On this week’s Single in Stilettos dating advice video, founder and relationship expert Suzanne Oshima talks to relationship author Robert Manni to discuss how women sabotage themselves with men and offer their best relationship advice. Here are five ways that women sabotage themselves when looking for love.
Relationship Author Gives Dating Advice
1. You’re not in it to win it: You may say you want to find love, but instead of going out to a new spot where you can actually meet someone, you find yourself in a routine of dinner at home and TV time. “You have to put yourself out there. You have to be willing to fail to be able to succeed,” Manni explains.
2. You’re always plugged in: Put your phone down! If you’re walking around New York City with your earbuds in and music blaring, you’re presenting yourself as closed off and unavailable. It’s hard for a guy to ask an open-ended question or chat you up when you’re walled off through technology. Oshima adds, “Those are barriers to meeting someone organically.”
3. You’re not fishing where the fish are: “Go where the guys are!” the relationship author says. You can find guys are at sporting events, at the football field, at a tech store, at a whiskey tasting, or at the gym. Think about your brother and his friends — where do they often go?
4. You’re always with a group of girlfriends: It’s no secret that a pack of women can be overwhelming! Guys are wondering how to handle the group dynamics and just focus on the woman they’re truly interested in. Instead, make it easier for them and single yourself out.
5. You’re too attached to your list: This is one of the most important ways that women sabotage themselves. “If you stick too closely to your list, you’re going to narrow down your opportunities,” Manni explains. “And the longer you’re single, the longer your list grows.” Make sure your list only includes a few core qualities that are value-oriented and be flexible about your physical type.
A bonus way that women sabotage themselves with men: You throw someone back in the dating pool too quickly. One bad coffee date does not mean the relationship is doomed! “Love grows if you keep an open heart,” the relationship author says. “It can turn into something spectacular if you give love a chance.”
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And just like that, it’s over. According to UsMagazine.com, Bella Thorne is over Cannes, France after Scott Disick was spotted kissing his celebrity ex Chloe Bartoli. The actress tweeted, “Yo this #cannes fancy life isn’t for me.” As previously reported in celebrity news, Thorne and Disick were first seen at dinner in Los Angeles before they took their budding celebrity relationship to Cannes. There, they packed on the PDA and got cozy poolside. Interestingly, according to past celebrity news, Bartoli is the same celebrity ex that led to Disick’s split from Kourtney Kardashian in July 2015.
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Congratulations are in order! As originally reported by UsMagazine.com, Jessica Simpson and her husband Eric Johnson just celebrated the seven-year anniversary of their celebrity relationship. The fashion designer marked the special occasion by posting a sweet family picture on Instagram, captioning it, “7 years, 2 kids, and a whole lotta love later.” The celebrity couple are proud parents to Maxwell Drew, 5, and Ace Knute, 3 — and they don’t plan on having any more kids. As Simpson recently shared on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, “I have two beautiful children and I’m not having a third. They’re too cute! You can’t top that.”
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There’s a new celebrity couple in town! Following his divorce from Gwen Stefani, Gavin Rossdale is moving on with German model Sophia Thomalla. According to UsMagazine.com, the celebrity couple shared a romantic meal together earlier this month at Indianapolis’ Iozzo’s Garden of Italy. The Bush frontman and No Doubt singer announced their celebrity divorce in November 2015 after Stefani discovered Rossdale’s longtime affair with their former nanny. “There’s been a lot of pain and sadness. It really teaches you perspective on life. It’s really health, happiness and safety,” the rocker said of his divorce, which was finalized in April 2016.
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Amy Schumer and longtime boyfriend Ben Hanisch have called it quits after dating for over a year, according to UsMagazine.com. “Amy and Ben have ended their relationship after thoughtful consideration and remain friends,” Schumer’s rep shared of the recent celebrity break-up. In November, the celebrity couple celebrated their first anniversary with sweet Instagram posts. Along with a photo of the duo, Hanisch gushed, “A year ago, I met the love of my life. We both weren’t looking for a relationship at the time, but something felt right from the very first night we met.”
