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Dating tips, trends, stories, and more from Seeking.com.

How to Set Boundaries with Your Seeking Connection

So, you’ve made a connection with someone on Seeking. Congratulations! You’ve had a pre-date video chat and picked an outfit that’s giving you some serious She’s All That vibes. But there’s still one more thing you can do to protect yourself, not just physically, but mentally and emotionally as well.  Set boundaries! Sometimes we get so caught up in the butterflies of a new connection that we don’t stop to think about setting boundaries. Boundaries are a simple way to communicate expectations right away. They help you discover, articulate, and maintain your needs. In addition, they help protect your space …

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How to Succeed on Seeking: 6 Tips from Real Members

Attractive Seeking Members Discussing How to Succeed on Seeking

People might think luck has a lot to do with it, but we think meeting the right match on Seeking.com is more about being intentional, persistent, and selective. But just to be sure, we asked some of our most successful Attractive Members to share their secrets with other Attractives. Here’s what they said about how to succeed on Seeking: 1) Know what you want out of Seeking and make it clear on your profile. There are hundreds of different reasons why Attractive and Successful people sign up to be part of one of the biggest, most effective dating websites on …

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Free ID Verification: Get ID Verified & Do Your Part to Prevent Fraud

Free ID Verification Campaign

With the rise of scams across the Internet and online dating platforms, Seeking is proud to set the standards for online safety. As we advocate for our members’ privacy and empower you to find honest connections, we continue to offer the most innovative technologies to enhance your security.  In honor of International Fraud Awareness Week, Seeking is launching our “Seeking Security – Protect Your Identity” campaign, offering members free access to ID verification on the site. Starting November 14th and running until November 19th, Seeking will join hundreds of international organizations in an effort to shed light on fraud prevention. …

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6 Luxurious Halloween Date Ideas — If You Dare

Seeking Couple on Luxurious Halloween Date

There’s something about fall that has couples, pardon the pun, falling even more for each other. Maybe it’s the chill in the air that makes us want to cuddle up next to a warm body, the amber trees shedding their leaves, or the sun setting early to make way for a romantic evening together. Or maybe because it’s the time of year dedicated to spine-tingling terror. It’s Halloween, witches! You may not think there’s a connection between feelings of romance and full-on fright, but there’s a reason our hearts may pound a little more beyond the houses of haunts on every …

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First Date Safety Preparation – Our Top 11 Tips

Seeking Woman Practicing First Date Safety

By now, most of us know what to do before a date. Get your hair and nails done, slip into your fave Louboutins, and last but definitely not least – make sure you’re dressed to impress! But do most of us know what to do before a first date when it comes to safety? But there are some other tips you should know, too. Before a first date, people often tell you to stay safe. However, they usually don’t tell you exactly how you can actually practice first-date safety. Luckily, that’s what we’re here for! Read on for our top …

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Upgrade Your Dating Life – 3 Ways to Start Dating Up™

We’ve all had ho-hum dating experiences, right? Ladies, remember the guy who wanted to “just meet for coffee” and then had the nerve to ask if you’d split the bill? Or the time you put on your sexiest little black dress and Louboutins – only to have him show up in board shorts and flip-flops? It might be time to Upgrade Your™ dating life. When we date up, we boost our expectations of how our dating life—and life in general—looks. Once we set high standards for ourselves and our relationships, we always come out pleasantly surprised with the results.  Seeking.com …

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Dating Someone Just Like You – 15 Pros and Cons

Seeking Member Evaluating her Dating Preferences.

They say opposites attract for a reason. If you’re naturally on the quieter side, sometimes it’s fun to date the life of the party. However, lots of power couples get along so well because their interests align. There’s no “right way” to do things – but which one is right for you?  Reasons to Date Someone Just Like You Let’s face it – dating someone just like you sounds a whole lot less complicated. You don’t have to worry if they hate the caviar you bought, or if they feel uncomfortable at the art gallery opening because you know it’s …

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Dating Tips for Busy Men – Balancing Work and Private Life

Busy Man on Exotic Date

Between work, more work, and, maybe even a round of golf with your buddies, your time is at a premium. And if you’re single, finding any time at all to devote to dating can seem impossible. But busy people do manage to have personal lives – it just takes knowing how to manage time, priorities, and expectations. Having a packed calendar doesn’t mean sacrificing a social life. Here are some dating tips for busy men on how to balance dating with your hectic work schedule. Realize what you’re looking for Before you bust out your calendar and start trying to …

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Tasty Travel Destinations – Spice Up Your Summer

Seeking Couple at a Tasty Travel Destination

All roads lead to Rome, as the saying goes. But this year, we’re sending you all over the globe to the world’s best tasty travel destinations for couples! Because when you work hard, you deserve to treat yourself and your partner to one of the most trendy vacation spots on our curated list. And if you’re a couple of foodies, you’re in for a treat because these are the yummiest cities for your summer adventures. Whether you’re a pair of city-travelers or prefer a more picturesque setting, you and your partner will savor the world in style in these destinations. …

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Dating Abroad – 5 Brilliant Ideas for Unforgettable Dates

Seeking Couple Dating Abroad

Few experiences are as exciting as traveling to a new country with a captivating new companion. What’s more, we have some suggestions for making any trip together truly extraordinary. Dating abroad might take some advance planning, however, so before you pack your passports and press play on any foreign language apps, consider the following: Check out the calendar Certain cities are known for over-the-top annual events, like the Venice Biennale, Monaco Grand Prix, and Cannes Film Festival. Score serious points with your date by scheduling your trip to coincide with these bucket list festivities. Then, take things up a notch …

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