In this week’s dating advice video, relationship expert and E!’s Famously Single dating coach, Laurel House talks about summer romance!

Dating Advice from E!’s Famously Single Laurel House on Summer Love

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By Whitney Baker Johnson

When you’re looking for love, it’s tempting to want to find the “perfect” man, someone who embodies all of the qualities that are on your checklist. In truth, doing so could be detrimental to your love life. You may end a relationship with that nearly perfect guy because you’re so focused on the one thing he’s missing. By the time you realize it, chances are he’s already moved on to someone who loves him and thinks he’s enough. Here are five reasons why your perfect man criteria is keeping you single:

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Question from Colin B.: I’m very territorial about my property and am very particular about the fact that no one looks at texts and e-mails on my phone, including my girlfriend. She and I just got into a fight over this issue, and she’s calling me paranoid. Am I taking my privacy too far?

Answers from Our Love Experts:

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In this week’s dating advice video, dating expert and E!’s Famously Single dating coach, Laurel House says to get real and get raw.

Dating Advice from E!’s Famously Single Laurel House on First Impressions

We all know that making a great first impression is essential for carrying on a successful relationship. ABC’s The Bachelorette is proof of this idea as we saw on last week’s season premiere. Men were either given roses or sent home based on their actions during the first evening. So how do you make a memorable impression when you meet someone? Be vulnerable. Be honest. And most importantly, be yourself.

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By Jared Sais

It all started during the Oscars when Ben Affleck stated his marriage to Jennifer Garner was “work.” He recently hosted Saturday Night Live (SNL) and addressed his choice of words in his monologue. So after analyzing both speeches, there’s something you all must know. There is no better place to start than by looking at the couple’s non-verbal cues at the Oscars.

Jen appeared to be genuinely touched and demonstrated loving support for her husband. Before he even spoke, the actress was already showing signs of joyful tears, the same emotion you would see at a wedding. These feelings get even stronger when Ben starts to speak about her.

…Read on to find out if Ben and Jen are truly in love!

By Nancy Lang for Hope After Divorce

The Universe can have a very ironic sense of humor. I recently had an altercation via e-mail with my ex-husband (about money, of course), and all of my old buttons were not only pushed, but they got stuck in “I’m hurt, I’m not respected, I’m not appreciated, I’m pissed, and I hate you!” mode. For two days, I stewed and chewed on the not-so-pretty file in my memory drive, as I was reminded of the many reasons why we got divorced. Several days later, funny enough, I find myself with the opportunity to write about maintaining a friendship with one’s ex-husband.

…Should you remain friends with your ex? Read on to find out.

By Whitney Baker Johnson

The ultimate celebrity bachelor and twice-named Sexiest Man Alive George Clooney has been dating model and Dancing with the Stars contestant Stacy Keibler for almost two years now. Is he thinking about settling down again? With that silver fox off the market, we thought it was time to come up with a list of those hot guys who are still bachelors. So ladies, pay attention — you still have a chance with one of these famous faces!

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By Angela Zatopek

This week on Ready For Love, Ben came to Houston to finally meet my family! I was missing them like crazy and knew that, by meeting them, he would get a better look at who I was as a person.

Rather than a quiet date, I thought I’d show him another side of me and brought him to a skeet shooting range. I am so sad to see that our date didn’t make the edit – it was so fun! You can tell that we were there because when they interviewed me for this episode, I have clear glasses on my head that we had to wear for protective reasons. Just wanted to clear up that I’m not usually sporting those lovely glasses!

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By Jared Sais

You may remember my recaps from season 17 of The Bachelor with Sean Lowe. Well, I’m back to analyze Desiree Hartsock and her suitors on season 9 of The Bachelorette. To get ready for last night’s premiere, I brushed up on my notes from last season and examined Desiree’s past non-verbal cues (her baseline) to help me determine what man will be the last one standing. Join me for another amazing, shocking and addictive season of The Bachelorette!

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In this exclusive video interview, chef Mario Batali shares his tips for cooking at home on date night and prepares a chicken pasta salad, a recipe that he put a spin on in honor of Hellmann’s 100th birthday. Plus, he chats about which of his restaurants is the best spot for a romantic night out, the importance of bringing your family together for dinner and his sons’ new cookbook, The Batali Brothers Cookbook – which they originally put together as a Father’s Day gift!

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By Lori Zaslow and Jennifer Zucher, founders of Project Soulmate

It’s no surprise that famous faces from Hollywood are pressured by their intense jobs and hectic schedules. The spotlight is always on them, but they don’t want the same burden in their personal life. So how can they keep their romantic relationships out of the prying public eye?

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On Saturday, May 4, 2013, our founder and executive editor Lori Bizzoco spoke to graduate students at William Paterson University in Wayne, New Jersey. She discussed the challenges and benefits of being an entrepreneur as well as what’s it like to run a digital media company.

By Whitney Baker Johnson

Soul singer Candice Glover has been a frontrunner since the start of season 12 of American Idol, so it wasn’t surprising when she took home the crown on last night’s finale. Glover, though, was sure to take things slow. “My goal was to make it to the top 20. If I got that far, I knew I’d have a fan base that would keep voting for me,” she shares. “Then, I made it to the top ten, the top five, and finally the top two. That’s when I knew I could win this whole thing.”

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By Angela Zatopek

This week on Ready for Love, we went to one of my absolute favorite places, Hawaii. My two best friends from childhood went to University of Hawaii at Manoa, so I have been to Oahu a few times, but this was my first time in Kona.

A really funny thing that viewers didn’t see is that we literally had to go straight from the plane to our date. The flight attendants kept asking what we were doing and what show we were on. We were cracking up because, obviously, we couldn’t tell them anything. It was quite apparent that something was up when we’re trying to do our hair and makeup in our seats and the small restrooms. Have you ever tried to get ready for a date in an airplane bathroom? It was a bit stressful for all of us, especially knowing that it’s going to be televised for the whole world to see.