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Kylie Jenner is wasting no time! Just weeks after her celebrity break-up from longtime boyfriend Tyga, the reality TV star was spotted getting cozy with rapper Travis Scott at Coachella. And now, according to UsMagazine.com, the celebrity couple’s romance is heating up with a trip to Miami. The duo were spotted walking arm-in-arm in the beachfront city where Scott was performing at the Rolling Loud Festival. “Travis is telling friends that he and Kylie are the real deal,” an insider revealed. Looks like this celebrity couple may last!
Sources are saying that this celebrity couple is “the real deal.” What are some ways to know you’ve found something special?
Looks like there may be more bad blood in this celebrity break-up! As reported by UsMagazine.com, Taylor Swift’s ex Calvin Harris collaborated with her nemesis Katy Perry for his upcoming album, and the “Bad Blood” singer’s fans are already calling out the Scottish DJ for being petty and trying to get back at Swift. The drama between the two female superstars first began when Swift called out an unnamed mean girl during a Rolling Stone interview in 2014. Perry later confirmed their issues when she told a fan that she was still waiting for Swift to apologize. Asked if she would ever agree to a duet with Swift, Perry responded, “If she says sorry, sure!” With Harris’s recent announcement, it looks like there’s no chance of reconciliation for this celebrity relationship — or friendship.
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If you’re as hooked on E!’s hit scripted series The Arrangement as we are, then there’s no doubt that Courtney Paige has made a lasting impression on you as the mysterious (and up-to-no-good) Annika. In our exclusive celebrity interview with the star, she opens up about her role on the show and what fans can expect in tomorrow night’s finale. Plus, she talks to us about her film company Crazy Sunshine Films as well as her love life.
Celebrity Interview: Courtney Paige Talks About The Arrangement
As fans know, The Arrangement is a 10-episode series that follows the journey of up-and-coming actress Megan Morrison, who receives a lucrative offer to enter a staged marriage with movie star Kyle West. Paige’s character Annika is working behind-the-scenes as hired help to ensure that their celebrity relationship lasts. Of playing the scandalous and manipulative villain of the show, Paige says, “Annika is so different from anyone I’ve played before because she has so many layers. It’s quite a challenge for me.”
Of course, playing the bad girl can be fun. “It’s such a treat,” she adds. “You never know what she’s going to do next.”
We’ve read that Annika has a “big secret” to reveal in this season’s finale episode. When asked about what’s next for her character, the Canadian native reveals, “I think all of the characters on The Arrangement have some sort of big secret. The viewers are really left on the edge of their seats until the end. It’s really well written.”
It’s been rumored that the show’s storyline is based on a celebrity couple that we’re all familiar with: Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes. Luckily, the actress clears up any suspicions and says, “I think arranged relationships have been going on since before our time — long before Tom and Katie. So if anyone thinks it’s deliberately about them, it’s really not.”
The actress is lucky to share the small screen with a number of famous faces, including Michael Vartan. “Michael is so lovely and so talented,” she shares in our celebrity interview. “It’s amazing how humble everyone is on set. Everyone is so nice to each other, and it’s a great cast to be apart of.” Thanks to the show’s addicting storyline and great cast, we were excited to learn that writers are already working on the second season.
Not only is Paige an actress, but she’s also an up-and-coming writer and film director. She started her own film company called Crazy Sunshine Films and has a feature film in the works called Neon Candy, set to premiere in September. She, of course, shares her thoughts on the potential strike of the Writers Guild of America (WGA). Although she is not part of the WGA, she believes that if anyone is not feeling valued or being underpaid, then they should take a stand. We couldn’t agree more!
Courtney Paige on Her Love Life
The Arrangement may be filled with romantic drama, but off-screen, Paige’s love life is much more low-key. While she’s not currently looking for a celebrity relationship, she’s not opposed to finding someone special. “I’m still single, and I’m really focusing on my career, but if you know any single guys…,” she says with a laugh.
