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Dating

The Singles Scene Column ©

Real Talk: Your Love Life

By Kelly Leary, M.S. & Miranda Capparelli (The Award-Winning Matchmakers)

“To truly change the It Makes Perfect Sense them personally. We act as cheerleaders, and sometimes
way we approach love, we When you’re in a relationship, you have someone we hold up a mirror when we see our clients standing in
have to go to the source to share life’s joys with, and someone to lean on during their own way. Tough love leads to success, and we’re
of everything we do: our the tough times. You have a partner to help you plan fortunate that most of our clients listen to us.
minds.” — Todd Perelmuter your future, and a person who becomes your rock, your
Romance has arrived sounding board, and your biggest cheerleader. Two beats Taking Control Leads to Growth
and you have front row one, any day of the week. Not only does this connection Taking responsibility for your love life is a mindset
seats. Cupid’s arrow is improve your emotional health, but it’s also essential for that opens the door to personal growth and increases your
aimed, and couples are your physical well-being. A supportive relationship gives chances of finding your grand finale relationship. Dating
falling in love all over town, you something to look forward to every day, and that’s isn’t for the faint of heart—it’s a combat sport. You will
thanks to us. February is crucial for mental and physical wellness. take a few hits along the way, but you must keep going if
all about LOVE. Whether you want to score the touchdown.
you’re actively looking for Taking Responsibility for Your Love Life
it or quietly wishing for it, LOVE is on everyone’s mind Deep down, no one wants to be single forever. Yet, Know Your League
this month. You can run, but you can’t hide from the magic many will be alone this February—and possibly longer— It’s crucial to understand what “league” you should
of Valentine’s Day. So, how is your love life? (Take a because they’re not owning their love life. They’re too be dating in. You can’t be a third-string player on a community
moment to think about it). Do you need a little extra help comfy in their comfort zones, waiting for something to football team and expect to date the head cheerleader of an
from our sweet, professional cupids this month? Well, happen instead of making it happen. Some people blame NFL team. If you have incredibly high standards, make sure
good news—we’re right here in your local area, ready to others (or even an ex) for their single status, but here’s the your attributes match what you’re looking for in a partner. Ask
help! As always, don’t forget to share this valuable info truth: you are responsible for your relationship status. a brutally honest friend or, better yet, ask your matchmaker.
with your single family and friends—especially during We’ll give you the truth (while your friends might sugarcoat
this inspiring month. They might just be more motivated Facing the Truth it). Most of our clients appreciate this transparency.
to take action than they think. In the world of dating, it’s easy to get stuck in
patterns of blaming external factors rather than reflecting Optimism and Open-mindedness
The Power of a Two-Some on our own actions, dating style, or mindset. Taking Remember, there is a pot for every lid. Don’t let
Countless studies have shown that we’re at ownership of your love life requires self-awareness, self- low self-esteem hold you back from believing in love. If you
our best when we’re in a healthy relationship. It’s not improvement, and a willingness to face the discomfort of find yourself thinking, “No one will ever love me,” STOP.
money, fame, or beauty that brings true happiness—it’s stepping outside of your comfort zone. You are lovable, and you deserve the best partner in the world.
togetherness. We ask people of all ages—from 20 to Fear of rejection, getting hurt, or losing freedom often Start telling yourself: “I am lovable, and love is on its way.”
80-plus—what their happiest moments have been, and holds people back, but this is precisely what keeps them Stay optimistic, and get off that negative train—it’s headed
the overwhelming answer is always the same: “The best from finding happiness. Online dating is a risky platform, nowhere. Is that really where you want to go?
time of my life was when I was in a loving, committed and we get that. This is why we’re here! Unlike online
relationship.” dating, we vet every single candidate and connect with Dating on page 6

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