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7 Signs You're Ready for Professional Matchmaking
Dating can be exhausting, especially when it feels like you’re endlessly swiping with no real connections. If you’re serious about...
Mar 42 min read
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Balancing Love and the Big Game: Navigating Relationships Without Letting Sports Interfere
Dear Reader : With The Big Game right around the corner and football continuing to see Sparks Fly this season, many relationships are...
Mar 43 min read
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Stop Chasing The One and Start Enjoying the Ride Redefining Success in Dating
We’ve heard it time and time again. Singles scroll through dating apps, swipe left and right, and dream of finding "the one." But what if...
Jan 232 min read
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Why Professional Matchmaking Services Make a Perfect Holiday Gift
The holiday season is a time for connection, love, and celebration. As we search for the perfect gifts for our loved ones, we often seek...
Jan 233 min read
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Being Single & Navigating the Holidays: Finding Joy and Connection
The holidays can be a magical time filled with celebration, reflection, and the warmth of loved ones. But if you’re single, the season...
Jan 234 min read
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From Apps to Authenticity: Exploring Dating Trends in 2025
The dating landscape is evolving rapidly in 2025, with a mix of technology and tradition shaping how people form romantic connections....
Jan 232 min read
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Cuffing Season Is Here: What Is It & How To Make The Most Of It
As the air turns crisp and the days get shorter, a new season emerges — not just fall but something known as "Cuffing Season." Whether...
Jan 234 min read
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10 First Date Ice Breakers: How to Kick Off the Conversation with Confidence
First dates can be exciting but nerve-wracking. You want to make a great impression while also keeping the conversation natural and...
Oct 17, 20244 min read
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Spooky Season, Sweet Connections – Why Halloween is a Great Time to Date
October isn’t just about fall leaves and pumpkin spice—it’s also the month when Halloween takes center stage! With its playful,...
Oct 17, 20243 min read
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The Relationship Readiness Reveal
Did you know September 15th - 21st is National Singles Week? Ah, being single…having the world as your oyster! A world of opportunity to...
Sep 17, 20242 min read
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A Matchmaker’s Guide to First Date Do's and Don'ts
Picture this: your matchmaker carefully curates a first date selection for you. The scene is set, the restaurant reservation handled, and...
Sep 17, 20242 min read
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Finding love in the Spirit of Competition
The Olympics, a global spectacle of athletic prowess, unity, and human spirit, bring the world together every few years. While we marvel...
Sep 17, 20243 min read
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Making Summer Dates Last: Turning Seasonal Romance into Lasting Love
Summer is a season synonymous with warmth, adventure, and romance. The long days and balmy nights create the perfect backdrop for new...
Sep 17, 20243 min read
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The Downside of Dating Apps in 2024
Dating apps have become both a blessing and a curse in the modern world of dating. While they offer unprecedented access to potential...
Sep 17, 20243 min read
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Defining New Romance: Dating vs. Relationship
In the world of modern romance, the journey from dating to a full-fledged relationship is a nuanced and dynamic process. With changing...
Sep 17, 20242 min read
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Love Without Politics: A Guide to Relationship Harmony
In today’s world, discussions about politics are more prevalent than ever, often infiltrating multiple aspects of our lives, even our...
Sep 17, 20242 min read
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Navigating Modern Love: 2024 Dating Trends
As we step into the ever-evolving landscape of love, the world of dating is no exception to change. In 2024, the dating scene continues...
Jan 23, 20242 min read
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10 Scary Movies to Watch on a First Date
It’s officially spooky season, and what better way to spend a cozy Fall evening than cuddled up close to your significant other while...
Oct 24, 20232 min read
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11 Ways To Keep The Summer Spark Alive Into Fall
Summer Loving: it happens so fast. And keeping the momentum going after meeting someone special during the summer months can be both...
Oct 10, 20232 min read
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9 Challenges Busy Professionals Face When It Comes To Dating
Let’s face it: there’s no shortage of challenges that singles face when it comes to the dating scene. But for career-minded...
Sep 12, 20232 min read
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New School Year Means New Dating Adventures
This school year, embrace a new journey of learning and growth alongside your children! While you send them off onto the buses and into...
Aug 22, 20232 min read
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10 Unique Summer Date Ideas That’ll Leave A Great Impression
Sun-kissed days of summer are here, and the air is filled with the promise of new beginnings - and special connections! If you’re looking...
Aug 11, 20234 min read
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9 Benefits to Dating Through a Professional Matchmaker Versus Through an App in 2023
In today’s digital dating scene, singles face challenges when it comes to finding long-lasting relationships. Let’s face it, online...
Jul 25, 20234 min read
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How to Recover from Online Dating Burnout and Enjoying Dating Again
Are you feeling exhausted by the online dating world? We get it. The constant swiping, lackluster connections, and endless messaging can...