When it comes to her dream date, she likes to keep things simple. “I’m a pretty big country girl. I love to get out of the city and do anything outdoorsy. Fishing, hiking, watching the stars, or something else in nature is right up my alley,” she shares.
Every man’s dream girl, right? Not according to Paige. “I’m a lot to handle,” she adds. “Actresses are emotional, and they wear their hearts on their sleeve.”
Of course, Paige’s first love is acting, dating back to her early years in the theatre. To young girls watching The Arrangement and hoping to become actresses, she advises, “Make sure that you start in the theatre. I think it’s important to not get caught up in all of the Hollywood glitz and fluffiness and to really stay true to your roots. Always remember what’s important about the craft.”
Catch Courtney Paige on the season finale of The Arrangement on E! on Sunday, May 7th at 10 p.m. EST. You can follow her on Twitter and Instagram.
It’s hard to believe it’s been two years since Shawn Booth got down on one knee and proposed to The Bachelorette star Kaitlyn Bristowe! As reported by People.com, the reality TV stars recently celebrated their celebrity engagement anniversary with two sweet Instagram posts. Bristowe posted a number of photos of the celebrity couple with the caption, “I like that we don’t feel pressure, I like that we have taken our time, I like that we still don’t have a date set, and I kind of like you.” Similarly, Booth gave a shout-out to his fiancée and wrote, “Thank you for the greatest 2 years, thank you for being you.” Since they first announced their celebrity engagement, the adorable reality TV couple have settled down in Nashville, Tennessee.
We love that this celebrity engagement is still going so well! What are some reasons to postpone wedding planning and just enjoy a long engagement?
Looks like things are getting serious! According to the latest celebrity news on UsMagazine.com, actress Kristen Stewart and Victoria’s Secret model Stella Maxwell are moving in together after five months of dating. They’re sharing the Twilight star’s four-bedroom house in L.A.’s Los Feliz neighborhood. Of course, given their hectic schedules, the celebrity couple may not often be home at the same time. “They’re both so busy with work,” says a source who knows Maxwell, “but try to be together when they can.” Currently, Stewart is filming the 2018 thriller Underwater in New Orleans, where Maxwell recently paid a visit.
This celebrity news has us happy for the next step in this relationship! What are some ways to know you’re ready for the next step in your relationship?
According to UsMagazine.com, Harry Styles recently opened up to Rolling Stone about his romance with Taylor Swift — and he had nothing but nice things to say about his celebrity ex. Addressing the photos of them together in Central Park on their second date, he shares, “When I see photos from that day, I think: Relationships are hard, at any age. And adding in that you don’t really understand exactly how it works when you’re 18, trying to navigate all that stuff didn’t make it easier. He elaborates further by saying, “I mean, you’re a little bit awkward to begin with. You’re on a date with someone you really like. It should be that simple, right? It was a learning experience for sure. But at the heart of it — I just wanted it to be a normal date.” He even appreciates that Swift penned numerous songs about their former celebrity relationship and says, “I like tipping a hat to the time together.”
Harry Styles thinks his romance with celebrity ex Taylor Swift was a learning experience. What are some ways past relationships can help you with future relationships?
Serena Williams shared some exciting news via Snapchat: She’s expecting a celebrity baby with fiancé Alexis Ohanian! As reported by EOnline.com, the sports queen posted a picture of herself in a yellow one-piece bathing suit with the caption, “20 weeks.” The celebrity couple, who announced their engagement in late December, recently vacationed together in Tulum, Mexico — a babymoon, perhaps? Offering another hint about her celebrity pregnancy over the weekend, Williams posted a photo to Instagram and wrote, “Fighting to get up this morning.” It’s no surprise that this celebrity baby has already attended his or her first major sporting events: The tennis star was two months pregnant when she beat her sister at the 2017 Australian Open in January.
