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You have so much to do and so little time to do it -- dating with Yahoo! Personals makes sense. So how do you get started and how do you get the most from this dating service? We've asked dating experts and singles for their best tips and advice. Got questions about Internet dating? We've got experts to answer these, too.
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  • Picture Dating 101: Decode His Body Language

    Beyond admiring his physique, you can also gauge crucial dating information with a simple glance at him. Whether you've just met your man or are long-term loves, this dating guide deciphers the meanings behind his actions.

  • Picture How to Stop Serial Dating

    Wondering why you don't land that second call after the first date? If you're stuck in an endless cycle of serial first-dating, here are seven clear and practical dating tips for leveraging that first date into a second, third, and maybe even a fourth.

  • Picture Dating Guide for 2009: Eight Steps to Finding True Love

    You can make a dating resolution right now, right here as you read this guide for singles, to find new love that is better than any relationship you have had before. Here is an eight-step action plan that can make your resolution a reality in 2009.

  • Picture Dating 101: Five Reasons Why the Holiday Season Is the Best Time to Date

    Our dating expert shares his tips for meeting new singles and finding love during the holiday season. Try these dating techniques and you could find true love by New Year's Eve.

  • Picture Dating 101: Eight Steps to Entice a Shy Guy

    So you met a cute guy by dating online. In person, he seems to be friendly but has very few words to share, and he never puts any moves on you. What's a girl to do? Our dating expert reveals eight ways to get him to open up.

  • Picture Dating Etiquette: What She Really Wants

    A manners guide that can save you from appearing like a chauvinist, or impolite fool, in the presence of single women. Is giving up your seat a show of respect or an act of outdated chauvinism? A panel of actual women tell all!

  • Picture Dating 101: How to Be a Total Man-Magnet

    Learn how to be a man-magnet every time you go out. A dating expert who used to work as a wingwoman shares her five little tricks for single women. Once you perfect these moves, you will attract single men everywhere.

  • Picture Dating Etiquette: How to Navigate the First Date

    Follow these modern-chivalry tips to give her a gentlemen's impression she'll never forget, from the predate to the follow-up, and develop essential dating manners fit for her contemporary lifestyle.

  • Picture Dating 101: The Joys of Singlehood in the Holiday Season

    As the saying goes, 'tis the season to be jolly. But for some, being single during

  • Picture Dating 101: How to Reach Soul-Mate Status With Any Man

    Meet the four main personality types of single men: The Rock, The Doer, The Thrill Chaser, and The Sweetheart. Find the right man for you, then learn how to grab his attention and become soul mates.

  • Picture Dating 101: Common Turn-Offs Single Women Must Know

    Sometimes you dampen a man's desire without even realizing it. Watch out for dating behaviors that abate your allure faster than it takes a pair of Hollywood lovebirds to get engaged. Here are four turn-offs all single women should be aware of.

  • Picture Dating Advice: Four Guys You Think You Should Date... but Shouldn't!

    Saturday Night Live's hilarious Will Forte explores four types of guys who attract women like magnets, but when you get to know them they're big trouble. When you're dating, here's how to spot the single men to avoid.

  • Picture Five Biggest Excuses That Ruin Your Dating Life

    All five of these dating excuses have one thing in common: They are all manifested inside your mind so you can justify not having to try, and to make you feel better about your unsatisfying dating life.

  • Picture Fascinating Facts About Successful Single Men

    Dating a loaded guy has long been a fantasy for some single women. In fact, your own mother may have even quipped that it's just as easy to fall for a wealthy, single man as it is a poor one. Get the latest scoop on the psyche of successful single men in

  • Picture Dating 101: The Trick to Meeting Guys

    As a single woman, finding date-worthy single men can be a daunting task. Avoid these five common mistakes to drastically improve your dating life.

  • Picture Dating 101: How to Manage Your First-Date Jitters

    All singles get nervous on a first date, here's some ways to chill out. Dating expert Andrea Syrtash reviews five dating tips on how to take it easy.

  • Picture Dating 101: How to Handle Rejection

    The dating truth is that being able to deal with rejection is the key to being successful at going out and meeting singles. Follow five essential dating tips to stay confident after getting denied. By changing your attitude and focusing on increasing your

  • Picture Dating Smarts You Must Have

    There's so much potential for a dating disaster. That's why this first-date guide with 17 essential tips is key for all Cosmo girls.

  • Picture Dating Secret: What Makes Men Fall in Love

    Single men have certain innate needs that must be met before they truly feel connected to you. Guys have four primal relationship desires that are sometimes sated by the tiniest of dating moves by you. Here, experts explain with examples so you can put th

  • Picture Dating 101: Are Bad Dating Habits Keeping You Single?

