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You miss feeling sexy. Laurie Gerber talks with Suzanne Noble, host of Sex Advice for Seniors, about what gets in the way of desire after 50, especially when you're thinking about dating again. The conversation goes to the worries you might hesitate to bring up, even with your…
Read moreFalling for a widower, or dating again after losing your own spouse? Here's how to tell normal grief from real red flags, and how to know when he (or you) is ready for love after loss.
Read moreThe end of a marriage can leave you asking: Who am I now? You may have spent a long time being somebody's wife, co-parent, or keeping the household moving through much tension. Then the structure disappears, and even freedom can feel disorienting.
Read moreAfter divorce, what could be shaping your chances of finding love before the next date even begins? Laurie Gerber raises questions about belief in love, self-care, telling people you are looking, dating rules, and where you look.
Read moreDating a divorced man? His ex and kids may come along. These 3 green flags show if he's healed and ready for a real relationship.
Read moreDesire doesn't die after 50. It changes. This candid guide covers menopause, libido, and the talks that make intimacy better.
Read moreIf you're dating again after 50, first dates feel enormous. I want to give you every advantage I can. You're not doing this for practice.
Read moreThe third-date rule is not a readiness plan. Here are 6 questions to ask before sex so you can know when you are truly ready.
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 moreI was shocked to learn what divorced men were really dealing with! Do you feel like you understand? In today’s Love at Any Age episode, I sit down with Rachael Sloan, founder of Better Beyond Divorce who has worked with over 600 divorced men.
Read moreA woman leaves an unhappy marriage, promises things will be different, then the same fights and slow disappointment return. That is not bad luck.
Read moreHow many dates in before you realize you've stopped looking at other profiles? In today’s Love at Any Age episode, I’m addressing the "are we exclusive" talk. I know it's scary. I cover how the early assumption of monogamy is costing you, how to know if you’re ready for it, and…
Read moreIs your hoo-ha writing a check that your heart and head can't cover? In today's Love at Any Age episode, I sit down with dating coach and matchmaker Donna Barnes to hand you an actual checklist: 6 questions you need to be able to answer before sex belongs in your relationship.…
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 more"Why do I keep leaving first dates feeling like something was off ?" In today's Love at Any Age episode, I'm laying out 3 first date mistakes I see made over and over again. They're not dramatic blunders. They're small, fixable choices that cost you second dates with people who…
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 more"If lots of self-awareness were enough, wouldn't you have fixed this by now?" In today's Love at Any Age episode, I'm sitting down with therapist Dawn Wiggins to talk about the gap between knowing your love patterns and actually changing them. She said one thing that totally…
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 saying what most women over 50 think but don't say: can sex still be great? I brought in an expert who changed how I see desire.
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 moreDating over 50 is brave. Tender. Hopeful. And yet—sometimes the hardest part isn’t the men.
Read moreRejection hurts at any age. The work isn't avoiding it; it's moving through it without making it a verdict on your worth.
Read moreIf you are dating over 50, here is the good news. Dating can actually get better with age. Not easier. But better.
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 moreDating after 50? Chemistry isn't the only thing that matters. These 4 first-date questions help you spot a partner who fits your real life.
Read moreIf you're dating after 50, I want to talk about what doesn't work: you. Liability compatibility means having the awkward conversations.
Read moreIf you’ve been thinking, “Maybe this is the year I actually date differently,” this one is for you. Season 2 of Love at Any Age opens with the foundation: how to prepare for dating so it feels purposeful, effective, and stretch goal: fun.
Read moreYou do not need weeks of texting to know if he is right. I want you to have clarity by the third date. Here is my 3-date strategy.
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 moreIn today’s episode, Nada talks with Laurie about dating and relationships. Laurie talks about her “near divorce experience” that set her on the path to coaching.
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 moreIf you’re heading into the New Year thinking, “I want love… but I’m not sure how to get it,” this episode is for you. In Episode 10 of Love at Any Age, we’re continuing the self-love series and looking at the other big obstacles that sabotage dating: bad habits, family dynamics,…
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 a man over 50 is very different than dating in your 20s or 30s, yet many women still bring outdated expectations into midlife dating.
Read moreLaurie is the guest on the Financial Wellness Hour with host Hirsch Serman, CPA and CDFA, on how to go through the holidays alone.
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 moreIn this season of gratitude, I share an unpopular opinion: every love choice you've made was in your best interest. Gratitude can heal.
