Dating & Relationship Tag Archive: Dating Advice
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Facebook co-president Sean Parker is engaged, reports People. Parker’s rep confirmed that the Napster co-founder proposed to long-time girlfriend Alexandra Lenas, a singer/songwriter from New York.
How do you make sure work doesn’t get in the way of your relationship?
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By Tanni Deb
Prince William and Kate Middleton invited an astronomical number of guests to their wedding: 1,900 people! Yet most of us are wondering how we can get invited without having to work the affair itself. Sure – you can watch the fanfare on NBC (at 4 a.m. EST no less!), but it’s not the same as getting dressed, attending the event and bumping elbows with A-listers from around the world. If you feel left out and want to see the ceremony in person, here are strategies that worked for some of the hundreds of guests that will be at Westminster Abbey on April 29:
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Michael Vartan, alias: hubby. Star of the show Alias, Michael Vartan, and his love Lauren Skaar tied the knot at Pelican Hill Resort Saturday in front of 150 guests, according to UsMagazine.com. “She’s my best friend in the world and that’s why I asked her to marry me,” Vartin said. “I have more fun with her than with anyone I’ve ever met. I just woke up one day and could not imagine living without her. The great thing about her and me, is that I feel like I can be 100 percent myself.”
Should your partner be your best friend?
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This past Friday, Elizabeth Hurley filed for divorce from her husband Arun Nayar. According to People, Hurley blames the divorce on husband, Nayar’s “unreasonable behavior.” What seems to be confusing to the public, however, are the photos that surfaced in December of Hurley kissing an Australian cricket star, Shane Warne, outside a restaurant in London. Hurley took the opportunity to explain herself via Twitter, saying, “For the record, my husband Arun and I seperated a few months ago. Our close friends & family were aware of this.”
If you’re separated from a spouse, is it okay to stray? Continue reading
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By Naini Nakagawa
Spring is in the air, and so is dating! With the fresh spring air comes a new way to approach dating. The goal for this season? Focus on friendships, which may lead to romance later on when you truly know your mate-to-be. Celebrities like Ryan Phillippe could certainly use this wisdom right now. Phillippe’s recent relationship with Amanda Seyfried seems to be on and off, and he was also recently accused of having “innocent sleepovers” with Rihanna. It seems to be a game of celebrity musical chairs in Hollywood these days, filled with all sorts of drama. For the rest of us, who prefer to keep drama-free peaceful relationships, the following tips could go a long way:
1. Rid your life of toxic people: Keep those who are discouraging and who don’t support and believe in you on the sidelines. Your energy field can take a turn for the worst with negative influences in your life.
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A week after her performance at Palms Casino Resort’s Rain Nightclub, Britney Spears spent time with her boyfriend, Jason Trawick, and her two boys in Las Vegas. The four dined in a private dining room at Nove Italiano. According to People, a source said, “Britney was very quiet … but her kids were very nice and looked great.”
Is Vegas a good vacation spot for kids?
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Soul Surfer actress Carrie Underwood recently dished to E! Online about her relationship with husband Mike Fisher. First on the list to discuss were Underwood’s pet peeves. “[Fisher] loves the UFC fighting and he will DVR the fights and watch them like five times!” said Underwood. “He’ll watch them and then I’ll get up for breakfast the next morning and he’s watching them again. Then someone will come over and they have to watch it together! I’m like, ‘Really?'” Although, Underwood admits she’s nearly as guilty. “I think I nag a little more than I would like to, more than he would like me to,” she explained. “I’m like, ‘Please take the trash out, please change the lightbulbs. These are man things you should be doing. I’ll make you brownies.’ “
How do you deal with habits that bug you about your partner?
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On-and-off-screen couple Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson, are preparing to tie the knot … in The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn as the mortal Bella Swan and vampire Edward Cullen. Though they may only be getting married onscreen, Stewart and Pattinson may be heading toward marriage in real life, too. According to People, the pair, along with the rest of the cast, are gearing up to film parts 1 and 2 of the final section of the hit vampire series in Squamish, Canada. In preparation for the much-anticipated wedding scene, numerous cast members have also been seen crossing the Canadian boarder including Anna Kendrick, Justin Chon, Gil Birmingham, Christian Serratos and Ashley Greene.
Should you have a big or small wedding?
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What better way to celebrate the arrival of spring then by heading down class IV and V rapids! This Saturday, take a wild ride and go White Water Rafting on the Mighty Housatonic, hosted by Meet Market Adventures. Wet suits, life jackets, helmets and footies will be provided. After going down some of the biggest rapids in New England, you’ll be driven to Bulls Bridge Inn, where a wonderful three-course lunch awaits you. Check out the site to see what you need to pack. Finding a new special someone is always an adventure! So this weekend, why not make it a literal one?
