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This or That: Whining or Gloating?
You and a friend have made a great duo for the past year while you’ve both been single. It’s been so nice to have someone to commiserate with over all the bad dates and giggle with after the great late nights. While you’re not opposed to finding a guy, you’re actually really happy with the way things have been lately.
Dear Poll: How Do You Feel About Romantic Films?
Whenever I see a romantic comedy, or even a epic romance film, I can't help but feel a little frustrated. Sure, I love to see the main characters end up happily ever after, but let's be realistic, it usually doesn't work out that way! I happen to think movies like When Harry Met Sally give false hope that Mr. Right could be right in front of your face when realistically that's a pretty uncommon scenario.
The Adventures of Debbie Downer
This time, Debbie Downer goes to the happiest place on the planet, Disneyland. Will the magical kingdom have what it takes to turn Debbie's frown upside down? Or will her dry delivery of informational tidbits regarding deadly terrorist attacks, the feline AIDS epidemic, and her own fertility struggles ruin the trip for everyone?
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How-To: Prepare For the Worst Monthly
No one likes a Debbie Downer, but these are trying times and you need a financial backup plan. Whether you feel a strong sense of job security or have a million bucks in the bank, it's crucial that you embrace the motto of the Boy Scouts ("Be Prepared!") so you don't end up in a serious financial and personal conundrum should you draw a short stick. The calendar changes so quickly it's easy to forget your egg's nest and backup scheme amid the momentum, but follow these basic steps and suggestions to keep yourself on track.
Group Therapy: My Friend's a Debbie Downer
Within the last few months, my best friend has become a serious downer. Her sister and I cannot figure out the cause, and it's getting worse and worse. She can, and has, literally sucked the energy out of the people around her.
Would You Ever Work as a Wingwoman?
We've all heard of wingmen, dudes who agree to talk to the friend of a woman who another dude is interested in. The wingman, for that night anyway, is supposed to be selfless, keeping the other friend occupied so his male friend can swoop in and get his girl.
Taken from military lingo to describe planes that flank fighter planes during serious missions (because, you know, getting the girl is a really serious military mission), I didn't realize you could ask a woman to do the same thing — until I read about an ad on Craigslist (where else?) procuring the services of a wingwoman for $30 an hour.
Tech Dating 101: He Pays More Attention to His Phone Than Me
Not to be a total Debbie Downer with this week's Tech Dating 101 topic, but there are many people who wish they could pull a hocus pocus move and make their significant other's cell phone magically disappear. Sound familiar?
The worst is when you're trying to enjoy a romantic moment — maybe while watching a sunset, or sitting under the stars — and wham!
4 Tips on Keeping Your Diet in Check When You're Dating
With so much eating out and letting loose with the one you're crushing on, it's not surprising to see that 51 percent of you gain weight in the beginning of a new relationship. In an effort to avoid letting your waistband suffer in the name of love, I've shared four tips on how to keep your weight in check while falling in love. If I've missed something that works for you, please share your secrets in the comments below.
Use JobCompass Mobile to Find a Job On the Go
Not to be a Debbie Downer, but the unemployment rate in the US is still rising. So if you are among those unfortunate masses that will have to take to the classifieds, start multitasking — there's a new way to search jobs and pound the pavement at the same time.
JobCompass is a mobile web service that lets you search for jobs in your area, so you can look for that perfect job even while on the go.
Onwards and Upwards
Dear Sugar
I am going through a tough break-up from a long term relationship. All my friends are telling me to move on, but I'm still so sad. Now, people are starting to try and set me up on blind-dates.
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