The girls revealed a lot to Chris Soules last night on the reality TV show 'The Bachelor.' Plus, dating advice on how to open up in a relationship! Photo: DAVID MOIR/ABC
By Emma L. Wells
Poor Chris Soules had a lot to handle on last night’s jam-packed episode of the hit reality TV show The Bachelor. His hands were full with two group dates, two one-on-ones, a visit from his sisters, a shameless Cinderella promotion, and one big confession. The first group date brought seven girls to the lake for a day of beach fun and night of camping. Ashley I. was, in her own words, a camping virgin and a virgin camping, and after fretting over it, she decided to tell Soules the truth about her sexual history — or lack thereof. She snuck into The Bachelor star’s tent in the middle of night to wake him up and was clearly nervous as she danced around the point of the conversation without actually saying it. In his blog on People.com, the Iowa farmer writes, “Here’s a little lesson for you ladies: Men are pretty simple when it comes to words… Spell it out for us. Maybe even write it down so we don’t forget it. We don’t work well with subtlety.” Later in the episode, she bravely tried again, and this time, she came right out with her confession.
The Bachelor contestant Ashley I. was in need of some dating advice before she confronted Chris Soules with her big reveal on last night’s episode. What are some ways to successfully open up to a guy?
In this week’s dating advice video, relationship expert and E!’s Famously Single dating coach, Laurel House discusses how The Bachelor, particularly season 19 with Chris Soules, and other similar reality TV shows are changing the reality of dating.
Dating Advice from E!’s Famously Single Dating Coach Laurel House
“They’re helping to shape the way we view what is desirable, what is sexy,” she explains of the reality TV franchise. “With Farmer Chris from Iowa as America’s current leading man, the dating landscape has dramatically shifted.” House reveals five ways that Soules is changing the reality of dating: Women no longer want bad boys like former Bachelor Juan Pablo Galavis; we see farmers as marriage material; we’re going back to the basics and forgetting about the rich and famous; we want a true gentleman; and we (finally!) think nice is sexy.
Funny enough, a reality TV show is helping us redefine real love. “It’s being authentic; it’s being our true self. It’s looking down deep and thinking, ‘What do I need in a relationship and love? What do I need in a relationship? What will sustain a relationship long-term?'” the relationship expert shares.
Learn how to deal with jealousy from the reality TV contestants on 'The Bachelor' season 19. Plus, some helpful dating advice! Photo: JOHN FLEENOR/ABC
By Emma L. Wells
Chris Soules certainly seemed to be enjoying himself during last night’s episode of The Bachelor season 19! Reality TV fans got to see multiple makeout sessions and enjoy a lot of laughs, thanks to a guest appearance by Jimmy Kimmel. According to People.com, Soules kissed eight different women, claiming that it was simply part of the process of finding love. When asked by Mackenzie why he was macking with so many different honeys, he answered nervously that that’s just how he gets to know people. Becca was the only girl to deny his attempt at a smooch; instead, the two shared a sweet hug.
What are some ways to deal with jealousy when, like the contestants on The Bachelor season 19, you aren’t exclusive yet?
'The Bachelor' Chris Soules opens up about first night jitters. Photo: Credit: Rick Rowell/ABC
By Emma L. Wells
First dates can be stressful enough, but can you imagine having 30 first dates simultaneously? That’s how Chris Soules felt on Monday night during the premiere of The Bachelor Season 19. “It was nerve-racking but exciting to be in the same room with 30 amazing women and knowing that one of them could potentially become my fiancée,” Soules said in an interview with People.com. While some women handled the stress of the evening better than others (a few contestants were noticeably intoxicated by the evening’s close…), they all made lasting impressions. From motorcycles and karaoke to secret admirers and a pig nose, the women used a variety of tactics to try and catch the handsome bachelor’s eye. Some ended up being more successful than others, as the 33-year-old farm boy from Iowa eliminated eight women during thefirst rose ceremony on The Bachelor Season 19.
‘The Bachelor’ Chris Soules was pretty nervous Monday night. What are three ways to deal with nerves on a first date?
