Dating Wisdom

The Bad Matchmaker

I resolved to make one match a week, for one year. After all, even a broken clock is right twice a day. How wrong I was.

The Runaway Date

by Rachel Silver

He was ready to take the plunge, but I was afraid of the water.

He's the One

by Cassandra Freeman

Like magic, there was that instant comfort that you hear married couples talk about. I went home. I got sick to my stomach. And I decided he was the one.

It's Never Too Late

by Diane Faber Veitzer

After 15 years of dating for marriage, I hit the jackpot in a most unexpected way.

The Break Up

by Lauren Freedman

He was trying his hardest, but still couldn't commit. How do you know when to call it quits?

Referrals for Dating

by Bob Burg

How to adapt a successful business strategy for the purpose of finding your soul mate.

13 Steps to Harmonious Relationships

by Dr. Joshua Ritchie

The essential qualities to look for in a soul mate, and to nurture in oneself.

Single Minded

by Andrea Simantov

Why aren't we all matchmakers?

The Quickie Divorce

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

Some people avoid marriage due to the likelihood of divorce. Here's how to reverse the trend.

Dating Survival Guide

by Rob Ernst

A brief guide on finding the right relationship, keeping a proper perspective and remaining optimistic throughout a sometimes grueling process.

Seeing God in Your Rearview Mirror

by Batsheva Hirschman Frankel

Like many singles, I poured my heart out to God, tried to have faith, and waited… and waited. Surely, God would reward me for all my dedication and hard work, right?

The Dating Guy: The Wedding Day (3 of 3)

by Richard Rabkin

A play-by-play description of the happiest day of my life.

The Dating Guy: Popping the Question (2 of 3)

by Richard Rabkin

After searching for my soul mate for so long, there was only one thing that I could do when I found her: propose. Not as easy as it sounds.

The Dating Guy: My Last Blind Date (1 of 3)

by Richard Rabkin

It's hard keeping your spirits up while going through the seemingly never-ending journey of dating. But don't panic - your soul mate is out there.

A House of Matches

by Ruchama Feuerman

In Jerusalem you can feel the very trees conspiring to marry off its inhabitants.

Making a Match

by Tzivia Reiter

How we can help reverse the loneliness of those single looking to be married.

SpeedDating® Tip #1: Don't Confuse Dating with a Relationship

by Yaacov Deyo and Sue Deyo

The secret to avoiding years of go-nowhere entanglements.

SpeedDating® Tip #2: Evaluate Your Date Part 1

by Yaacov Deyo and Sue Deyo

Tools to accurately judge your date's character.

SpeedDating® Tip #3: Inappropriate Date Topics

by Sue Deyo and Yaacov Deyo

Not all topics are appropriate to discuss in the first few dates.

SpeedDating® Tip #4: Dressing for Dates - a Guiding Principle

by Sue Deyo and Yaacov Deyo

Dressing attractively -- not to attract -- is an essential ingredient to finding your lifelong spouse.

I'll Love You... Soon

by Gedalia Litke

The love between husband and wife is not automatic. Building a great marriage requires effort.

Seven Ways to Find Your Jewish Soul Mate

by Doron Kornbluth

Some time-tested tips to making it happen -- soon.

In the Suburbs of Hope

by Laura Singer

Not everyone is really hoping to find Mr. Right.

The Genetics of Dating

by Anonymous

After five years of dating, I had met the man who was everything I was waiting for. And then the phone rang...

Change Your Dating Reality

by David LeVine

If you genuinely believe you'll get married, spiritual forces can change to bring it about.

Hopeful and Hopeless Relationships

by Rabbi Yitzchok Kirzner

How do we know when to hang on and when to let go?

Does Love Conquer All?

by Rabbi David Clyman

What is the missing ingredient in so many marriages that end in divorce?

Dating Sabotage

by Yaacov Deyo and Sue Deyo

Three common dating mistakes that can be fatal to a life-long relationship.

Good Enough?

by Rabbi David Clyman

The dream to have the best is insatiable.

The Gift of Singlehood

by Leah Kaplan

In preparation for meeting your soul mate, now is the time to develop the burning desire to give.

Ten Ways to Marry the Wrong Person

by Rabbi Dov Heller, LMFT

Blind love is not the way to choose a spouse. Here are practical tools for keeping your eyes wide open.

Commitment: A Four Letter Word

by Lauren Freedman

Fear of commitment is epidemic. But you need to face that fear and conquer it.

Surviving a Long-Distance Relationship

by Liba Pearson

Keeping a relationship alive across the miles is no easy task. These tips make the job more manageable.

Hooray for Fighting!

by Liba Pearson

Brawling comes with the territory of any real relationship. But prize fighters make arguing a way of coming closer together.

In Dating Limbo

by Lauren Freedman

She wanted to make it official. He was hemming and hawing. And a promising relationship became overcooked.

Just The Way You Are

by Liba Pearson

Love is not a do-it-yourself project. So when looking for a spouse, pick one you can live with -- off-the-rack.

Reluctant Bride

by Rebecca Appelson

On the verge of becoming a bride, one woman reflects on a harrowing emotional ride that began at age 12 when her parents divorced.

Finding The One

by Liba Pearson

How do I know if this is the person I want to be with for the rest of my life?

Maximizing Dot-Com Dating

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

It's not just simply going online and meeting your soul mate. Here are a few important guidelines.

Dating Strategies for the Marriage-Minded

by Rabbi Dov Heller, LMFT

A relationships coach lays out his 5 golden rules for evaluating the prospects of long-term marital success.

Cliff's Ten Golden Rules

by Cliff Alsberg

A Hollywood screenwriter lays out his checklist of "non-negotiables" for the serious dater.

How To Survive Getting Dumped

by Liba Pearson

When it comes to getting over a relationship's demise, a little patience and play-acting go a long way.

7 Ways To Win The Newlywed Game

by Rabbi Shraga Simmons

The Newlywed Game is harder than you may have thought. Use these seven tips to make your first year of marriage a winner.

Respecting Differences

by Rabbi David Clyman

Do you think the opposite gender is a little crazy? Think again. You may be crazy, too.

Self Love

by Rabbi David Clyman

Self-knowledge and self-love are prerequisites for any healthy, loving relationship.

"Got the Right One?"

by Rabbi David Clyman

You've finally found the perfect specimen? Think again. This may be a warning sign of unrealistic expectations!

Jekyll and Hyde of Relationships

by Rabbi David Clyman

When a relationship hits rocky road, whose fault is it? Maybe instead of pointing a finger, you should look in the mirror!

Is Married Life the Easy Life?

by Rabbi David Clyman

It's one of the great dating myths: Single life is hard, and married life is easy. Our resident experts claim that is true on only the most superficial level.