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This post is sponsored by Datevitation.
By Whitney Baker
Whether you’ve been dating your man for a few weeks or a few years, planning a spontaneous and unique date is never easy. Not only do you have to think of something that you’ve never done before, but you have to find an activity that you’ll both (hopefully) enjoy. And with holidays like Valentine’s Day come an added pressure to please your partner.
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This post is sponsored by Elizabeth Arden.
By Whitney Baker
They say that scent is one of the primary forms of attraction. Lucky for you, in today’s perfume world, there are so many fragrances to choose from that you’re sure to find one that pleases your partner’s senses. For those of you who have yet to discover a scent that screams (or smells like) “you,” Valentine’s Day is a wonderful time to continue your search. Two fragrances that you must try are Britney Spears’s fantasy twist and Juicy Couture’s Couture La La.
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This post is sponsored by Pure Romance.
By Whitney Baker
If you’re trying to plan the perfect Valentine’s Day date for you and your man, you may be feeling a bit stressed as the holiday quickly approaches. Trying to keep the night low-key but romantic and special, you’ve decided to cook a gourmet meal – paired with a nice bottle of wine, of course — before the two of you enjoy a candle-lit dinner and some alone time at home. Perhaps you want to give your partner a sensual massage as a calorie-free dessert. Wanting to look your best, you’ve also bought a new dress and some sexy heels. But what else can you do to let your love know how much you care?
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By Whitney Baker
While it’s tempting to think that celebrity couples never experience the ups-and-downs of real life, that’s not always the case. Like everyone else, they must survive personal heartbreak, career letdowns and various forms of rejection – and they must do it all in the public eye. Of course, being a Tinseltown twosome means that they have money and means to overcome their stressful lives, perhaps by doing one of the activities below.
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By Whitney Baker
Having been a longtime fan of The Bachelor, rising star Sarah Darling loves when her fellow country music artists make special appearances on the show. As many of you saw last night, Darling was that lucky singer on Monday’s episode, performing a surprise concert in Whitefish, Montana, on Sean Lowe’s one-on-one date with Lindsay Yenter.
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By Whitney Baker
When it comes to finding the love of your life, it’s important to know what you want. Even so, having a checklist that you refuse to deviate from means you could miss out on meeting Mr. Right. And if you’re already in a relationship, you may be looking past the good stuff about your man because you’re too hung up on the not-so-right things that you wish you could change. Below are a few reasons why being too picky is ruining your relationship. Pay attention and think about what you need to do before you sabotage your chance for love.
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This post is sponsored by Wine Bottles.
There isn’t much time left before Valentine’s Day, and if you’re anything like the staff here at CupidsPulse.com, we are always looking for unique ideas to celebrate the holiday. Recently, we stumbled upon a very cool way to have a memorable night with your significant other or best girlfriends. It’s called Wine Battles, and we have a feeling it’s going to be a hit once more people hear about it.
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By Whitney Baker
Learning your sweetheart’s favorite foods is something that takes a lot of trial and error – and it may even involve throwing your hard work in the trash. However, celebrity chef and acclaimed astrologist Sabra Ricci knows a secret: if you pay attention to your partner’s astrology sign, you’ll have a better chance of pleasing his or her picky palate. Her newest book, Sexy Star Sign Cooking, which was released on January 8, 2013, is the perfect guide if you’re hoping to impress your girlfriend or boyfriend and make your next date night unforgettable. As Jenny McCarthy said of the book, “Sabra Ricci’s passion for cooking for Hollywood stars and her lifelong fascination with astrology come together.”
Ricci took some time out of her busy schedule to share why astrology and cooking go hand in hand as well as her tips for cooking a romantic meal. …Want to know more? Click here!
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Dating as a single mom is never easy, especially if you’re trying to balance a busy career with raising your children. Even for celebrities, who have luxuries that not all single moms can afford, it’s still a tricky thing to manage. The famous faces below have figured out a few ways to find love while still playing the most important role of their lives:
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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 Whitney Baker
You may have heard the saying, “The couple that exercises together, stays together.” But is it really true? We turned to celebrity trainer, nutritionist and NutriFit co-founder Jackie Keller to find out how to exercise with your honey, what’s it’s really like to work with the stars and how to avoid that dreaded holiday weight gain. …On the edge of your seat? Don’t miss the rest!
