By Marni Battista

Taylor Swift has been splashed across almost every magazine in the past few weeks, telling story after story about yet another failed relationship and her tendency to get over someone by getting “under” someone new. The twenty-something country crooner is beautiful and successful, but it seems she can’t break the three-month relationship cycle.

Perhaps it’s because she has a “broken picker,” or maybe it’s just that she’s 22 years old and has no idea what she really wants. Whatever the case, Swift is repeating the same mistakes in each and every relationship. Her romantic trysts are unable to move past the infant stage. With actors and boy-banders alike (even a Kennedy!), the songstress dives in head-first each time — and comes out like a drowned rat within a few months. …On the edge of your seat? Don’t miss the rest!

By Courtney Allen

The New Year is here, and even the biggest celebs in Hollywood know what that means: it’s time to pull out the glorious pen and paper. There is no better time like the present than to leave the daunting past behind in the tabloids, whether it is love drama with exes, juicy scandals or shocking infidelity. 2012 may have proved to be rocky for these celebrity couples, but the upcoming year just may be looking up if they write their New Year’s Resolution list with these things in mind:

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By Susan Trombetti, Matchmaker and Relationship Expert

It’s the New Year and the emails are flying,  with women trying to decide if he’s a keeper for 2013, or if they should cut their losses and kick him to the curb and start fresh this year. Many single women were hoping and praying for that all important sparkle on their left finger. What to do if you didn’t get it? Heaven forbid, should you wait until Valentine’s Day. How long to hang on desperately waiting ? I  think you know the answer yourself. You don’t need to reduce yourself to that point of an awkward conversation and beg, “Will you please finally marry me ALREADY ?” Check out these five signs he isn’t ready to commit, which tell you all you need to know about the status of your relationship:

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By Jennifer Ross

The New Year is always that time to let go of the old and stagnate parts of your life to make room for the new and exciting ones. With all the spine-tingling sensations coming your way, now is a good time for you to start a new relationship. This does not mean that you dump your current relationship to find a new one. Rather, view this as making a new start with your current partner. To create a memorable 2013, filled with an invigorating romance to last well beyond the year, here are five steps to lead you to a “new” relationship:

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By TJ Barea

Long distance relationships can be successful.  Just because there is distance between you physically does not mean the relationship should suffer.  There are a number of things you can do to help bridge the gap from your heart to your partner’s:

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Question from Ashley G.: My boyfriend and I live about 100 miles apart. We’re both really busy people, so most days, the most we talk is just a text saying “Hi, I love you and hope you had a good day.” My roommate thinks this is ridiculous and says we’re not in a real relationship. Is it okay if my boyfriend and I only text each other instead of calling?

Answer from Our Love Experts:

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by Straight Male Friend Marcus Osborne for GalTime.com

As a man I can personally attest to men’s particular brand of cluelessness. The countless missed signals contributing to ineffectual attempts at communication by the Adam gender has caused many Eve’s heads to explode. Sure, a gargantuan chunk of couples’ misunderstandings could be avoided with ease if women would…oh, I dunno…maybe be more direct. Instead of expecting guys to “just know”, perhaps being a teensy-weensy more literal would be helpful.

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By Whitney Baker

When Dr. Brandy Engler opened her sex therapy practice for women in New York City, she was shocked that it was mostly men reaching out for her help. As she began working through their heartache, she discovered that she had her own issues to face as well. In The Men on My Couch: True Stories of Sex, Love and Psychotherapy, Dr. Engler, along with David Rensin, weave together her personal story and her patients’ journeys, sharing the lessons both learned and taught throughout her first year as a psychologist. We chatted with the first-time author about her new book and what she has coming up next.

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By Sarah Ribeiro

We all have our idea of the perfect New Year’s Eve: spending the night with your loved ones, dancing the night away and counting down to midnight where you can pop champagne and share a kiss with your sweetheart. While tradition may be romantic to you, sometimes breaking that tradition can give you a unique, memorable experience that can make this the best New Year ever. Cupid spoke to some experts to find ways to celebrate the holiday and resolutions to keep through the year for both couples and singles:

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By Dudeologist Marcus Osborne for GalTime.com

Okay, so maybe that headline is hyperbolic. Unless you’re one of those sickos who gets off on hurting people, no one is really thrilled about those soul crushing break ups. You know the kind where you feel the nausea gauge rising the moment one of you begins a statement with, “So I think you and I should….”

Holiday breakups are awesome!!…. Not.

By Ashley DelBello

The year is coming to a close and you still haven’t found that special someone. So if you’re truly ready for love, why not make it your 2013 resolution? While love does seem to happen when you’re not exactly looking for it, there are things that you can do to work toward that goal. Cupid spoke to a few relationship experts and came up with five resolutions to help you get closer to finding “The One.” Keep reading to find out what they are:

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By Samantha Mucha

Getting cozy with your mate by the fire while watching ABC Family’s ’25 Days of Christmas’ should be number one on your to-do date list this holiday season. Leave the freezing winter weather outside and kick back for an indoor weekend with your sweetheart.

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By Rachel Seliger

The holiday season has finally arrived, and with it comes festive parties (hello, candy cane cocktails!), delicious fare (potato latkes, anyone?) and glee-filled gift-giving (who doesn’t love a white elephant party?). Yet, while giving gifts can fill your heart with warmth and joy as you watch your loved ones tear open those carefully-wrapped presents, it can also bring anxiety as you try to decipher what to give everyone on your list. And it only gets harder when it comes to giving a gift to a new love interest!