If you watched the season 19 premiere of The Bachelor last night, you know that Chris Soules is in for quite a ride. The Arlington, Iowa native clearly has his hands full with this group of women! After getting booted by Andi Dorfman, there’s no telling which dynamic lady will steal his heart — and when we say dynamic, we mean it. His contestants range from a ballet instructor and a flight attendant (a profession that hasn’t reigned superior in Bachelor past) to a WWE Diva-in-Training and a former NFL Cheerleader. Some are hotties with big personalities, while others are more bashful and low-key. And then there’s the girl who depends a little too heavily on the bottle. Of course, they have one thing in common: They all want the same man. Ahh, aren’t you so glad to have season 19 of The Bachelor to start off the new year?
The Bachelor Chris Soules is serious about finding the love of his life. In fact, he recently opened up to People.comabout leaving the farm life behind to expand his horizons and find The One. “There were so many great girls. I felt like I could fall in love with a lot of them right away,” he said. The new season of The Bachelor debuts on January 5th, and Soules will have 30 women to choose from at the start. With one woman arriving on a motorcycle, another proclaiming Soules could “plow her field any day,” and yet another giving him a “great squeeze,” there’s no doubt that this season’s Bachelor has his work cut out for him!
‘The Bachelor’ is a unique way to meet someone. What are three other ways to meet a potential mate?
The promos for the upcoming season of ‘The Bachelor’ Season 19 are upon us! In a recently released promotional trailer featuring Chris Soules’ quest for relationships and love, host Chris Harrison is seen jokingly slapping Soules in the form of a reality check when his women contestants begin arriving in the first episode. “I am the luckiest man alive,” Soules said, according to UsMagazine.com. “I really do believe I can find that special someone.”
Finding relationships and love can seem like a dream. What are some ways to give your friends a reality check when it comes to their dating lives?
Chris Soules will be premiering as 'The Bachelor' in January 2015. Photo courtesy of Chris Soules' Instagram.
By Emily Meyer
Start planning for TheBachelor Season 19 viewing parties now! While the reality showisn’t set to air until January 5, 2015, eonline.com has the first exclusive look at Chris Soules. The 32-year-old Midwest farmer who won our hearts on Andi Dorfman’s season of The Bachelorette now has his chance to find a relationship and love. The first promo pic for the season is captioned: “Traditional. Classic. All-American.” It was also just announced that The Bachelor premiere will be three hours long and live! “Coming from a small town, I never really expected to have this opportunity to be on either show, let alone to be the lead on The Bachelor, so it’s been awesome,” Soules shared after his announcement was made on Good Morning America.
Photo courtesy of ABC.
‘The Bachelor’ offers a unique way to meet a new partner. What are some other ways to meet someone?
Arie Luyendyk Jr. and Jef Holm. Holm ended up winning their season of 'Bachelor.' Photo: Koi Sojer / PR Photos
By Kaley Allard
Former Bachelorette contestant Arie Luyendyk Jr. will not be given another shot at relationships and love on The Bachelor Season 19, according to UsMagazine.com, and he’s not happy about it. A source recently said that Luyendyk is “pissed” that he was not chosen. Luyendyk tweeted his dismay saying, “I’m not the Bachelor. Have fun on the farm people.” Hopefully Luyendyk’s poor attitude and angry social media posts do not affect this years Bachelor pick, Chris Soules.
Even for The Bachelor, finding relationships and love can be difficult. How can you branch out and find new ways of meeting a partner?
Andi Dorfman quits her job to be 'The Bachelorette.' Photo: PRN / PRPhotos.com
By Laura Seaman
In the latest celebrity relationship news, reality TV sensation Andi Dorfman has narrowed it down to two men on The Bachelorette. Chris Soules, a farm boy from Iowa, was eliminated after his date in the Dominican Republic. Soules told Dorfman that he loved her, but according to UsMagazine.com, the reality TV star didn’t feel the same way. “I don’t think it’s fair to make you sit here for days and wait for a rose ceremony,” she said. “I just think I’d rather be honest with you and tell you that I’m trying and trying, but it’s not there…”
How can you manage your relationship and love when your feelings are different from your partner’s?
