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The articles below focus on overcoming the stress and anxiety surrounding online dating and seeking romantic connections.

Smooth sailing isn’t exactly how anyone would describe dating nowadays, or ever. If you’ve ever watched Hitch or any other kind of rom-com, you’ll know people have struggled with dating long before iPhones were born. But dating doesn’t have to be a constant challenge either.

Our expert-backed content addresses dating anxiety to help daters not only find success in the dating world but also enjoy the journey. Say goodbye to fear of rejection, performance pressure, and avoidance behaviors with our help.

Whether you’re new to the dating scene or returning after an extended break, our articles can help you face the unknowns of connecting with someone new and beat the pressure of first impressions. Learn strategies for building confidence and practicing mindful dating habits.

We also cover anxiety during the relationship stage. Our experts can explain how anxious attachment styles can show up in relationships and how to address them. With our guides, you’ll learn practical tips for overcoming social anxiety and self-sabotaging behaviors while dating and in a relationship.

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How I Beat Dating Anxiety and Found Love: 6 Strategies

Liam Smith

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A dating coach shares six ways she beat dating anxiety, like setting non-negotiables, becoming the chooser, and dating more than one man at a time.

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Taking Rejection With Grace: A Dating Coach’s 4 Tips

Liam Smith

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A dating coach's four ways to handle rejection: a short pity party, self-compassion, being the chooser, and shadow work to stay hopeful.

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Anxiety Keeps Over 2 in 5 Young Americans From Dating, Survey Finds

Emma Wilson

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We polled 1,000-plus single Gen Zers and millennials: 43% avoid dating entirely because of anxiety, and 47% say it's why they're still single.

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Anxious Attachment: 3 Signs and How to Heal It

Kenji Takahashi

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Fall hard and fast, then feel let down? Here are three signs of anxious attachment, from badgering to creating drama, and how slowing down helps you heal.

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You Don’t Need to Fix Being Single

Isabella Thomas

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Being single isn't a stage to rush through. Unmarried Equality busts myths about singlehood and pushes for equal treatment whatever your marital status.

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Dateworks Matchmakers Put Self-Love at the Center of Dating

Isabella Thomas

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Founded by Joanne Ng in 2017, Malaysia's Dateworks matches singles on shared values and coaches them to love themselves before finding love.

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5 Expert Tips to Settle Your Dating Nerves

Evelyn Garcia

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Dating jitters are normal. Five pre-date habits calm them: practice, counter negative thoughts, focus on what you control, pick a comfy spot and be honest.

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Single at 30? 5 Reasons That’s Perfectly Fine

Evelyn Garcia

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Still single at 30 and tired of nosy relatives? Five upsides: you didn't settle, you skip drama, you can still have kids and you have time for inner work.

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Shy and Lesbian? 8 Dating Tips

Charlotte Harris

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Too shy to date women? Eight tips to ease the nerves: ask lots of questions, choose the date, wear what feels good, own your shyness and keep practicing.

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Emma Wilson

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Emma Wilson is the Editor-in-Chief at thecandiddate.com. When she was growing up, her family teased her for being 'boy crazy,' but she preferred to think of herself as a budding dating and relationship expert. Emma brings her tireless wit and relatable experiences to thecandiddate.com.

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