Rachel Seliger, Community Manager for JDate.com, the leading online community for Jewish singles, is here to help with advice on what gifts really mean when they’re coming from a significant other. Check out the gifting-pedia below for definitions of what certain gift choices may say about your relationship:

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By Dr. Tranquility — Lydia Belton, PhD, Ct. H.A.

We have all experienced an New Year’s Eve that we look back on with regrets. This is largely due to the fact that we invest too much into trying to make this one day the most perfect of the year — when in truth, it’s really no different than the other 364 days. Here are some tips to help you have an anxiety-free New Year’s Eve this year.
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By  Johanna Lyman for GalTime.com

Do you love the season but not the shopping?

I love the holidays, but I’m not a fan of buying gifts. I’m one of those rare women who don’t like to shop. I agonize over buying the perfect gift, but I’m not great with paying attention to details, so I never know what the perfect gift might be. This year, I decided to think outside the gift-giving box and come up with my best tips for making it all easier.

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By Michelle Rebecca

When you and your partner have a fight, do you blog, Tweet, change your status on Facebook and call all of your friends to let them know about it? If so, you might be endangering your relationship by sharing too much information with others.

As many celebrities (e.g., Kim Kardashian, Tom Cruise, Madonna) have discovered, it’s hard to nurture the tender bud of a healthy romance in the harsh glare of the public eye.

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By Courtney Allen

‘Tis the season to be jolly, especially with the one you love. Take advantage of this year’s exciting end with your significant other by spreading holiday cheer the best way possible: by giving back. Show thanks for everything in your life, including your sweetie, by bringing fortune into the lives of others. Here are five great ways for you and your honey to wrap up the year right:

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By Samantha Mucha

The holiday season can be a stressful time with your partner, even though it should be full of joy and holiday cheer.  To lessen your to-do list this December, and still have time for a date night, try something different with your sweetheart. Break out the wrapping paper, ribbons, and tape. It’s time to channel your inner Christmas Elf.

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By Jennifer Ross

Seeing triple? 12/12/12 is quickly approaching. This is the last of the popular consecutive date sequences, like 10/10/10 and 11/11/11, to come around for the next 1,000 years — our lifetime! Many people consider it lucky to be alive during these years, and even more people consider it lucky to fall in love and get married on one of these iconic dates. …On the edge of your seat? Click here to continue.

By Nic Baird

The Closer‘s Kyra Sedgwick has a lot of praise for her husband, actor Kevin Bacon, People reports. “He is so honorable. He is so ethically true. He has high moral standards, and he doesn’t lie and he doesn’t cheat,” she said in the January issue of Good Housekeeping. “I find that sexy!” The couple married in 1988, and Sedgwick said he still makes her feel like the most beautiful woman in the room. The two are also parents to Travis, 23, and Sosie, 20, who have now left the nest. “There’s a lot more walking around the house naked,” Sedgwick said.

What are some ways to keep the spark alive in your marriage?

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By Samantha Mucha

Do you and your sweetheart enjoy looking at art, or even making your own pieces?  If so, take date night to the next level this winter by visiting an ice sculpting festival.  These events typically happen near ski resorts or state parks. Look online to find out if there is one near you.  If you and your significant other want to travel and have the budget, make a weekend out of it.  It’s a breathtaking experience that you will want to see at least once in your lifetime.

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By Shelly Blagg

Now that it’s almost a New Year, it’s time for the new you to jump back into the dating pool! We all know dating can be exciting and nerve racking at the same time, made much worse by over thinking things. However, if you know you’re ready to date, the best advice I can give is, JUMP IN!   To ease into dating, go out with a group of people or another couple until you find your “dating feet”.  This can help with the pressure of those first date jitters.  I can say I’ve gone out on many dates with best friends as the “buffer” and all proved to be successful. If you’re with your best friends, you’ll always have a great time, whether or not you find yourself being attracted to your date.

Most people getting back into the dating pool also have the problem of over sharing, which tends to do more harm than good. Here are some quick tips:

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By David Wygant

So let’s say that you’re having a very passionate holiday romance. What do you do about Christmas, Hanukah, Kwanzaa, Festivus, etc.? Well, whatever holiday you’re celebrating, I’m a firm believer of wishing everybody a merry Christmas. To me, Christmas is just a time of year. That’s all it is. It doesn’t matter what religion you are–everybody loves Christmas. Who can forget “Santa Claus is Coming to Town”?  Who can forget “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” and “Herbie the Dentist”? …Don’t miss the rest! Click here for more.

By Nic Baird

As the holiday season approaches, The Kardashians are still searching for Lamar Odom’s gift, People reports. The Clippers’ Forward and Khloé Kardashian’s husband can’t figure out electronics, according to his wife. “Kourtney asked, ‘Would Lamar like an iPad mini for Christmas?’ I said, ‘Absolutely not!’ He would have no idea what to do with [it],” Khloé Kardashian said. Odom has managed to figure out Skype video calling so he can stay connected with his wife. “I have to walk him through it on the phone and it takes forever.”

How do you come up with romantic ideas for holiday gifts?

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