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Intentional Dating in Your 40s: What Gets Results
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Singles in their 40s know what they want. Date with intention: choose the right site, screen for compatibility, swipe mindfully and look for consistency.
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The following articles focus on bolstering self-esteem and self-care in dating. Dating is all about putting yourself out there, which can be scary, but you don't have to put on a suit of armor to feel secure while making new connections.
We are here to help you feel confident in yourself through the ups and downs of dating.
Our experts say confidence is one of the most attractive traits a person can have, especially in dating. Since sharing is caring and gatekeeping isn’t our motto, our experts have written tons of articles to show you exactly how to achieve it.
Our guides empower readers to build their self-worth, with insights from experienced matchmakers, dating coaches, and therapists. We offer advice to help readers overcome insecurity and tap into their true potential in and out of the dating world.
You’ll find articles that encourage personal growth, bold moves, self-care, and belief in one’s value, so you can date with the utmost confidence and speak to your truth. Tackle self-confidence issues head-on with these informational step-by-step resources. No shrinking, no second-guessing.
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Get in Dating Shape: 4 Growth Goals for Gay Singles
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Treat dating like a workout. Four growth goals help gay singles get in shape for love: know yourself, picture your ideal boyfriend, heal and build skills.
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Saying No: How Women Set the Pace in Modern Dating
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Why the word no can help women skip situationships and set the pace in dating, where the fear of saying it comes from, and why it's worth pushing past.
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David Essel on Standards, Codependency, and Finding Happiness
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Coach and codependency expert David Essel shares his 3% rule: every single has a few non-negotiables, and knowing yours helps you date with confidence.
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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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