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What Every Man Should Know About Flowers and How to Exploit it for Personal Gain

Jesse Stern — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 03:22:54 +0000

People like to joke how complicated women are, yet the right flowers at the right time can melt even the most intricate woman. We'll show you how, what to look for, and where to get a bouquet for less than what you blow on lunch.

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Gentleman’s Goal: Take a Woman on a Picnic Within the Next Two Weeks

Patrick Wittwer — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 05:19:51 +0000

It has been said that variety is the spice of life. Keeping things fresh and exciting is a challenge, and sometimes coming up with the right idea for a special day with your lady is no picnic. Unless, of course, you take her on a picnic, which you should totally do. We challenge you to finally take that girl on a much-deserved, overdue picnic within two weeks. Will you accept?

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Lady Gorgoroth: Tales of Extreme Experimentation in Music and Dating

Ethan Fixell — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 03:23:47 +0000

What do the differences between someone loving poppy Lady Gaga and someone else loving black metal Gorgorth have to do with your dating life? Surprisingly, more than you'd think.

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You’re Never Going to Meet Your Future Spouse in a Bar

Megan McLachlan — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 04:14:52 +0000

It can seem like there is only one socially acceptable place to meet people: bars. The thing is alcohol, loud music, and crowds don't encourage serious relationships. Stop putting all your luck in the local watering hole and you might finally meet that certain someone.

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Soapbox Therapy: The Friend Zone

Brooke Miller — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 12:34:55 +0000

There is a dimension which is known all to well by men. A dimension as quietly emotional as it is painful. In the middle ground between the love of your life and the realities of your relationship with them lies the pit of all man's fear. An area all men know as…The Friend Zone. (Cue the theme song.)

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Five Lessons Learned From the Worst Ambush Date of My Life

Ethan Fixell — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 05:31:55 +0000

Some of the best lessons men can learn are from hearing the horrible tragedies brave souls have had to endure before us. Heed these warnings from resident dating expert Ethan Fixell so you never get trapped in a dating ambush.

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Soapbox Therapy: Your Brain Is Cock-Blocking You

Brooke Miller — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 05:00:17 +0000

We're funny. Serious. Smart. But sometimes in life we hide behind those things to protect ourselves from letting others get too close. Brooke explains more on being yourself without hiding behind yourself.

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Your Valentine’s Day Card Can Make You A Hero

Nate Tan and Brett Nicol — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 03:45:55 +0000

Sometimes the small and easy things in life mean the most, a thoughtful card on Valentine's Day being the perfect example. Don't worry about buying an expensive gift, a card that can express how much she means to you will mean a ton more to her, and last longer than overpriced flowers.

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Soapbox Therapy: Jealousy and Feeling Like a Teenage Girl

Brooke Miller — Tue, 08 Feb 2011 06:02:48 +0000

How early in a relationship can you ask if the other person is dating other people? It can be an honest and nagging feeling we can't control, but it can have disappointing consequences if not handled properly. Brooke has how to deal.

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The Man-Menu: Tomato Tossed Pasta

Patrick Wittwer — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 04:52:20 +0000

A simple meal at home can be tastier and more romantic than an expensive restaurant. With Valentines Day coming up (ahem) we Recession proof your plans with this easy homemade meal that won't hamper the romance.

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Avoiding Commitment: The Subconscious (or Very Conscious) Motivations of a 25-Year-Old Male

Ethan Fixell — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 04:11:58 +0000

The average age that guys are settling down is way up compared to even our parents generation. Resident dating expert Ethan Fixell details the 5 ways men sabotage their own relationships until they're finally ready for the long haul. Which are you guilty of?

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Gift Ideas for Girlfriends by Girlfriends

Andrew Snavely — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 05:49:45 +0000

Coming up with gift ideas for a girlfriend or wife can be surprisingly difficult, and the usual gift guides that list overpriced jewelry or $300 cookware aren't much help. That's why we asked a few girls what their favorite gifts they've received from guys are. These don't require a huge credit limit and you'll definitely find something she'll love.

Check out Gift Ideas for Girlfriends by Girlfriends on Primer.