    Learn five simple and effective tips and techniques geared toward helping you break free of limiting relationship beliefs and bad dating habits. Practiced over time, you can and will kick any bad dating habit and attract your perfect love match.

  • Picture How to Meet More Single Women

    Whenever I do a dating boot camp, guys are always amazed that I seem to know everybody. The first time Yakub did a boot camp with me, he kept marveling at this. He started calling me "The Mayor of New York City."

  • Picture 6 Rainy-Day Dates

    Has rainy weather thrown a wrench in your date plans? Just because it's wet outside, doesn't mean the movie theater is your only alternative. Whether you're braving the outdoors or staying cozy at home, here are seven ideas for planning a memorable rainy-

  • Picture Be Irresistible for Valentine's Day

    Are you truly ready for Valentine's Day? You're not unless you're prepared to unleash your inner seductress and do it with confidence. Because you, my dear, are the woman he can't live without. He may not quite understand that yet. Take a few tips from t

  • Picture 8 First Date Tips for Single Women

    As a love coach, I've heard the following question more times than I can remember: "What happened? I'm so confused. At first, he seemed to really like me. He made reservations, picked me up, and took me to a fabulous restaurant. But for some reason, over

  • Picture Good Man. Bad Shoes.

    This is a shout out to all the highly dateable men in the world who make the single worst mistake you can with a woman on a date: wearing bad shoes.

  • Picture Dating a Political Hotshot

    Politicians in Washington are like movie stars in Hollywood. They're everywhere, they're always shorter in person -- and yet, everyone is still totally impressed.

  • Picture Dropping Pounds Along With an Ex

    The truth is, I haven't been to the gym in over six months; my membership got cancelled in August, along with The (Ex) Boyfriend. And yet the number on the scale today is finally ¬-- FINALLY ¬-- the same as it was when I first moved to New York a little o

  • Picture Dating 101: How to Heal and Move On After Breaking Someone's Heart

    Given the choice, most people say they would much rather break up with someone than get broken up with. But if you've recently initiated a breakup, you know how tough it can be.

  • Picture 5 Don'ts Of Dumping: How to Improve Your Breakup Karma

    Is there a good way to dump someone? Probably not, but there are better ways. According to my very unscientific study with some friends in my living room last month, the worst way to deliver the news is via text message (extra points deducted if you have

  • Picture Holiday Gifts Gone Terribly Wrong

    One Christmas, almost a decade ago, my then-18-year-old boyfriend surprised me with a large, unwieldy package. Enthusiastically I tore off the crudely taped snowman wrapping paper and giant red bow to reveal...a mounted deer head. Yes. You read that corre

  • Picture Surviving the Breakup Season: How to Mend Your Broken Heart

    In late December, we are not only in the midst of the holiday season; we are in the middle of the "breakup season." According to research, more breakups occur at this time than at any other time of year.

  • Picture How to Take Your Breakup From Boo-Hoo to Woo-Hoo

    To successfully survive and thrive after a breakup, savvy breakup survivors know that they can't heal and move on without a little help from their friends. And that's where the Boo-Hoo Crew comes in. Part cheerleader, part therapist, your Boo-Hoo Crew sho

  • Picture 5 Dating Tactics for Picking Up at a Party

    I have a friend who claims to hibernate during the winter because all the couples she sees snuggling up and keeping each other warm make her want to crawl back into bed.

  • Picture Tips for the Heartbroken

    It's a familiar story -- the two of you meet, become inseparable and fall in love… but then the tables turn and one of you wants out. At that moment, things get complicated and questions begin to arise: How do I tell this person? What will happen after th

  • Picture Ending It Elegantly: The New Breakup Etiquette

    Ending it badly isn't just bad karma, it's an opportunity for your ex (and your family and friends) to badmouth you around town, at the office and all over cyberspace. Do it nicely and your ex may give you a good reference in the future. Do it poorly and

  • Picture Helping a Buddy Survive a Dating Debacle

    Few friends are as valued as those who have helped you survive heartbreak. If you are the shoulder your friend is crying on, keep these things in mind:

  • Picture Gift Guide for Daters

    We've all heard that it's the thought that counts when it comes to giving someone a gift. Unfortunately, that's not always true in dating. At the beginning of dating a new person, there's a fine line between romantic and creepy. It's true that when the in

  • Picture 10 Holiday Gifts That Could Ruin a Romance

    We asked Yahoo! Personals users what they should avoid giving to girlfriends or boyfriends. Here's what they told us.

  • Picture 5 Biggest Dating Mistakes That Single Men Make

    How many times have you gone on what you thought was an amazing date only to find that the person never calls back or doesn't seem interested when you try to book another date?