Who: Meet Market Adventures
What: White Water Rafting
When: Saturday, April 9 from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Meet at the NE corner of 73rd Street and Broadway
New York, NY 10023
Cost: $169.99 (includes lunch, transportation and equipment)
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Prince William and Kate Middleton are bucking tradition once again, this time with the Prince’s refusal to wear a wedding band after he’s married. According to People, Middleton is going to stick to tradition and sport a ring made from a tiny bit of Welsh gold, which was presented as a gift to Prince William from Queen Elizabeth. A spokeswoman from the palace says, “There is only going to be one ring, in accordance with the couple’s wishes.”
Should you wear a wedding ring?
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Since her breakup with Jack Barakat last month, Holly Madison has been busy with her book, which hits stands next month, and as a correspondent for Extra. However, the star of Holly’s World told People she is still looking for her soul mate. “It’s hard for me, the last couple relationships I had were long distance, [and] it’s not like I can make much of an effort to travel and see anybody,” Madison, 30, said. “The guy had to do all the work, unfortunately.” Madison’s Mr. Right, according to her, needs to be someone who is secure and not threatened by a successful woman. “He needs to be patient and somebody who knows where he wants the relationship to go,” she said. Until she finds this mystery man, Madison said she is content with flying solo.
What do you do if your partner is more successful than you?
0 After being dumped by her sugar daddy, outspoken junior high teacher (Cameron Diaz) starts making drastic attempts to woo a studly colleague (Justin Timberlake). The Bad Teacher’s approach to getting his attention takes an unexpected turn as she slowly starts to get better at her job, and the decision causes her to be up against a highly respected co-worker.
Is it healthy to be in a relationship with a colleague?
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Michael Lohan has had a lot going on recently with his daughter Lindsey ever-present in the media as well as his recent split from girlfriend Kate Major last week. Pop Eater is reporting, however, that Michael Lohan has taken everything in stride and gone off to Fort Lauderdale, Flordia with a new girlfriend, Bernadette, in tow-to whom he debuted via a Twitter photo. In one photo Bernadette and Lohan are locking lips with a tweet reading, “U R amazing”. Michael claims Bernadette is opposite of his ex Kate Major saying Bernadette is “in great shape” and “hates tabloids”.
How do you deal with being jealous of an ex-partner?
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LeAnn Rimes has a theory about ensuring a successful marriage. She tweeted, “A good friend just told me that the key to a successful marriage was to argue naked! I’m gonna do that from now on, when that rarely happens.” What guy can continue an argument in a situation like that? Luckily, according to Rimes, everything is flowing smoothly between her and Cibrian. She told UsMagazine.com that Cibrian has been an active participant in the wedding planning process and things have been pretty “chill.”
What are ways to keep conflict from escalating in a relationship?
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After they were spotted together earlier this month, Scarlett Johansson and Sean Penn finally decided to go public with their relationship. The couple was seen together on Saturday at Reese Witherspoon’s wedding to Jim Toth. After the wedding, Johansson and Penn stopped by Jimmy’s Bar at Ojai Inn. According to UsMagazine.com, an eyewitness said Johansson was uncomfortable with all the stares they got from the bar. She muttered, “This is so terrifying,” and Penn held her hand as they went to their seat. According to the eyewitness, Johansson sat in Penn’s lap and they made out in full view for 15 minutes after their table was cleared.
How do you know when to go public with a relationship?
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Actress Carey Mulligan and singer Marcus Mumford are getting serious about their relationship, reports UsMagazine.com. The two met after a secret Mumford & Sons show in Nashville on February 7th and immediately hit it off. A source, who saw Mumford and Mulligan a few days later at an Arcade Fire show, explained, ” They were whispering to each other and enjoying the show. They definitely seemed like a couple.” More recently, the couple have been spending time at Mumford’s home in London, as well as vacationing in places like the Orkney Islands and in the Buckinghamshire area of Southeast England.
How quickly should you get serious about a new partner?
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By Christie Hartman, PhD
After 14 years of marriage, Sean Penn and Robin Wright divorced in July 2010. Now Penn, who’s 50, has been caught canoodling with Scarlett Johansson, 26. Yes, your calculations are correct: Sean Penn is dating a woman who is literally half his age.
