Dating Advice
The world is full of dating advice – much of which is toxic and damaging to relationships. We approach dating advice from the perspective of Catholic teachings as they relate to the persons and the role that dating and romantic relationships play in our lives as Christians.
In this section, we’ll explore dating advice for first time dates as well as advice for those who are going on their 20th date. More importantly, we’ll look at why relationships sometimes fail and what it takes to make the work.
The world is full of dating advice – much of which is toxic and damaging to relationships. We approach dating advice from the perspective of Catholic teachings as they relate to the persons and the role that dating and romantic relationships play in our lives as Christians. In this section, we’ll explore dating advice for first time dates as well as advice for those who are going on their 20th date. More importantly, we’ll look at why relationships sometimes fail and what it takes to make the work.
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6 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Date Someone You’re Not Attracted To
Jul 07 2020By Cassi VillanuevaYou’ve met someone and they check all the boxes. They’re smart, funny, and strong in their faith. In the Catholic dating world, this kind of match is a dream! But there’s just one problem. You’re not attracted to them. Of all the th...
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How to Talk About Your Past with Someone You’re Dating
Jul 04 2020By Patty BreenI’ve been married before. After my annulment came through and I started dating again, I was nervous about how to approach this topic of my past relationship. Past experiences of being probed and asked too many questions in the early stages of g...
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You Need a Summer Dating Strategy
Jul 02 2020By Adrienne ThorneIt’s pretty easy to get into a rut in our dating lives. A lot of us might use the same apps, websites, and in-person strategies all year round. If this is you, you might be missing a great opportunity to increase your chances of success. According ...
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5 Things to Keep in Mind If You’re a Catholic Dating After Divorce
Jun 30 2020By Patty BreenI’ve made plenty of mistakes in my life so far, many of which came from the season when I was previously married. Looking back on that chapter in my life, I can see clearly my mistakes and the red flags I missed. After my annulment went through...
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5 Things Catholic Women Should Look for in a Man
Jun 27 2020By Adrienne ThorneNot everyone would agree on what sorts of qualities women should look for in a man, to have the best possibility of a successful relationship. When it comes to Catholic dating, the answer to this question might be a little different than it would be ...
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First Time on a Dating App? Make Sure You Do These 5 Things
Jun 26 2020By Patty BreenCatholic dating can be anything from weird and frustrating to exciting and surprising. Until the last time I tried online dating, I had never used dating apps before. I had really only tried online dating websites. But during this most recent online ...
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Take Your Virtual Dates to the Next Level
Jun 19 2020By Patty BreenLove and online dating in the times of COVID-19 and social distancing is interesting to say the least. With people home a lot more right now, this has proven some tricky situations when it comes to going on a virtual date. One of my closest girlfrien...
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How to Have a Great First Digital Date
Jun 13 2020By Chloe LangrYou met someone thanks to online dating and you’re ready for your first date with them. That’s exciting, but you’re also going on a first date in the middle of a world pandemic, which could put a damper on things. Thanks to modern t...
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How to Begin a Long-Distance Relationship
Jun 12 2020By Adrienne ThorneIn the world of Catholic online dating, sometimes it can seem like that right person who is everything you’re looking for will never come along. You have things you’re looking for on the level of simple attraction, and you’re also looki...
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How to Prepare for Summer
Jun 07 2020By Theresa Zoe WilliamsMany of our schedules change when the summer months roll around. With summer weddings, vacations, and holidays, you may be traveling more this time of year, too. Catholic dating can become complicated with all of the changes that summer brings, but i...