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    Rich Santos, Marie Claire

    Rich Santos, Marie Claire

  • 8 Types of Guys that Won't Commit

    Trying to get men to commit is an age-old riddle in the female mind. Here are a few "types" that will be tough to get into the commitment fold. Hopefully, you can spot one of these early on in the relationship:

  • 8 Texting Miskates Men Make

    A friend of mine recently went out with a guy, Sam. They had a good time, smooched a little, and went their separate ways for the night. So, the seed was planted for a second date at the very least.

  • 5 Characteristics That Make A Strong Woman Sexy

    I used to joke that I wanted to date a weak woman - a woman who couldn't make her mind up and liked being told what to do. I'd always get my way, see my friends often, and have complete control the TV remote.

  • Are Commitment and Exclusivity the Same?

    The other day my sister and her husband (Jake) and I were discussing "exclusive" versus "committed."

  • How Do You Compare to Their Ex?

    Do most people want full transparency with their significant other regarding exes? Transparency is soothing, but it also sets a bar. But knowing too much about your partner's ex can create a range of things to think about that cause anxiety.

  • What Really Happens at Bachelor Parties

    Three days before his wedding, Adam set foot in a strip club, the location of his bachelor party. All the 37-year-old expected to get was a few lap dances - but then his buddies upped the ante. "It became apparent that this strip club was a brothel," he says. "Men would vanish with women across the

  • Are Strip Clubs Really That Bad?

    The other day my buddy was telling me about his girlfriend's objections to him joining his friends for a bachelor party because the itinerary included a strip club.

  • Why Guys Love the "Thrill of the Chase"

    I thought I would outgrow enjoying the thrill of the chase, but I can't get over it. Most guys go out there with the goal of getting laid.

  • The Pros and Cons of Sowing Your Wild Oats

    A friend of mine recently ended a relationship and now claims he can't wait to "sow his wild oats." I'm wondering how that experience could be as rewarding as growing close to someone and falling in love.

  • Men's Biggest Dating Regrets

    I went through a phase where I regretted just about every move I made in dating, from cold hitting on a girl, to sex, to committing (in fact, I still regret half the moves I make). Is Truth in Breakups Overrated?

  • The Benefits of Having A Lot of Female Friends

    Throughout my life, I've learned the importance and value of female advice and input for a few reasons: I grew up with sisters I went to a co-ed school I have a hard time sealing the deal so I ended up with tons of female friends

  • Got Milf?

    Book Review: "Got Milf - The Modern Mom's Guide To Feeling Fabulous, Looking Great, and Rocking a Minivan" by Sarah MaizesTerminology gets guys in trouble. We make up horrible terms like "butterface": She has a great body but her face is not good

  • How to Watch Sports with Your Man

    One conflict rears its ugly head in many men's lives: sports versus significant other. It's understandable that a woman might feel like second fiddle to her boyfriend's sports obsession. With a few quick etiquette tips, though, women can figure out how with their guy's life during sports seasons.

  • Can You Control Falling in Love?

    I am the king of psyching myself out. And I have an acute fear of success. These two things result in the sabotage of a lot of would-be relationships.

  • 5 Women's Fashion Mistakes That Turn Men Off

    Are there any styles that turn me off immediately? You bet. I'd to give you a guy's point of view on style, and how mistakes can ruin any chance of attraction: Too Much Makeup

  • 5 Signs He's Cheating

    When you get suspicious that your significant other is cheating, be careful not to appear to be paranoid. You have to walk a fine line - you don't want to make false accusations.So, while I'm sharing this list of cheating red flags, I concede that it's a tricky situation. It's hard to be sure if som

  • Advice from Real Wise Sages: Married Women

    I admit that my previous post, "Advice From Three Wise Sages: Married Guys" was a bit tongue-in-cheek. Advice from guys is usually wrong, and advice from married guys is worse. So in an effort to balance the scales, I've collected some nuggets of wisdom from married women.

  • 10 Things That Prevent Guys from Approaching You

    Recently, at a wedding, I witnessed a dance floor with a friend who is an ecologist. In the middle of this dance floor, a girl approached a guy, legs slightly spread, while slapping her thighs with the back of her hands while looking him in the eye.

  • How Online Dating Relates To "Real Life"

    In some ways, online dating is a completely new way of seeking out a romantic partner, but it mimics traditional dating in the "real world" more than you would think.

  • How To Avoid Being A Nag

    I've recently started allowing Pam, the girl I'm dating, insight into my sad financial management. Because Pam is more organized and "Type A" than I am, she got frustrated as soon as she got a look at my accounts.