Of course, the obvious questions are: Why would Sean Penn go for someone so young? And why would Scarlett Johansson date a man so much older than herself? That’s when all the pseudo-scientists come out of the woodwork and start spouting evolutionary theory — i.e. that older men like young and pretty women because they represent fertility, and that younger women like older, not-necessarily-good-looking men because they have the maturity and means to care for her and her young. While there is some truth to these theories, it’s only a small part of what drives dating (and mating) behavior. More often, such theory is used as an excuse for older men to chase women who are too young for them, and for younger women to seek sugar daddies.
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Now that Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson are engaged, we may end up seeing them as husband and wife when we least expect it. According to People, Simpson says that her second wedding ceremony may be a bit more low key than her previous wedding to singer Nick Lachey. In a recent interview with Women’s Wear Daily, Simpson says, “We’ve both been married before, we’re enjoying our commitment to each other. We want to take our time … We might elope if it gets to that point.” So, don’t be too surprised if you see Simpson and Johnson sporting wedding rings without an elaborate ceremony.
What are the advantages of eloping?
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Prince Harry threw his brother Prince William his bachelor bash this past weekend, and according to E! Online, it included water skiing, motor boat racing, and a floating pub crawl with 20 of his best friends. A Clarence House spokesman didn’t have too much to say about the event. “Prince William has enjoyed his stag and it was in the U.K,” said the circumspect spokesman to London’s Daily News.
What are some unique bachelor/bachelorette party ideas?
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Reese Witherspoon and ex-husband Ryan Phillippe could have stumbled across each other this past weekend, reports RadarOnline. Witherspoon, who was married to talent agent Jim Toth on Saturday, had her wedding at her Ojai, California home. Phillippe and new girlfriend Amanda Seyfried were vacationing at the expensive San Ysidro Ranch near Santa Barbara, a mere 30 minutes from Witherspoon’s home. Phillippe and Witherspoon share two children together: Ava, 11, and Deacon, 7. The two finalized their divorce in 2007.
What are ways to tell that your ex is jealous of your new relationship?
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By Erika Mioni
In today’s fast-paced world, more and more people rely on technology. Fortunately (or unfortunately), relationships are also caught up in cyberspace. Cavanaugh Lee’s Save as Draft tackles loves latest hurdle – the Internet. Protagonist Izabell Chin is an actress-turned-lawyer struggling to find true love. She soon finds two love interests: Peter, from her law firm, and Marty, from eHarmony. As her relationships with each guy take their course, the reader is privy to an in-depth look at the e-mails and text messages that were never sent. Too honest to reveal, those messages were saved as a draft. As Izabell’s relationships slowly fall apart, the reader is able to understand that though e-mail, texting and online ventures are nearly inescapable during these modern times, it is important to remain honest and always say what needs to be said.
We had a chance to talk to Lee about her past technology-related experiences and her motivation for writing the novel. Here’s what the author had to say:
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Although most are excited about Jennifer Hudson’s loss of 80 pounds, her fiancée isn’t too thrilled. UsMagazine.com reports the 29 year-old Academy Award recipient told Jay Leno on Friday’s show that her man, David Otunga, preferred the casual clothes versus her new wardrobe. Also, she admitted her fiancée is not a big fan of change. “He fusses at me like, ‘Why do you have to have to get all dressed up to go out and why can’t you just go out like you used to?'” said Hudson. “And I’m like, ‘I’m a walking billboard now honey.”
How do you overcome your partner’s judgment?
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Wonder what it’s look to go on 50 dates within three hours? New York Easy Dates is making that happen on Saturday night from 6 to 9 p.m. at M1-5 Bar and Lounge. Each date is about two and a half minutes in length. Concerned about the short time span? Put it this way – we can decide if we feel a connection after 10 seconds, so you should be able to figure out if you want to see someone again after three minutes – especially if you’re meeting 50 people! If you’re sick of the bar scene and having a tough time finding a nice person at the coffee shop, give speed dating a try. Priding itself on high customer service, New York Easy Dates believes they are the best speed dating company in the Big Apple.
Who: New York Easy Dates
What: 50 First Dates
Where: M1-5 Bar and Lounge
52 Walker St. (between Church & Broadway)
New York, NY 10013
When: Saturday, April 2 from 6 – 9 PM
How Much: $30 (comes with free drink)
Age Restrictions: Men (27-42); Women 23-37
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Khloe Kardashian has some advice for sister Kim’s long-distance basketball boyfriend Kris Humprhries: impress the fam. Khloe, who married Los Angeles Laker star Lamar Odom in September of 2010 knows firsthand how critical her brood can be. “I don’t think Kris knows what he’s getting into,” Kardashain told People. She says that this summer Humphries will get the opportunity to spend some time with the whole family and get initiated into the Kardashian group … if he can manage.
What do you do if your partner doesn’t get along with your family?
