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You've been on the sites, and that first flurry of messages has died down. Before you give up on Match, take a look at what might be getting in your way. Laurie Gerber talks with Alexis Ferraro from Match about profiles, photos, and what happens each time you log on.
Read moreYou want chemistry. But the thought of getting naked with someone new can bring up questions you haven't had to face in years. Laurie Gerber and Suzanne Noble discuss sex after 50, from different levels of desire to the fear of saying what you want. Their conversation includes…
Read moreDating apps have changed, and not always for the better. I look at what happened to the platforms you once trusted and name the six I would still use: eHarmony, Match, Facebook Dating, OurTime, SeniorMatch, and Stitch. I also flag the risks to watch for, including pricing,…
Read moreYou keep swiping because someone better might be one profile away. Here's why good enough on Head, Heart, and Hoo-ha beats chasing perfect.
Read moreYour profile can be full of good intentions and still disappear in the crowd. Laurie breaks down three practical changes you can make today, from choosing better photos to writing a bio that gives the right person a reason to lean in. You’ll also see why widening your search…
Read moreSomething feels off a few weeks in, but you can't name it. Here is how to tell a normal rough patch from real signs of incompatibility.
Read moreAre there emotionally healthy people on dating apps? Fair question. Here is how you can spot securely attached partners and find them.
Read more“No drama.” “I love to laugh.” “Just ask.” Sound familiar?
Read moreI've seen one client change 3 things and get more quality conversations in a week. The problem isn't you, it's the packaging.
Read moreLet me be honest: many women treat online dating like a chore, then feel demoralized. I want to help you show up as yourself.
Read moreYou're over 50 and dating feels exhausting. I've helped hundreds of women at the edge of the dating pool. Here's your complete guide.
Read moreMy family's tale of Sylvia, who questioned every hat and every salesperson, says a lot about why some men stay single. Let's explore the mindset.
Read moreDating after 50 can feel like a strange new world, not a cute adventure. Here's how to feel good about it again, step by step.
Read moreIf you keep attracting the same wrong man, hear this: you are not broken. You are running an unconscious pattern, and patterns can change.
Read moreI coach men too, and the cliches are wrong. High-caliber mature men want something more interesting. Here are 8 things they actually want.
Read moreWorried your window for love closed after divorce? I talked with Lauren Handel Zander, who divorced at 52 and found her person. Here's her story.
Read moreI'm not judging you if you followed the third-date rule. Here's why it can backfire, and what to weigh before sleeping with someone new.
Read moreI hear it every week: "Where are the good men?" If you think they're all taken or missing, let's talk about what's really happening.
Read more“Is it actually possible to meet a good man now?” If you are asking, this one is for you: In this episode of Love at Any Age, I talked with Jackie Pilossoph from Divorced Girl Smiling, and I did something I rarely do: I interviewed her without knowing the ending of her love…
Read moreA client's dating profile was clearly written by ChatGPT, and I had a small breakdown. Here's why AI can't replace the human part of dating.
Read moreLaurie is a guest on the Midlife Dating Podcast with Paul Nelson, comparing a woman’s perspective with a man’s street lessons on momentum and trust in dating (Part 2 of 2).
Read moreDating over 50 is brave. Tender. Hopeful. And yet—sometimes the hardest part isn’t the men.
Read moreThis episode is a special one. I’m sitting down with someone very close to me, my coach and mentor. Lauren Handel Zander is not only a dear friend, but she is the creator of the Handel Method, the personal development framework behind my dating coaching.
Read moreOnline dating can feel like a waste of time. I've learned only some men are truly ready for commitment, and their behavior shows it.
Read moreAfter 50, dating isn't hard because you don't want love. It's hard because you know what doesn't work and doubt your own choices.
Read moreToday’s episode is the season finale of Love at Any Age — and I’m doing something new. I had a guest on the podcast: dating coach Evan Marc Katz. And I’ll be honest… I came into this conversation feeling more than a little fired up.
Read moreThinking about dating again? I say there's no expiration date on love. Here are 6 hidden obstacles blocking you. You are not too late.
Read moreIn today’s podcast, in honor of Dating Sunday — the biggest online dating day of the year — I make a case for dating online and attempt to debunk all your fears and skepticism.
Read moreIf finding love tops your New Year's list, get ready. Dating Sunday, January 4, 2026, is the busiest dating day of the year. Are you ready?
Read moreDating again after 50? Get intentional. These 10 steps help you prepare your head, heart, and hoo-ha for real love, starting now.
Read moreIf you’re dating over 50 and wondering why it feels harder than ever to find your person, you’re not imagining it. The dating landscape has changed — and so have we. You’ve lived, loved, raised kids, maybe divorced, maybe lost a partner. You’ve learned a lot about yourself. But…
Read moreA reader wrote me her weight and years of celibacy were stopping her. I tackle body image and dating with honesty and compassion.
Read moreeHarmony's prompts can help you attract better matches, but only if you answer them well. Here's how to write yours with real intention.
Read moreDo the apps secretly rate your attractiveness? Are you being punished for swiping too much? And is there really a way to “beat the system”?
Read moreEver wonder how dating apps decide who you see, and who sees you? Dating Coach and Relationship Expert Laurie Gerber reveals how the real algorithms work behind Tinder, Hinge, Bumble, and Match, and how to finally make them work for you.
