BrockHallahan@jourrapide.com Being single in 2025 means that, despite your vision of rom-com meet-cutes IRL, you’ve most likely dipped your toe into the world of online dating. And even with just a single dip, you know there is quite literally no torture like trying to put together a dating profile. It feels like, through a handful of photos and … Read more
Have you ever thought about how good you are at dating? Dating can be an exciting time in life. Most of us think that if it’s the right person, dating will be easy, but that’s not necessarily the case. It’s possible to be a great catch, but really bad at dating. Dating well involves many … Read more
Going through the world of attraction can be both thrilling and challenging. It’s a realm where preferences and perceptions intertwine, shaping our connections in profound ways. In this exploration, we embark on a journey of empathy and insight, seeking to understand the biggest turn-offs for men. These aren’t judgments but rather signposts on the road to connection. … Read more
Forget the old cliché that women are the emotional ones. Turns out, it’s actually men who tend to fall in love faster—and often, earlier—than women. According to a new study from the Australian National University, men tend to fall in love earlier than women, by about a month on average. But, it might not be all … Read more
If you’re wondering, ‘is she the one?’ here are ten signs she might be: She brings out the best in you Have you noticed that your life has changed for the better since she has entered it, and not just because of her presence? You’re more goal-oriented now, or more motivated to improve your own … Read more
If real life was a rom-com, your relationship would go something like this: The ultimate meet-cute would have you locking eyes and knowing in your soul that they’re The One from the first “hello.” Cut to a montage of baking together (with spilled flour all over the kitchen, obviously), sunset strolls holding hands, and maybe a tandem … Read more
Do you ever feel like your relationship might not be going anywhere? Do you find yourself asking: Am I wasting my time with him? Are you doing all the giving, without getting much in return? While it’s normal to have occasional moments like this in your relationship, it’s important to know if it’s time to … Read more
In my mid-20s, just before the pandemic began, I found myself living alone and single for the first time in nearly six years. Before the breakup, my ex had been my best friend, my biggest supporter and confidant, and the person I could rely on most. He was someone I thought I would marry and … Read more
Although asking for a date directly can have a good chance of success, it can also be awkward and difficult. Therefore, some people prefer to take a more “indirect” approach to ask out a love interest (especially those who are shy or have some social anxiety). A less direct approach takes some of the risk and … Read more
Ding! Your phone goes off. It’s a message from that person you’ve been talking to on a dating app. They want to know if you want to get dinner sometime this week. You hesitate. You’ve been talking with this person for about a week, and they seem nice, but are you ready to meet up? … Read more