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By Whitney Baker
As a former Buddhist monk, Andy Puddicombe knows a thing or two about meditation. Considered to be the United Kingdom’s foremost expert on mindfulness, he founded the Headspace organization in an attempt to demystify the practice of meditation. To further this goal, Puddicombe wrote Get Some Headspace: How Mindfulness Can Change Your Life in 10 Minutes a Day; he was inspired by his “desire to make meditation accessible, practical and relevant to modern-day living.” CupidsPulse.com had a chance to interview Puddicombe about the importance of meditation and how finding balance can lead to greater happiness and improved relationships. …Don’t miss the rest! Click here to continue.
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This post is sponsored by Elizabeth Arden.
By Whitney Baker
While the season of gift giving is upon us, it is also the season of stress and crowded malls and last minute shopping. With the endless options of presents, how do you ever decide what to get your sister, best friend and co-worker? One idea — something that is unique and smells good to boot — is purchasing a new perfume. With that thought in mind, we decided to round up the best celebrity fragrances of 2012 — and hopefully help you out with some of your holiday shopping. Plus, two lucky CupidsPulse.com readers will win a bottle of Wonderstruck by Taylor Swift!
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By Whitney Baker
You may recognize relationship expert Kailen Rosenberg as “the love guru,” “the love whisperer” or, as Oprah Winfrey recently named her, the official “ambassador of love.” With her starring role on Lovetown, USA from the Oprah Winfrey Network/BBC Worldwide, she put her education and experience to the test: Oprah asked Rosenberg and Paul Carrick Brunson to transform Kingsland, Georgia, into a town filled with grace, kindness and open hearts. Of how she helped the community with her dating advice, she says, “What I look for isn’t necessarily what is working, but what is not. I seek out what is broken, the areas that sabotage relationships and love, and help each person to work through their pain and heal, so that they can experience the love and the partner they truly deserve.” …Can’t wait for the rest? Click here for more.
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You may recognize Ashlan Gorse as a correspondent and fill-in anchor on E! News or the new face of Murad Skincare, but lately, she’s jumping into a different role: fiancé. Last month, her boyfriend of two years, Philippe Cousteau Jr., proposed on top of the George V Hotel in Paris.
…Click here to find out what Ashlan told us in our exclusive interview!
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This post is sponsored by Booty Parlor.
Your weekly date night with your man is here again, and it’s your turn to plan something. To keep your relationship from getting stale, you decide to spice things up — after all, you can only go on so many dinner and movie dates. But where do you even begin? How can you surprise your honey without blowing your budget?
Look no further than Booty Parlor, America’s premier sexy lifestyle brand. Built on the premise that confidence is the sexiest thing a woman can have, this company sells award-winning products such as pheromone-laced perfume, aphrodisiac lip-glosses and kissable body toppings. Ultimately, Booty Parlor wants every woman to feel sexy and satisfied.
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This post is sponsored by Comfort Zone® products.
By Whitney Baker
You’re ready to have your new man over to your place for the first time, but there’s one big (and furry) problem: your sweet but very-protective St. Bernard doesn’t warm up to strangers easily. Rather than take out his uncomfortable and uncertain feelings on your guests, he usually chews up a few pairs of shoes and barks until the neighbors call to complain. You understand that pets can get stressed when their environment changes — and an unfamiliar person in their territory is certainly a big difference.
Lucky for you, Comfort Zone® products help reduce stress-related behavior in dogs and cats by mimicking their natural pheromones and allowing them to feel calm and comfortable. The products are 95% effective at reducing scratching and urine marking for cats, and also help reduce excessive barking and chewing in dogs.
Comfort Zone® with D.A.P.® (Dog Appeasing Pheromone) products for dogs helps control excessive barking, destructive digging, chewing and house soiling — leaving you with plenty of time to entertain your boyfriend on his first (and hopefully not last) visit. Plus, Comfort Zone® products will help your four-legged friend make a better impression on your partner.
In addition to helping your dog or cat feel comfortable with your new man, Comfort Zone® products can help manage stress-related behavior in your pet caused by thunderstorms and loud noises such as fireworks as well as transitions such as moving into a new home, being left alone more frequently or traveling.
Comfort Zone® products are available at pet specialty stores including PetSmart and PetCo, independent pet stores and online. You can learn more about Comfort Zone® products at www.petcomfortzone.com or on their Facebook page.