Read moreWomen quit dating for four understandable reasons, but they are the wrong ones. Here is the one good reason to pause, too.
Read moreWomen send me profiles to judge, but I can't fix yours without two things. Your profile is an ad, and it can't be false advertising.
Read moreCringe stories shouldn't keep you from dating. With a little prep, you can handle 5 awkward situations and feel more confident.
Read moreMet online? Skip the noisy bar. I say make your first date a video chat, before you spend real time and energy meeting in person.
Read moreStaring at that dating app prompt? As a love coach, I'll help you answer it with the right amount of info, green flags, and mystery.
Read moreGood banter keeps the spark alive online. Use my do's and don'ts to move from messages to a video chat and then a real date.
Read moreEver Googled "Am I undateable?" If you're asking, you probably aren't. Reflective women are dateable, but there are 6 things to check.
Read moreIf dating feels like a tightrope over lava, you're not broken. These 4 tips helped my clients calm dating anxiety and enjoy the process again.
Read moreIs Honesty the Best Policy in Dating? Now that you are dating over 50, you can finally be honest!
Read moreDating app burnout isn't inevitable. I'll show you how to stay in the game and keep your sanity when every swipe feels like a soul-suck.
Read moreAs a dating coach, I see women over 50 sabotaging their profiles with group photos, cliches, and negativity. Here is how to fix it.
Read moreDating after divorce can feel like a strange new world. The rules are unclear, but you can find healthy love. Here is how to do it right.
Read moreBeing ghosted hurts. I explain what ghosting is and share 5 tips to avoid it, so you can date with less confusion and more confidence.
Read moreThe million dollar question, “What are the best dating sites for over 50?” A lot of advice out there is sugarcoated (and perhaps a bit biased), this isn’t one of those videos.
Read moreGhosted and reeling? Here is the coaching: stop falling for people whose words don't match their actions, and choose better.
Read moreFinding love again starts with belief. I share five reasons to believe romance is possible, even after heartbreak or a long break.
Read moreTired of apps? I've helped many women meet good men in real life. I can teach you how to do it, even if you're really nervous.
Read moreCurious what a professional matchmaker really does? I sat down with Jill Dunn to talk dating app burnout and long-term success.
Read moreQuick question: What’s the top reason you’ve given up on finding love after 50?
Read moreThe dating world has evolved. We’re swiping, chatting through mobile apps, and scanning dating profiles like pros. It can feel overwhelming at times—but here’s the good news: there are plenty of quality dating services out there filled with potential matches looking for…
Read moreThe right questions early on matter more than chemistry. I'll share my Spark Questions to help you date with clarity and have more fun.
Read moreAs a dating coach, I help women cut through the chaos of choosing a dating site or app when there are simply too many choices.
Read moreFlirt game rusty? You do not need cheesy lines. I have natural body language tips plus clean and dirtier lines that still sound like you.
Read moreAfter over 20 years studying dating, I found the biggest mistakes women make can be avoided. Meet your 3H voters: Head, Heart, and Hoo-Ha.
Read moreStaying too long with the wrong person often means you ignore dealbreakers. Here are warnings to watch for in early dating.
Read moreSo many of my clients come to me upset and frustrated, because for sure they thought a gentleman was "into them"--only to find out he wasn't serious at all. How soon can you tell if a man likes you, if you can tell at all? Here I will inform you about some key early dating signs…
Read moreThe biggest mistake women make, which prevents them from finding the right person for them, is staying too long with the wrong person.
Read moreFrom the first text to the first awkward silence, you're teaching someone how to treat you. Think back to the behaviors you ignored early on.
Read moreExhausted by the apps and wondering if dating is worth it? Modern dating can work, just not the way you've been doing it.
Read moreThe myth that men only want younger women gets clicks because it stings. It isn't a universal truth, and I'll show you why.
Read moreAt our age we’ve come to understand we don’t NEED a partner. You’ve spent plenty of time without one and you are okay.
Read moreScammers and bad intentions exist, but you do not have to live in fear. Here are 12 smart safety tips for dating online and in person.
Read moreMom Essentials host Angie Weber talks with Laurie Gerber about the obstacles people face in modern dating, from starting over after divorce to navigating apps, intimacy, and the work of creating meaningful connection.
Read moreUnmatch Me Now host Idan sits down with Laurie Gerber to talk about dating after 50, the promises and pitfalls of dating apps, radical honesty, and balancing the head, the heart, and physical attraction.
Read moreThere are millions of unhappy single people in the world and I don’t want you to be one of them!
Read moreMy first answer: dating is honest work. My second: maybe you don't have to work SO hard, because you may be making it harder.
Read moreShopping for a love-seeking friend or yourself? Skip more stuff. Give my Master the Art of Love course, plus a year of group coaching.
Read moreEveryone makes the same profile mistakes. Here are 5 dos and don'ts to make yours accurate, clear, and more likely to find your match.
Read moreTired of endless texting and no real dates? Watch my talk with Alison Wellington, who gives exact texts to get off the apps.
Read moreI see clients struggle with phone promises. Our phones are making us less present, and it is time to change the relationship.
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