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How Americans Really Feel About Age Gap Relationships

Matchmaking Team — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 13:43:34 +0000

Age gap relationships have long been part of dating culture, but Americans do not view every age difference the same way.

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What is the Ideal Relationship Timeline?

Darci Johnson — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:52:51 +0000

It can be hard to know when it’s the “right” time to define the relationship, to move in, to take the next step. To answer the question, “what is the ideal relationship timeline?”, we surveyed 23 members of our Matchmaking Company team.

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Am I Ready to Date? Questions to Ask Yourself Before Dating Again

Matchmaking Team — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:53:46 +0000

Asking questions before you start dating again puts you into a mindset in which romance can deepen into trust.

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A Brief History of Matchmaking Around the World

Matchmaking Team — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:52:28 +0000

Across centuries, cultures that never met one another reached remarkably similar conclusions. Finding someone with whom to build a life deserved care, wisdom, and thoughtful guidance.

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How to Find Your Core Values

Darci Johnson — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:08:44 +0000

While there is often a great deal of overlap between individuals, each person’s set of values is unique to them and their experience. For example, being honest, treating people with kindness, or doing your best at everything you do are some core values you might hold yourself. Discussing your core values with any potential partners can help you determine your compatibility.

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The Compatibility Test That Matters Most: Your Key Life Values

Darci Johnson — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:56:18 +0000

Our unique, perceptive Key Life Values test is the culmination of decades of matchmaking experience combined with the findings of scientific research on what matters in long-term relationships.

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Love-Bombing: A Guide to Recognizing Manipulative Behavior

Darci Johnson — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:04:43 +0000

Love-bombing can be a confusing and emotionally draining experience. By understanding the signs and being mindful of your own boundaries, you can protect yourself from manipulative behavior.

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What Does Cheating Look Like? 6 Types of Infidelity

Darci Johnson — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:21:51 +0000

Each person has their own definition of infidelity based on their experiences. While certain behaviors might be seen as unfaithful by some, they may not be by others. The important thing is for both partners to feel secure with the established boundaries and stay within them. Understanding these different kinds of infidelity can help you to recognize them in your past and future relationships.

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Situationships: Everything You Need to Know

Darci Johnson — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:14:41 +0000

Ever been involved with someone in a way that isn’t quite a relationship, but it’s definitely more than casual dating? That’s a situationship. Unlike traditional relationships, situationships are defined by their ambiguity. This kind of connection is a romantic or sexual relationship that lacks clear boundaries or commitment. While most long-term couples have a talk to define the relationship at some point, a situationship thrives on a lack of definition.

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What Women Want from Men: Dating Industry Experts Tell All

Darci Johnson — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:07:00 +0000

It’s a question men have asked since the beginning of time: When it comes to dating and relationships, what do women actually want? The world of Tinder, hookup culture, and ghosting is confusing enough as it is; luckily, our team of seasoned dating experts and professional matchmakers is here to help. Our Team of [...]

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