Jun 13, 20233 min read
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Tips On Dating A Single Parent
The landscape of dating as an adult looks very different than it did when you were in high school, college and even graduate school....
May 16, 20234 min read
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6 Unique Lunch Date Ideas That’ll Impress Your Partner
Lunch dates are a great way to get to know someone over a meal without the pressure of a formal dinner date. It’s a chance to have a...
Apr 24, 20234 min read
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Spring Fever
It’s officially Spring! We must confess, our Matchmakers have a little thing for the Spring season. The warm breeze brushing against...
Apr 20, 20232 min read
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10 Ideas For A Second Date To Keep The Sparks
Well done, you’ve successfully made it past the first date and your date wants to meet up again! Now, it's time to take your dating game...
Mar 20, 20235 min read
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Age is a Range, Not a Number
Whether singles are thinking consciously about it, we all fall into the trap of making assumptions around age. Many have their minds set...
Mar 13, 20233 min read
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9 Fun Winter Date Ideas To Keep The Spark Alive This Season
The winter is upon us, bringing the crisp chill of the night and an opportunity to make unforgettable memories with your date! So if...
Jan 25, 20234 min read
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New Year, New You
The start of the New Year is an exciting and motivating time for people looking to do better than the year prior. Before you cringe at...
Jan 16, 20233 min read
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Winter Dating Trends - 2022
The magic of the holidays can bring up all sorts of different emotions for singles, which may creep into your dating life too. While...
Dec 19, 20223 min read
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12 Tips of Dating During the Holidays
It’s the most wonderful time of the year… for dating! The snappy outfits you get to wear, the holiday parties, and endless festive...
Dec 8, 20223 min read
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Bringing Your Date to Thanksgiving
Dating during the holidays can be stressful! Do you introduce the person you’re seeing to your family and friends at Thanksgiving? How do...
Nov 14, 20223 min read
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8 Ways to Make a Move on Someone You Like
You’ve hit it off on a first date with someone new and the sparks are flying. But when it’s time to make a move, uncertainty comes...
Nov 8, 20225 min read
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Do's & Don'ts of Emojis While Dating
Yes, texting is a quick and easy way to chat in the world of dating. Texting creates a space for singles to question how to best message,...
Oct 17, 20224 min read
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6 Fall Date Night Outfits To Keep You Warm (2022)
At this time of year, we’re all craving everything that’s warm and cozy — including our outfits. That’s right, Fall date nights are...
Oct 10, 20224 min read
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How To Spot Chemistry On A First Date
As Matchmakers, we know how eager singles are to find that elusive chemistry on a first date. That said, spotting that chemistry can be...
Sep 19, 20222 min read
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Get Park Date Ready
Fall is quickly approaching, the season of love and adventure - and, planning park dates! Whether you’re going on your first date or...
Sep 13, 20223 min read
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4 Conversation Starters for Your Next Date
Meeting someone new is exciting. The anticipation you feel before you even speak a word is almost indescribable. Allowing yourself to...
Aug 22, 20222 min read
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Survey says… Top 3 Tips To Make a Great First Date Impression
What Do We Notice First? When we initially meet someone, what do we notice first—smile, eyes, attire, physique, or hair? Perhaps not...
Aug 10, 20222 min read
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Keys to Dating with Confidence
On your journey to find the one, approaching dating from a confident and secure place is an easy way to achieve your IJL Success...
Jul 19, 20224 min read
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7 Great First Date Ideas
Planning a great first date with a potential match can be stressful, especially if you’re short on time. As your trusted matchmaking...
Jul 13, 20223 min read
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Fun Date Ideas for Summer 2022
Summer is here and in full swing. With longer days and warmer temperatures, this is the best time to get to know someone special. After...
Jun 8, 20224 min read
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How The Dating Rules Have Changed Since The 90s
Gone are the days when it was perfectly ok to walk up to a stranger, strike up a conversation and eventually ask them out for coffee....
Jun 8, 20224 min read
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THE TALK 'EXCLUSIVITY'
Going on dates is fun; figuring out the long-term potential is where uncertainty starts creeping in. Becoming exclusive, for many...
May 20, 20224 min read
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SUMMER DATING IN 3, 2, 1
After a long winter and cold and rainy spring, the weather is finally beginning to heat up and singles are ready to enjoy the outdoors...
May 17, 20222 min read
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One Easy Shift to Healthy Dating
As the world turns, it is always good to assess where you are, how you got there and the road ahead of you. The dating scene has changed...
Apr 19, 20224 min read
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What type of dater are you?
Wouldn’t it be nice if you always got feedback after a first date? Something like a performance review to help you know how to move...
Apr 11, 20224 min read
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WHAT DOES MEDITATION HAVE TO DO WITH DATING?
The idea of dating creates butterflies. It sounds so beautiful, if only it showed up that beautifully. But, what is that energy? ...
Mar 22, 20223 min read
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