I have been in one for a bout a year now and it is still thriving.

7 Jul

3 min read