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Living Single

Why Traveling Alone Is My Favorite Part Of Being Single

Before I turned 30, I’d never taken a single trip alone. I always traveled in a pack or with a companion, and never truly considered an alternative option. The only issue with this was that any vacation planned needed to be agreed upon by someone…
By Angela Melero

What Dating During Divorce Has Taught Me About Myself

Breakups of any kind are difficult. However, it seems the ante is often upped when it’s in the form of a divorce. Losing a spouse, someone you imagined doing life with, presents a unique type of heartbreak and frustration. That said, for many,…
By Angela Melero

Why Going Celibate For A Year Was The Best Decision Ever

Dating these days can be complicated. Between the ghosting culture and sea of dating apps to wade through, one can sometimes start to lose focus of what they actually want from a relationship and, more importantly, what they need. Sometimes the best…
By Nicole Centeno and Angela Melero

How Instagram Helped Me Get Over A Breakup

You'd be hard-pressed to find someone who believes breakups (even the most amicable ones) are easy. In addition to losing a companion and friend, so often, one can lose their sense of self and confidence. And while there's no tried-and-true manual…
By Colette Hanna

Single And Happy? These 5 Women Make A Case For Not Getting Married

Maybe you feel society pressuring you to get married. Maybe you pressure yourself. Even in the modern day and age, there are still many who believe that, at a certain age, one is supposed to tie the knot (and inevitably have some kids). And, while…
By Karen Tietjen

Online Dating As A Transgender Woman Isn't Always Ideal — Here's Why

At this point, most single individuals, no matter their age, are either familiar with digital dating, have tried it, or are bonafide pros. And while many see online courtships as a standard now, there are some who still prefer the “organic route.”…
By Angela Melero

Living Single: A 40-Something Single Mom Talks Dating And Her Relationship Non-Negotiables

Dating at any age can be a daunting and sometimes frustrating thing, particularly in a major metropolitan city like Los Angeles or New York. However, for a 40-something single mom, the stakes can be even higher as there’s a third party involved:…
By Angela Melero