This article was co-authored by Luis Congdon
. Luis is a Relationship Coach, specializing in helping couples who want a long and happy relationship together. Luis has worked in one of the United States' largest research studies on marital longevity using the framework of Drs. John & Julie Gottman. As a researcher on marital happiness and a relationship coach, Luis has worked with over 1,000 couples, written for the Gottman Institute, spoken at colleges and universities across the United States, been featured in Forbes magazine, and has led over 150 relationship-building classes.
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Are you looking to improve your romantic life? Whether you’re just learning to ask someone out
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This guide will give you our best advice and articles for whatever stage of dating you’re in. Scroll down to find the stage that you’re currently at, and dive in!
Steps
Stage 1: Get Yourself Ready to Date
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1If you've never dated before, or if you're just getting back into the dating game, this section will help you get ready. Here you'll find our best advice for working on yourself, deciding on what you're looking for in a partner, and putting your best foot forward.
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3Decide What You're Looking For
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4Put Your Best Foot Forward
Stage 2: Put Yourself Out There
Stage 3: Navigate a First Date
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1First dates can seem intimidating, but they don’t have to be. Remember that you don’t have to be anything other than yourself. However, you do want to present yourself well, and you also want to be clear about what you’re looking for. We’ll help you do that while remaining confident and relaxed.
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Stage 4: Dating and Building Intimacy
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1The early days of dating someone are exciting, but they can also feel scary. What does it mean to date someone casually or even to date multiple people? How do you get intimate? This section will help you navigate the casual dating world and figure out what works best for you.
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Stage 5: Get Serious & Enjoy Your New Romance
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1So you’ve been dating each other for a bit, and things have heated up. Are you ready to become exclusive? We’ve got a selection of articles that will help you define your relationship and take it to the next level. Plus, we’ve collected our best advice for romantic date nights, spicing up your sex life, and building trust.
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3Enjoying Incredible Date Nights Together
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4Finding Romance with Your Partner
Stage 6: Build a Life Together
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1Are you thinking you’ve found the one? Make sure you know how to keep your relationship healthy and thriving. Whether you’re trying to figure out when to say “I Love You” or working on your communication, these articles will help you stay on the right track.
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