dating
Inside the Psychological Warfare of Manipulating Your Crush on IG
“It's such a painful experience that is entirely self-inflicted.”
By Aiyana Ishmael
Holding Hands: The Benefits and Why We Do It, According to Science
From lowered heart rates to a feeling of security, handholding is more than just something fun to do.
By Erika Owen
Lil Nas X Reveals Why He Quit Raya and Stopped Dating Famous People
He says he’s dated “quite a few famous guys” on the app.
By Kaitlyn McNab
What Does Being Asexual Mean: Definitions, the Spectrum, and Signs
There’s more to it than simply not having sex.
By Erika Owen
Jenna Ortega Says Her Love Life “Stresses Her Out”
The “Wednesday" star reveals why she isn't dating right now.
By Sara Delgado
How Do You Know You Love Someone? 7 Signs That You’re Falling in Love
Are you in love? Find out if you’re experiencing any of the tell-tale signs.
By Erika Owen
How to Flirt: First Date Tips, How to Flirt on Tinder, and Everything in Between
Confidence (and witty banter) is key.
By Erika Owen
Pete Davidson & EmRata Just Hard Launched Their Relationship
At a Knicks game, the most public date ever.
By Carrie Wittmer
How I Learned What It Really Means to Be Polyamorous
I first thought of nonmonogamy as a teen, but it was a long road to really understanding it.
By Sara Youngblood Gregory
Camila Cabello Deleted Dating Apps, Fears People Could Be “Using” Her
“You don’t know their intentions.”
By Kaitlyn McNab
Queer Dating Guide By Zodiac Sign: What Your Sign Wants in Love
Happy National Coming Out Day!
By Lisa Stardust
Lori Harvey Is Only Dating On Her Terms
Lori's dating advice? “Don't give your power away to anybody.”
By Kaitlyn McNab
Anxiety Doesn't Have to Take Over Your Dating Life
Allison Raskin weighs in on dating and mental health.
By Nona Willis Aronowitz
How Racism Influences Who Gets to Date
“It is important to remember that [beauty] standards aren’t the truth about beauty.”
By Nona Willis Aronowitz
How Each Zodiac Sign Gets Over Heartbreak
Some signs like Libra rebound quickly, while others like Gemini blow up your phone with texts to discuss the demise of the relationship.
By Lisa Stardust
Predict Your 2022 Love Life Based on Your Zodiac Sign With These Shows
Let the stars (and some great TV) decide your fate.
By Lisa Stardust
Rom Coms Based On Zodiac Sign that Predict Your 2022
Aquarius, that friend may become a lover.
By Lisa Stardust
How to Tell If You're Emotionally Ready for Sex
Physical safety is super important, but so is emotional safety.
By Nona Willis Aronowitz