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Do we hear celebrity wedding bells? According to the latest celebrity news on EOnline.com, Kate Middleton has been helping sister Pippa Middleton as she plans her dream wedding to fiancé James Matthews. Mark your calendars: The bride-to-be recently announced that her celebrity wedding will take place on May 20th at St. Mark’s Church in Englefield. The royal family, including sister Kate, her husband Prince William, and Prince Harry, will all be in attendance. Of course, the two littlest royals may steal the show: Prince George will serve as page boy, while Princess Charlotte will be a bridesmaid. The famous sisters recently celebrated Pippa’s bachelorette weekend with a celebrity vacation to Meribel, France.
Mark your calendars for this celebrity wedding! What are some ways to help a loved one plan their special day?
The Bachelor star Nick Viall may have moved on to his next reality TV adventure — he’s appearing in season 24 of Dancing with the Stars with pro partner (and new celebrity mom to baby Shai!) Peta Murgatroyd — but that doesn’t mean fans have forgotten about his awkward After the Rose interview with fiancée Vanessa Grimaldi. According to UsMagazine.com, during a recent interview for The Ellen DeGeneres Show, DeGeneres commented, “I didn’t see the After the Rose because I could not commit to four hours of television” and then added, “I heard that some people thought it was awkward, that y’all were awkward together.” Grimaldi jumped in and replied, “I think we both went in it wanting to be honest and open about couples, you know, sometimes things can get tough. But we’re very committed to each other, we love each other, and that’s what we’re focusing on.” The celebrity couple has recently relocated to Los Angeles for Viall’s current gig.
There’s no denying that this celebrity couple came across as awkward in this season of The Bachelor’s After the Final Rose. What are some things to keep in mind when introducing your new love to your friends?
On Thursday, March 23rd, The Real Housewives of New Jersey star Kathy Wakile will be doing an exclusive book signing of her best-selling dessert cookbook Indulge: Delicious Little Desserts That Keep Life Real Sweet. You can meet the reality TV star at Cabo – A Taste of Mexico in Rockville Centre, New York, at 7 p.m. EST.
Dessert Cookbook Signing with Reality TV Star Kathy Wakile
Talk about staying close with your ex! According to UsMagazine.com, former celebrity couple Casper Smart and Jennifer Lopez have reminded friends since their split in 2016. Calling his celebrity ex “phenomenal, phenomenal, phenomenal,” Smart opened a bit more about their friendship. The choreographer is set to appear in the made-for-TV remake of Dirty Dancing later this year and turned to Lopez for some advice. “She would absolutely give me advice when it came to acting, for sure. Coaching on certain auditions and stuff I had coming up or just advice,” he says. “I would do creative direction for her shows and such, and I would bring my ideas and creativity to her world and to her music side and her performance side, and she would definitely help me with the acting side as far as the training facility more.”
We can’t help but be inspired by these celebrity exes and their lasting friendship. What are some benefits to staying close to an ex?
Lucky lady! Selena Gomez and new boyfriend The Weeknd are looking awfully cozy lately. According to EOnline.com, the duo were spotted on a celebrity vacation in his hometown of Toronto during a quick break in his sold-out tour. The pair wasn’t shy about their love and blossoming celebrity relationship: They were spotted strolling hand-in-hand and sneaking in kisses for one another. They also grabbed a bite to eat at the diner inside of the Thompson Hotel and attended a screening of Get Out. In the wake of the Disney’s darling revealing Vogue interview, we love seeing how happy she is with her celebrity relationship!
These singers both seem so happy with their celebrity relationship. What are some ways to show off your love for your partner?
It looks like Mary-Kate Olsen may be adding another job to her resume soon: celebrity mom! According to UsMagazine.com, the fashion designer and husband Olivier Sarkozy are ready for a celebrity baby. A new addition will fit seamlessly into the celebrity couple’s low-key life. After all, Olsen is already a stepmom to Sarkozy’s two teenage children, and she “absolutely loves” them, says an insider.
Mary-Kate Olsen’s home may be a Full House with the addition of a celebrity baby! What are some ways to know you’re ready to welcome a child into your relationship?
