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.
I don’t know about you, but there is something fun and exciting about the start of a new year. Perhaps it is the party hats or fun of throwing a party with friends, but I have long loved the celebration that goes with closing one year only to begin a new one. Sometimes it seems […]
Are you single, Catholic, and frustrated with your online dating experience? So many of us know exactly what that feels like. It seems like no one answers messages, and our list of potential matches looks a little stagnant. That can be frustrating! That’s okay. We all go through periods of frustration while discerning where the […]
History often repeats itself. Knowing this, it is important to look to the wisdom of the saints and see how they handled things. It is eye opening to see how much they suffered, and more importantly, how they suffered. With great love and perseverance it is evident that they never gave up hope. That hope […]
We’ve all heard that Saint Anne and Saint Raphael are the perfect intercessors as saints for love and relationships. Or, maybe you like to entrust your love life to tried and true romantic intercessors like Saint Valentine and Saint Thérèse of Lisieux. But they’re not the only ones who can help us down the path […]
“Vulnerability” is one of those popular buzzwords floating around. But what does that word really mean and what does it have to do with your online dating experience as a single Catholic man or woman? Dr. Brene Brown, an American research professor, defines vulnerability as “uncertainty, risk, and emotional exposure.” Vulnerability is that unstable feeling […]
Once happily married, my sister’s marriage met an unfortunate end. Her husband left unexpectedly and she was alone. A faithful and avid Christian, she used her sorrow to power her through a time of self reflection and empowerment. Counseling, self-help books, and prayer helped her. She worked hard to come out on the other side […]
Reading books is a good practice. It keeps your brain in shape, it can be relaxing, and it certainly has the potential to enrich your life. But these days, reading an actual book is a lot less popular than it used to be, which isn’t surprising when we consider the endless social media and variety […]
Do you ever find yourself getting excited about a date night, only to worry about what you’ll talk about? If so, you’re not alone. Dating can be perplexing because while its literal purpose is to get to know someone, that can be a scary thing to do. What if you want to ask deep questions, […]
So, you’ve met someone on an online dating app and you’re hitting it off. Conversation is natural, you’re attracted to him or her, and you want to get to know them better. It’s time to initiate that first date. But in a world of hanging out and hooking up, you may be wondering how exactly […]
Lent is a time of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. The church asks all Catholics to enter into Lent to deepen spiritual bonds and grow in love of Christ. Most of us (even married couples!) focus on Lenten penances and practices individually, so why a whole post on Lent as a single Catholic man or woman? […]