  • Picture Single & SSAD During the Holidays

    This being my first holiday season spent single in several years, a thought occurred to me as I listened to Christmas music sans significant other last weekend. The thought was: "This sucks."

  • Picture The 10 Best Things About Being Single

    Singles often feel left out in our couple-driven society. Whenever you're tempted to feel down because of your singularity, remember these reasons why flying solo can be the best way to go

  • Picture Being Single Getting You Down?

    You may be feeling down about being single right now, thinking that you must have a partner beside you to go out and have some fun. But remember, you used to have fun before you ever started dating, so you know you are a fun person.

  • Picture You asked.... "Should I let him 'sow his oats'?"

    "I have been seeing my boyfriend, Brian, for 10 months now. I am the first woman he has dated since his divorce, whereas I have been divorced for 10 years and have dated numerous men. We get along great and have a really good relationship. He is 45, I am

  • Picture A Dating Must: Test for Halitosis

    Bad breath has ruined many a romantic and sexy mood. Yet, in the world of sex etiquette, who is responsible to take charge of said breath? Is it the smeller who is making an odor value judgment or the person with the halitosis?

  • Picture 7 Cool Moonlight Dates

    Warm fall evenings are made for romance. These seven date ideas will make the nights seem cool while the romance gets hot.

  • Picture 14 Fatal Online Dating Errors That Single Women Make

    Recently I was coaching a woman on how to write her profile for Yahoo! Personals. Before we wrote the profile, I asked her to send me her four best pictures.

  • Picture You Asked..."Why don't I ever get asked out?"

    My entire adult life, I have gone out to all the places you're told to go to meet someone special. Nothing. I never even get asked out. It's like I'm invisible, and my life has wasted away because there's not a damn thing I can to do to 'make' someone

  • Picture You Asked..."Did I Fall in Love Too Quickly?"

    I am dating a man I think I have fallen in love with quickly. He also seems to like me, but he's a busy man with three kids. He says he'll call or come by but often doesn't follow through with his promises and doesn't ever explain why he hasn't called o

  • Picture 3 Keys to Meeting Single Women

    Most men think there's a magic word they can say to get a woman to talk to them. While there is no such "magic word," there are three keys to communicating with a woman that work every single time.

  • Picture You Asked..."Which of the two men should I choose?"

    I am dating two men. After being married for 25 years, I want to date for a while and see what's out there. I like them both very much. One I have unbelievable chemistry with. He is both good-looking and rich and totally turns me on. He likes me a lot, to

  • Picture Perfect Your Dating Approach With a "Prop"

    Sure, you could say "hello" ... but then what? Time and time again you come up with nothing and wind up alone, watching her leave.

  • Picture You Asked... "Why Won't He Respond?"

    "I've been interested in a guy for a few years, and our relationship is mainly through emails. We have met in person a number of times, talked on the phone a lot, and chatted online. I know he is interested too, but he is terribly shy (but I like it). Whe

  • Picture The Perfect Summer Date: A Night at the Fair

    All across America at this time of year, states are celebrating the bounty of their agricultural harvests and more at their annual state fairs.

  • Picture 10 Turnoffs that Make Great Gals Wave Goodbye

    Most guys know from the get-go whether or not they see potential in a woman. There's that inner voice that tells you this is someone worth pursuing.

  • Picture 7 Dating Ups and Downs

    Dating is a process a lot of us really can live without. It's an emotional rollercoaster that can drive you to drink four year-old bottles of Mike's Hard Lemonade from the back of your refrigerator.

  • Picture Keep Those Standards High (i.e. Shave on Weekends)

    I've been going with a guy for a couple years, and I think he may be the one. We've even been talking about marriage. But certain things have started to get on my nerves, and I'm worried that it will just get worse after we're married. Nothing major, just

  • Picture 10 Fatal Online Dating Errors That Men Make

    Some men have absolutely NO sense of etiquette when they're trying to contact women online. During all my years of coaching, women have told me some amazing things men have written to them in emails.

  • Picture Dating Advice: 10 Sure-Fire Ways to Get a Second Date

    So you went out with somebody and thought they were absolutely amazing. She was the hottest, sexiest woman of the moment. So, how do you capitalize on the success of a great first date?

  • Picture 5 Steps to Disaster-Proof Your Dating

    If you want a dating life that's free from disaster, you need to invest in a little insurance. As hurricane victims know, it does no good to buy insurance after the storm has wreaked its damage.

  • Picture Gift Ideas? Well, We Know What He Won't Like

    My boyfriend and I have been together for about a year, and I would love to get him something awesome for his birthday. What do you suggest? (Aside from pantygrams and blowup dolls and NASCAR tickets.) Thanks!