Sandra Bullock is living her best life: She’s got a full line-up of movies in the works, including the highly-anticipated Ocean’s 8, two adorable children, and a happy celebrity relationship with Bryan Randall. However, according to the latest celebrity news on EOnline.com, it wasn’t always so easy for the actress, especially following her celebrity divorce. “Life after Jesse Jameswas really tough. She was embarrassed by what he did and in ways blamed herself at the time,” an insider tells E! News. “She now knows she is much better off and everything happens for a reason.” Living a more private life has helped Bullock open up her heart and find love again. Of her celebrity relationship with Randall, the source adds, “They are perfect. He is a great guy and makes Sandra really happy.”
In celebrity news, this actress is thriving after her brutal split. What are some ways to turn your life around after a trying break-up?
Fourth time’s a charm for The Bachelor alum Nick Viall! After two rounds on The Bachelorette and one trip to Bachelor in Paradise, the reality TV star finally found The One on The Bachelor season 21 finale, which aired on Monday, March 13th. According to UsMagazine.com, Viall proposed to Montreal native Vanessa Grimaldi. After breaking up with runner-up Raven Gates, he began his heartfelt proposal. “So much about me being here has to do with the past, but when I look at you, all I see is my future,” he said through tears to a beaming Grimaldi. He then got down on one knee before asking Grimaldi to marry him. This will be the first celebrity engagement for both reality TV stars.
We can’t wait to see if this celebrity engagement lasts. How do you know if you’re ready to pop the question?
Only a week ago, news broke that Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez were a celebrity couple…and now, after a romantic getaway to the Bahamas, they’re turning into the real deal. As reported by EOnline.com, “Jennifer and Alex are heating up big time,” a source shared with E! News exclusively. “They went from zero to 100 really quick.” Over the weekend, photographers captured the celebrity couple at the ultra-exclusive Bakers Bay Golf & Ocean Club in the Abaco Islands. On their celebrity vacation, they were spotted relaxing at a private ocean villa, where the pop star took a photo with her new man for Instagram stories. “Jennifer likes the idea of dating a man closer to her age,” the source added. “Jennifer is really into Alex but still just going with it and learning about him.”
This celebrity couple recently took things to the next level with a romantic getaway. What are three things to consider before vacationing with your partner?
According to the latest celebrity news in UsMagazine.com, former Bachelor Juan Pablo Galavis may be off the market soon! Multiple sources confirm that the reality TV star is ready to propose to his girlfriend, Venezuelan beauty queen Osmariel Villalobos. “She’ll definitely say yes,” the insider reveals. “They spend all their time together, and she gets along amazingly with his 8-year-old daughter, Camila. All of Juan’s family and friends love her. They have talked about marriage, and both know it’s what they want.” The celebrity couple has been dating since last summer and are “perfect” for each other. Despite this happy celebrity news, we can’t ignore Galavis’s shaky relationship history: The ex-soccer star is known for his inability to commit, infamously giving his final rose to Nikki Ferrell on the season 18 finale of The Bachelor but refusing to propose or even say “I love you.”
This celebrity news has us skeptical. What are some ways to know you’re ready to get married?
Back together again?According to UsMagazine.com, The Bachelorette alum Josh Murray opened up about his recent date with celebrity ex Amanda Stanton. “There’s a lot of things that we need to talk about, a lot of things that we need to get off our chest and everything like that, but we’re trying to work on things in more of a private manner this time, especially taking into consideration Kins and Char, the girls,” the reality TV star revealed during a radio show interview. “So we don’t want to rush anything or say anything that’s not going to happen. But we are talking a little bit right now, and we are going to see what happens.” The celebrity couple got engaged during Bachelor in Paradise last summer but confirmed their break-up this past December. As they work to figure out their celebrity relationship, they’re both currently in Murray’s hometown of Atlanta.
This celebrity couple has gone through some hard times lately. What are some ways to grow from hard times with your partner?
