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.
We all know that senior dating can be challenging, especially around the holiday season. Are you a bit older and single? Have you wondered what it would be like to date again? Along with the cold temperatures, Christmas carols and cards in the mail come concerns about senior dating and how it works (or doesn’t […]
Dating after divorce. It’s one of those situations no one wants to find themselves, but unfortunately, it’s a reality for many. Relationships can be full of amazing highs and joys, but they can also reach extreme lows. For some, the lows are too extreme to repair. A failed relationship can be devastating. It’s only natural […]
When I started college, I had a big goal for myself: I wasn’t going to be an introvert anymore. I swore that I would become more outgoing, have engaging conversations in and out of the classroom, and meet someone special. My vision for my social life was drastically different than the reality, though. Despite my […]
No matter how well you get along with your new partner, you will inevitably run into some conflict. Your first disagreement may be over something small or a miscommunication. Or maybe you’ll discover that you don’t agree with each other about something that you’re both passionate about. Regardless of what the disagreement is about, conflict […]
We live in a day and age where social media has taken the place of snail mail. Phone calls have replaced in person conversations over coffee. Kindles and electronic devices have replaced old fashioned reading. Online dating is growing more than ever. But when it comes to working on relationships, we need to build in […]
When I was growing up, my parish priest used to comment frequently on the phrase “Ordinary Time.” He reminded us that the liturgical season was actually not very ordinary at all. The season of Ordinary Time doesn’t have the flair and pomp of more celebratory liturgical seasons. It’s also missing the noticeable solemnness of the […]
In the Catholic faith, we are instructed that sexual activity should be kept within the bonds of matrimony. However, many people within our faith have slipped and made mistakes, or they’re divorced singles with a sexual past. If you’re thinking about dating someone with a sexual past, consider a few aspects that could impact your relationship. A […]
Finding local singles in your area has never been more complicated. Everyone has different interests, schedules, and availability. But complicated doesn’t mean impossible. It’s still more than possible to meet local singles in your community if you put in a bit of effort. If you’re hoping to meet local single people like you, try out […]
If you’re in a new relationship this Valentine’s day, you may be searching for dating advice. All of those pink hearts and flower bouquets could have you sweating bullets. Do you go all out and plan an evening straight out of a romantic movie? Should you buy a gift? Or do you ignore the fact […]
Unless you’re one of those lucky people living in year-round warm sunshine, you’re probably dealing with some winter chilly, snowy (or, you know, blizzard like) conditions about now. You may be someone (like me) who would rather curl up by the fire with a warm cup of something than think about venturing into the elements […]