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This post is sponsored by Posh Life Bling.
You’ve been trying to catch the eye of your cute co-worker for weeks. You know the two of you would hit it off, but you can’t seem to get his attention. One day during lunch at a nearby park, as you’re playing on your cell phone to give yourself a much-deserved break from your stressful day, he suddenly starts walking your way! You wonder what finally grabbed his attention…and then you notice the light reflecting off of your phone case from Posh Life Bling.
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By Whitney Baker
Fans of reality television will recognize world-renowned chef and restaurateur Wolfgang Puck. Not only was he responsible for the food served at the infamous wedding of Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries (filmed for ‘Keeping Up with the Kardashians’), but he has also appeared as a guest judge on previous seasons of ‘Top Chef: Las Vegas’ and ‘Top Chef: New York.’ And now, Puck is excited to join the tenth season of the cooking-competition series in Seattle as a permanent judge alongside Tom Colicchio, Gail Simmons Hugh Acheson and longtime friend Emeril Lagasse with Padma Lakshmi returning as host.
This season of ‘Top Chef: Seattle,’ which premieres on Wednesday, November 7th at 10 p.m. EST on Bravo, focuses on the contestants going back to the basics, something that Puck considers incredibly important when cooking. “I really believe that cooking to learn the foundation is the most important part,” he shares. …On the edge of your seat? Click here to continue.
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By Whitney Baker
When it comes to your boyfriend and his ex, be sure not to let your own insecurity and jealously make you crazy with worry. If you trust your boyfriend, you should trust him until he gives you reason not to — and texting his ex may have a perfectly acceptable explanation. Did they remain close after they broke up and before you came into his life? Do they share the same group of friends and often hang out in groups? Does he always tell you where they’re going and what they’re doing — and even invite you too? If so, you may need to accept her role in his life and not let it ruin your own relationship with him.
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By Whitney Baker
“Going Dutch” is becoming more and more popular, not only with your closest friends but also with your partner. While it’s still typical for your man to pay for your date-night bill, it’s equally common for couples to split the bill. Of course, for a special occasion, such as your partner’s birthday or an announcement of a job promotion, it’s nice to cover the entire bill as a surprise to your significant other. But other times, you may want to go halfsies to show them that you can still pull your own weight. Still, there are both pros and cons for splitting the bill on a date.
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By Whitney Baker
Francine Brokaw’s writing career, which spans over two decades, has taken a few twists and turns: she’s focused on everything from politics and travel to celebrity interviews and entertainment news. Her new book, Beyond the Red Carpet: The World of Entertainment Journalists, out today, looks at the ever intriguing world of the rich and famous. Lucky for us, she shares never-before-told stories and behind-the-scenes secrets about Hollywood’s hottest residents. Having interviewed celebrities like Johnny Depp, George Clooney and Tom Hanks, Brokaw knows what it takes to get these folks talking about life on and off the red carpet.
We chatted with the author about her experiences in the entertainment industry, specifically those celebrity interviews about lasting love and messy break-ups, and her advice for up-and-coming journalists. …Don’t miss the rest! Click here for more.
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By Whitney Baker
Labor Day weekend is often filled with beach and barbeque, giving people an opportunity for an extra day off before the summer ends. Some celebrity couples like to keep things simple as they spend time together with the sand and the sun, while others add a little glitz and glam to the usual date plans.
In anticipation of the upcoming holiday weekend, let’s look back at how the hottest duos in Hollywood celebrated Labor Day last year:
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By Whitney Baker
Matchmaker and reality star Amy Laurent didn’t realize how much she needed her own help until she began filming Bravo’s ‘Miss Advised.’ As viewers saw throughout the first season, she quickly learned how hard it was to be open to love and how scary it was to feel vulnerable. That was the catalyst she needed to write her book, which she began working on two-thirds through filming. 8 Weeks to Everlasting: A Step-by-Step Guide to Getting (and Keeping!) the Guy You Want isn’t about getting the ring or getting to the altar; it’s about building a strong foundation for a lasting relationship with your perfect person. “This book offers simple guidelines that every women needs to follow when they first meet someone they like,” Laurent explains. “It’s about how to change your approach to dating so you don’t lose yourself in it.” No one knows the importance of these parameters better than the author. We had a chance to chat with her about what rules to follow, what lies men tell and what she’s learned in her search for love. …Don’t miss the rest! Click here for more.
