I Totally Blew It, Now What?
Marina, I read your blog post about How to Not Blow It Early On, but it's too late for that. I wish I had that advice before I ruined it. What do I do after…
What Causes Problems in Relationships
What's one of the biggest causes for problems in a relationship? This creates tension, miscommunication, feelings of neglect, anger, etc etc etc Well, after working with lots of singles and couples (and of course having…
7 Items All Men Should Own
Come behind the scenes with me and see what I make every male client buy! 1. American Crew Fiber - Best hair product I've yet to meet, and works great for all hair types. I…
Texting Them Shouldn’t Give you Anxiety
Texting them shouldn’t give you anxiety You think about what to say. Type it. Delete. Re-write. Send. Then hold your breath while you wait, and wait. Sometimes you get a reply. Something sweet and…
Making Things Exclusive – Should You Have the Talk?
Making Things Exclusive - How Should You Go About it? Read below for the question and my response on how I think guys should approach it. Hey Marina, wanted to ask for your advice. Been…
How To Not Blow It Early On
Ever meet an amazing person who just blows your mind the first, second, third, tenth time you meet them and you're swooned. Your face hurts from smiling so much thinking about them and you can't…
Stop avoiding deep conversations on dates
RANDOM ADVICE FROM DATING COACH: My favorite way to learn about a person is through storytelling. I share a personal story and get their opinion on the situation. It makes exploring boundaries a lot easier…
Hot and Cold isn’t Cool
RANDOM TIPS FROM DATING COACH: Inconsistent communication says that you're unreliable, uninterested, unorganized, and unavailable. All of which, to an emotionally healthy woman, are turn-offs. Every woman wants a solid relationship with a stable, mature…
Shedding Some “Dark Light” on Matchmaking
Matchmakers and dating coaches might sound similar, but the difference matters!
What NOT to Do for Date Zero
“Date Zero” is your first face-to-face meeting. This happens before the official “first date,” and gives both of you an opportunity to determine your compatibility. Meeting for coffee or a quick happy hour drink are…
10 Totally Normal Mistakes Guys Make Everyday
No guy is perfect. But to come even remotely close to perfection, or at least to being a perfect gentleman, it’s important to pay attention to small habits that can make a big difference. A…
Online Dating: By The Numbers
In our increasingly digital world, it's no wonder that finding love has become a matter of clicks. Many people are now finding partners through their computer screens or smartphones, just like online shopping. Dating sites such…
6 Places (That Are Not A Bar) To Meet Singles In Seattle
These days, it seems like that movie scene run-in with the perfect stranger is far from realistic. If that has happened to you, well, consider yourself lucky. For the rest of us it’s hard to…
Is Dating Really Necessary?
Hey Miss Marina, Sorry to be so negative but I seriously hate dating! Is there any way to skip all the nonsense, waste of time, and meet someone without having to suffer through dating? Hopeless Rick…
4 Fun & Free Seattle Dates
Forget dinner and movie. Dates don’t have to be extravagant, and for a first or second date they really shouldn’t be. The first meeting, or date “0," should really be a 20-30 minute coffee date (I’ll talk about why…
What’s the Proper First Date Greeting?
Dear Miss Marina, What's the correct first date greeting? A handshake feels weird. Is it okay to go in for a hug? Brian, Seattle Hey Brian, This ones comes up quite a bit.…