Editor’s Note: This is an update to our previously popular blog post with tips on great conversation starters that you can use on a first date, second date, or to help introduce yourself to anyone new. It’s not always easy to get to know new people. Even if you are on the extroverted end of the […]
Category: Online Dating Tips
When it comes to online dating, how you approach your online dating profile, the online dating app, and other members can have a significant impact on whether you find yourself in a long-term relationship or you find yourself getting no responses.
We’ve been working with Catholics since 1997 and have seen what works and what doesn’t work. The online dating tips are designed to help you make the most of your experience at Catholic singles (or on any dating app).
Four Tips to Help You Read the Social Cues in Emails, Texts, and Private Messages
My husband and I dated long-distance for over three years while I was away at school out of state. And even after having established the groundwork of our relationship while we were in the same physical area, it was still a challenge for us to have good communication at times when we had to rely […]
Not Your Grandma’s Dating Website: How to Find Lasting Love in the Modern World
Dating in today’s world is way different than it was just 100 years ago. There are the obvious differences, such as online dating apps, online dating (like CatholicSingles), and speed dating lunch gatherings. So while the how of how we meet others has changed, this isn’t the only thing that’s changed: how we think about dating, its very […]
Catholic Online Dating Tips: How to Support the Newly Converted
Joy, anxiety, curiosity, confusion. Joining the Church comes with a mix of emotions that can be just as overwhelming as it is exciting. Converts need an ally to help guide them through this process. While the catholic online world can provide a lot of support for the newly converted, nothing replaces having a significant other. […]
Online Dating Tips: How to Dress for Your First In-Person Date
A simple Google search will net you an endless list of online dating tips, but we know what really keeps you up at night. “How can I nail the first date?” While there’s no secret formula that will guarantee a great first experience with your new match, we definitely have the know-how to get you […]
Busting 10 Common Sexual Harassment Myths
Cosby, Kavanaugh, and our own Commander in Chief. These men are just a few of the hundreds of people facing allegations of sexual harassment. But in order to stand by the victims of sexual assault, we have to debunk the myths that allow abusers to walk free again and again. The #MeToo movement has brought […]
How to Triple Your Response Rate to Your Messages
There might be nothing more frustrating on a dating site than sending out a bunch of messages only to be met with a response that looks like this: You joined Catholic Singles to talk to people…not to talk to an empty void. So how can you increase your response rate? Here’s a few tips that can […]
8 Online Dating Mistakes You May Not Know You’re Making
Are you frustrated with online dating? Maybe you’ve heard success stories of couples meeting online, but you’re wondering if online dating is even a good fit for you. If your online dating profile is more of a source of stress and frustration than it is a point of connection to meet other Catholic singles, don’t […]
How to Choose the Perfect Profile Photo
There are a variety reasons you might not have uploaded a profile photo to your Catholic Singles account yet. Maybe you’re afraid that people won’t think you’re attractive enough. It could be that you just don’t like any of your profile picture options. While these profile picture fears are real, don’t let them stop you. […]
Why Catholics Should Avoid the Enneagram
The Enneagram is gaining popularity. It seems like everyone from celebrities to Instagram influencers are chatting about their whether they’re fours or fives, and how their Enneagram impacts their personal growth. But before you take the test and find out your Enneagram type, let’s take a quick look at the origins of this personality assessment […]