Black Dating: Dating as a Divorced Parent: Balancing Kids and a Love Life
Dating on its own can be an adventure; add kids to the mix, and it becomes a full-blown expedition with extra luggage! If you are a divorced parent, you know that your time, heart, and responsibilities are split. Re-entering the dating world raises questions like: When do I introduce my kids? How do I even […]
Black Dating: Dating as a Divorced Parent: Balancing Kids and a Love Life
Dating on its own can be an adventure; add kids to the mix, and it becomes a full-blown expedition with extra luggage! If you are a divorced parent, you know that your time, heart, and responsibilities are split. Re-entering the dating world raises questions like: When do I introduce my kids? How do I even […]
Black Dating: Breaking the Pattern: How to Avoid Repeating Old Relationship Mistakes
It is often said that those who do not learn from history are doomed to repeat it. In the context of relationships, it is surprisingly easy to fall into familiar patterns, even ones that led to heartbreak, simply because they are what we know. After a divorce or long-term relationship, taking a hard look at […]
Black Dating: Communication 101: How to Talk (and Listen) to a New Partner After Years Off the Market
If it has been a long time since you dated, you might feel like a fish out of water trying to communicate with someone new. In marriage, especially a long one, couples develop shorthand, habits (good or bad), and comfort where you do not have to think so much about how you talk. But with […]
Black Dating: Finding Your Relationship Non-Negotiables: How to Date Without Settling
One of the perks of having been through a marriage (even one that ended) is that you likely have a clearer sense of what you absolutely need in a partner and what you absolutely cannot tolerate. These are your non-negotiables. The challenge is that, in the excitement or loneliness of dating, it is easy to […]
Black Dating: How to Know If You’re Ready to Date Again After Divorce
One of the most common questions after a split is: “When will I know I am ready to date?” It is wise not to rush in blindly, but also important not to stay on the sidelines forever out of fear. The reality is, you do not get a neon sign blinking “Ready!” One day, readiness […]
BlackB Dating: 7 Post Divorce Dating Myths You Probably Believe (and Why They are Wrong)
Divorce might have freed you from a marriage, but it can leave behind mental baggage, namely, some pervasive myths about dating and love that just are not true (though they feel true). These myths can discourage you from even trying, or they can lead you to approach dating in unhelpful ways. Time to bust them! […]
Black Dating: The Five Skills You Didn’t Know You Need for a Great Relationship
When we think about relationship “skills,” many of us draw a blank. Love is supposed to just happen naturally, right? Well, yes and no. Chemistry and attraction might spark on their own, but keeping a relationship healthy and happy, especially the second time around, takes certain core skills. Unfortunately, these aren’t usually taught in school! […]
Black Dating:Why Finding ‘The One’ Is Not About Luck, It Is About Strategy
Do you ever look at happy couples and think, “They are so lucky to have found each other”? It is a common thought, especially if you have been through a divorce and feel like lightning will not strike twice. But the idea that love is all about luck is a myth. Finding “The One” has […]
Black Dating: Intentional Dating: How to Approach Your Love Life Strategically
If you are tired of leaving your love life up to chance or endless swiping, it is time to bring a bit of strategy into romance. Intentional dating is the practice of approaching finding a partner with clarity, purpose, and a proactive mindset. That does not mean sucking the spontaneity or fun out of […]