What single women want their married friends to know
As a matchmaker, I have the privilege of getting to know many single women. I love hearing about their lives, their hopes, and their dreams for the future. That’s why I was fascinated by this Huffington Post article by Hélène Tragos Stelian, 8 Things Single Women Want Their Married Friends to Know. Hélène, who is […]
The most important voice to listen to when you’re dating
When you tell people you’re dating someone, a funny thing happens. You probably start getting lots of advice from your friends and family. Most times, this is a good thing: it comes from people who really care about you, and want your relationship to succeed. Still, there’s one voice that must rise above all the […]
When it comes to dating, make sure your requirements are realistic
The other day, I heard someone say something pretty profound when it comes to dating: “In order to get what you like, you have to give what you like.” In other words, if you envision your ideal man with certain specific requirements, you better make sure you already possess these requirements yourself. Chances are your […]
On dates, speak less — and learn more
When I meet with singles, they often tell me that they’re not sure what to say on a first date. I tell them there’s a proven solution for this—one that doesn’t involve a lot of talking. I tell them to take a deep breath, relax, and listen to their dates. Listening means learning, and the […]
Are you relationship-ready?
As matchmakers, we love connecting singles and making successful matches. Everyone who comes to us wants to be in a long-lasting relationship. We help them find out if they’re ready for such a relationship. In relationships—as in life—there’s a difference between wanting something and being able to handle that something. You’ve heard it before, but […]
Dating and kids: When should your kids meet your new love?
Here’s a question I often get from divorcees or widows with kids at home: I’m seeing this wonderful man. I think he might be the one. But when should I introduce him to my kids? This is always a potential minefield. Unfortunately, there’s no easy universal answer. It depends on many factors: How old are […]
Why texting and dates don’t mix
Picture this. You’re on a date. You’re deep in conversation with this guy and you feel you’re really connecting. Your eyes lock with his. Suddenly, your date looks down—at his phone. He just got a text, and he’s GOT to respond RIGHT AWAY. You say it’s okay to be polite. But honestly, aren’t you at […]
What you really mean when you say that you don’t have time for a relationship
“I’d love to be in a relationship, but I don’t have the time to find one. I’m too busy with…” Fill in the blank. Career. School. Children. The reasons are endless. As elite matchmakers, we often hear this from clients who want to enter the dating world, but don’t see how they can fit that […]
5 tips for Jewish singles attending someone else’s wedding
Ah, June. Traditionally, it’s a big wedding month. If you’re like many Jewish singles, you’ve probably got a June wedding on your calendar, or at least a wedding sometime this summer. No matter how thrilled you are for the couple getting married, weddings can bring up a lot of mixed feelings for singles. This is […]
What Shavuot tells Jewish singles about loyalty and devotion
This weekend, as we look forward to Shavuot, we have a wedding on our minds. It’s different from the ones we normally think about as Jewish matchmakers, but it’s still very special. Shavuot commemorates G-d’s giving the Torah to the Jewish people on Mount Sinai. It’s the day that G‑d swore eternal devotion to us, […]
Famous Jewish couples: Kate Capshaw and Steven Spielberg
Since May is Jewish American Heritage Month, we’re taking a look at famous Jewish American couples who have enhanced our Jewish world. These are couples who are committed to Jewish values, and to making their relationship work. Today, we profile Steven Spielberg and his favorite leading lady—his wife, actress Kate Capshaw. Where they met: on […]
Elegant Introductions helps gay Jewish singles who want to say “I do.”
Last week, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a case that could very well make gay marriage legal in all states when the court releases its decision in June. When we heard about this at Elegant Introductions, two thoughts immediately came to mind. The first was, “Look how far we’ve come in just the […]