  • Picture 13 Keys to a Perfect First Date

    Throughout the years, men have always asked me, "How do I make that first date as perfect as she expects it to be?" I've come up with a checklist of some of my favorite first-date tactics that will leave her glowing at the end of the night. In fact, these

  • Picture Do You Have Dating Dawdlitis?

    You'll do anything other than look for a partner online -- watch TV reruns, clean the bathroom, even call your mother. You freeze up and question yourself repeatedly when it's time to meet someone for coffee, make the next call, or move on to the first ki

  • Picture Dating Advice: Top 10 Ways to Get Lucky at Love

    Know what you want. Your looks change and fade, character does not. While a certain amount of "chemistry" is nice, don't rely solely on lust. What qualities are you looking for in a mate? My book "Find a Sweetheart Soon! Your Love Trip Planner for Women

  • Picture And His Ex Makes Three

    I've been with someone for two years and have a feeling he's not over his ex. We have both been divorced for eight years. How do I get that out of my mind or take it for what it is? -- Shea H., 29, Guntersville, Alabama

  • Picture Bye-Bye Irritating Guy?

    I have been seeing one guy for about eight months now. My sons (15 and 20) find his personality irritating. They don't like his humor or his strong opinions. Should I end the relationship? -- Marge G., 48, Schenectady, New York

  • Picture Go Slow With Old Beau?

    I found someone from my past who I hadn't seen in 15 years but have thought about often and hoped that one day we would meet again. We have both recently divorced (in the past year). Since we already have a past, the normal dating scenario doesn't really

  • Picture Dating for Single Parents

    I feel that I have been very honest in my profile about just wanting friends and/or an occasional date. However, almost every man who emails me seems to be looking for a serious, monogamous relationship. I want to get out, meet new people and date more th

  • Picture How Soon Is Too Soon To Date?

    I've run into many people who feel that there is an unwritten rule about how soon you should date after a separation or divorce. How soon is too soon? -- Robert L., 40, Poulsbo, Washington

  • Picture 9 Steps to Becoming a "Dating Mogul"

    Have you ever read an article in which a wealthy entrepreneur from Slurfenburg says, "Gee, I just sort of kicked my car one day and the next thing I know I'm running this fantastic business?" Success does not simply happen on its own or by luck. It happen

  • Picture 6 Perfect Gifts for Every Relationship Stage

    There's a big difference between the right gift for a casual couple versus a monogamous couple. Learn the different relationship stages and the right gift for each stage. Here are some tips for success

  • Picture Top 3 Ways Singles Meet at the Beach

    Sun, sand, women in swimsuits, and you're still sitting on your towel downing beer after beer? Stop drinking and start meeting -- pronto!

  • Picture Great Online Dating Questions

    Want to start and email conversation with someone who flirted back when you sent them an Icebreaker?

  • Picture 3 Online Dating Secrets

    Of all the things that clients (especially men) ask me to help them with, the most common query involves assistance with writing introductory emails. And while I never write emails for others, the request makes perfect sense. After all, most people's prof

  • Picture Dating 101: Convert Your Online Encounters to Offline Dates

    You've seen someone in your search results or Matches by Mail and you think you might want to meet them. How should you proceed? Anyone who has tried online dating knows about the progression from emails to phone calls to real-life dates. But what exactly

  • Picture Online Personals Hooked You Up, Now Meet in Person

    You've exchanged emails, maybe had a couple of sessions with Instant Messenger and then, after your hands were aching from all the typing, you exchanged phone numbers. Maybe you talked for hours. Now you're wondering about getting together. Just like a pi

  • Picture To Get a Date, Should She Make the First Move?

    I am a 62-year-old female looking to meet men between the ages 55-65. I look 10 years younger and don't lie about my age, but most of the men in this age range are looking for women younger than 62. I used my latest photo taken two weeks ago. I know I can

  • Picture Are There Actually Women Looking for Older Men?

    Are there actually women looking for older men, or is there an unwritten rule that says older than 55 need not apply?? I don't know if it's my profile or not (I cannot afford profile help), but I do not get too many responses. The ones who do reply say, "

  • Picture What's With The Off-Color Joke He Sent Me?

    I have met a darling man on the Internet. We have corresponded for 11 days. Numerous romantic cards have been sent, he has mailed me pictures of his family, and we seem to have a good match going. However, after not hearing from him for two days, I was qu

  • Picture Dating Advice on CyberSleuthing

    You've met someone online. What do you really know about them? Or, what if you've met them offline? Increasingly people are cybersleuthing for answers, using the power of the Internet to give them insights into the people they've met. Here are three of th

  • Picture Making Time for Dating: A To-Do List for Single Parents

    To be successful in the dating world, you must approach it like you would any other goal. That means more than writing it down in your journal. Goals don't get accomplished without a list of things you can actually DO that will help you to reach the goal.

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