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By Whitney Baker Johnson

As if Alison Sweeney wasn’t busy enough, she decided to make her foray into fiction with her first novel, The Star Attraction, which published earlier this week. When telling the story of Sophie, a Hollywood publicist who risks her fabulous job and happy relationship when she hooks up with a sexy client, the actress drew from her nearly two decades as Samantha “Sami” Brady on NBC’s Day of Our Lives, explaining that her experience on daytime television was the basis for writing her own story. She adds, “My best friend is a publicist, so that was certainly the inspiration for writing about that perspective of the industry. Plus, I have a lot of personal stories that contributed to the red carpet scenes in the book.”

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By Marni Battista

In recent years, Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez have had quite the whirlwind romance. The two pop stars were in a much-talked-about long-term relationship before they broke up and have subsequently reunited multiple times…although as of publication, their relationship status could easily have changed again. One thing we do know: breaking up and getting back together multiple times is mostly a good indicator that you should NOT get back together. So should you get back with your ex?

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By Monique Honaman for Hope After Divorce

I recall speaking to a divorce support group a few years ago. Whenever someone referenced their EX-husband or EX-wife, each person was careful to use the phrase “my former husband” or “my former wife.”  This wasn’t just something that one person used but rather everyone in the group. I thought it was interesting. After all, using the term “EX-husband” seems pretty common. When I asked what this was all about, I was informed that they believed that EX- implied a negative connotation, and they preferred to approach the word a bit more positively. OK! To each his and her own!

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By Whitney Baker Johnson

We all know and love Niecy Nash as an actress, television host and comedienne. What you may not know, though, is that she’s quite the matchmaker as well. In fact, it was at her first matchmaking party that she introduced best friend and The View co-host Sherri Shepherd to her now-husband Lamar Sally. From there, she began hosting an online show on Yahoo! called “Let’s Talk About Love,” which eventually developed into her new book, It’s Hard to Fight Naked. In it, she invites her readers to think differently about matters of the heart and shares her tips for finding true love. We chatted with the newly-minted author about the book’s eye-catching title and many words of wisdom.

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Owl City’s Adam Young first captured our hearts with his 2009 hit “Fireflies,” a song that he says he never expected to connect with so many people because “it’s a such a weird song that isn’t really about anything.” Since then, the humble musician has experienced a fast rise to fame but held on to his optimistic attitude and small-town upbringing. Most recently, he has partnered with Oreo on Wonderfilled, a campaign about sharing wonder with those around you and trying to make the world a better place. They wanted an “upbeat, witty, quick and catchy” theme song, and Young was a natural fit. Here, he chats with CupidsPulse.com about his career, his new partnership and his love life.

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This post is sponsored by Match.com.

By Rachael Moore

Do you ever feel uncomfortable at a bar or party because you don’t know who’s single or taken? Well, worry no longer! With Stir events by Match.com, everyone is single and looking to meet someone. Better yet, the online dating website is celebrating their one year anniversary! They’re giving you the opportunity to participate in their “What Stirs You? Create a Match.com Summer Singles Event and Win!” contest between Tuesday, May 14th and Tuesday, May 28th.

If you’ve never heard of Stir, it’s Match.com’s answer to offline events, offering a wide range of activities to Match.com members around the country. The program has seen great growth in the past year, hosting 2,850 events – broken down, that’s 14 events each day, 75 events each week and 320 events each month. Match.com has collaborated with over 1,200 venues and partners, including House of Blues and Banana Republic. Plus, the site is throwing single events in over 80 cities, reaching as far as Anchorage and Honolulu! Activities now range from large-scale happy hours at popular spots to more intimate gatherings like tequila tastings and DJ lessons. Over 225,000 singles have attended a Stir event to date.

Sounds awesome, right? Well, you can be a part of it! To enter, visit Match.com’s “What Stirs You?” Contest Page, now through Tuesday, May 28, 2013 and tell Match.com what you think would make for the perfect singles event. Entries will be judged based on quality, creativity, uniqueness and geographical relevance. Good luck!

By Whitney Baker Johnson

It’s always important to recognize the hard work moms do — not just on Mother’s Day, but every day of the year. They often put their partners and children first, forgetting to take time for themselves. This May, we’re encouraging moms to step away from their household duties and embrace some kid-free time with their significant others. Remember,  your loved ones want to make you just as happy as you make them. Below are five date ideas that every mom will enjoy.

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By Kerri Sheehan

The American Idol road ended last night for 19-year-old Massachusetts native Angie Miller. Known for winning over the judges during her first audition by performing an original song and playing the piano during many of the live shows, fans were surprised to see her go. She sobbed throughout her goodbye song “Never Gone,” originally sung by Idol alum Colton Dixon, as Mariah Carey encouraged her from the judges’ table.

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By David Wygant

What does it mean when a guy waits a while to text you back? What if he gives you a short answer to a long question? How can you tell if he’s bored and only texting you because he wants something to do? These are questions that most women have asked at one time or another.

So here are a couple of pointers to decode man-talk in texting.  These answers are a simple guideline to help you understand the way that men think and communicate.

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In this week’s dating advice video, dating expert and E!’s Famously Single dating coach, Laurel House shares seven reasons to kiss. It’s time to get busy!

Dating Advice from E!’s Famously Single Laurel House on Kissing

Did you know that kissing helps to fight those pesky springtime allergies that so many of us face? If you kiss for at least 30 minutes, it helps to slow histamine production, which means you won’t be sneezing and dealing with a runny nose. Kissing not only makes you healthier and happier, but it also makes your relationship healthier and happier.

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