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 moreEver go on a date and think, “Hmm… maybe?” — but never quite know if you should keep going or move on? That’s exactly what today’s episode of Love at Any Age is about. I’m breaking down how to use your 3H Chart in real-world dating, and how to follow the 3-Date Strategy so you…
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 moreI wish my kids had taken a gap year before college. Now I think divorced daters need one too, a fling year before anything gets serious.
Read moreWomen quit dating for four understandable reasons, but they are the wrong ones. Here is the one good reason to pause, too.
Read moreDivorce coach and mediator Lisa Lisser talks with Laurie Gerber on Dishing On Divorce about readiness, mindset and clarity for stepping back into the dating world after divorce.
Read moreIf you’re a woman over 50 and haven’t done at least 7 of the 10 things I’ve listed below, you may be missing out on your “Main Character Era.”
Read moreHigh Vibe Divorce host Melissa Wheeler Farag talks with Laurie Gerber about dating after divorce: how to know you're ready, the Head, Heart and Hoo-ha framework for sizing up a new partner, and the difference between casual and committed dating.
Read moreHost Nancy Lang Gibbs talks with Laurie Gerber on Loving Later Life about dating and finding love over 50, and Laurie gently calls out some of her host's own beliefs along the way.
Read moreCringe stories shouldn't keep you from dating. With a little prep, you can handle 5 awkward situations and feel more confident.
Read moreDating after divorce at 50 isn’t easy, and jumping back in too soon can lead to disappointment, heartbreak, or getting stuck in the same patterns. Dating Coach and Relationship Expert Laurie Gerber breaks down the biggest mistakes women make dating after divorce and how to avoid…
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 moreAs a relationship expert, my mission is to help you stop wasting time on dead-end dates and find someone who’s a good match for you for long-term love. By "good match," I mean you are "in sync" on all 3H's: your head, your heart, and your hoo-ha.
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 moreHost Lorena Tomasini talks with Laurie Gerber on Twelve Minute Talks about how to navigate the dating world again, especially after divorce, and why the right first steps depend on your personality type.
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 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 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 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 moreIf you're post-menopausal and dating, sex can get better. Let's talk about what changes and what pleasure can look like now.
Read moreI had to reexamine my values to get the relationship I wanted. Shared principles matter more than chemistry. Let's find what matters now.
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 moreSo many midlife women believe they're not enough to deserve love. The truth? You are worthy right now. The work is believing it enough to act.
Read moreSome men are narcissists. Some men are full of themselves. Most men are neither.
Read moreBad dates are the worst. Here are my tips from 20 years of coaching for your first three dates, so you can skip the crappy ones.
Read moreHow do you meet someone in real life? That’s the top question on the minds of thousands of singles dating over 50 who are tired of online dating. Dating and Relationship Coach Laurie Gerber, who was a resident “love expert” at some of the biggest dating sites, provides…
Read moreDating after divorce can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! In this episode, we’re joined by relationship expert Laurie Gerber to break down the dos and don’ts of dating after divorce, how to know when you're truly ready to date again, and how to avoid repeating past…
Read moreLaurie joins Beanstalk: Real Talk for Single Mums to talk about preparing for love again while balancing parenting and self-care.
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 moreHost Morven Shaw talks with Laurie Gerber on Unpause the Menopause about the Handel Method, sex and relationships in midlife, and guidance for reentering the dating scene.
Read moreThis week we welcome back the fabulous dating expert and relationship coach Laurie Gerber, who’s here to share her game-changing 'Date Like You Mean It' dating checklist. Together, we dive into four essential strategies to refine your dating checklist and elevate your journey to…
Read moreTeaTime Midlife Edition host Regina Young asks Laurie Gerber what it means to date like you mean it—bringing clarity, intention, and honest self-assessment to the search for love in midlife.
Read moreWhat happens if you are not OVER your divorce? You need DIVORCE DETOXIFICATION!
Read moreWondering if there's an age limit to love and intimacy? Navigating relationships after 50 can feel unfamiliar and challenging. Finding love and connection in later years, including identifying compatible partners and maintaining open communication, comes with challenges. It…
Read moreRelationship coach Laurie Gerber joins family-law attorney and A Year and a Day host Jaime Davis for a candid guide to dating after divorce: when you are ready, how to change old patterns, rebuild confidence, vet new partners, and protect children from a relationship moving too…
Read moreThere are millions of unhappy single people in the world and I don’t want you to be one of them!
Read moreIt’s a new year and I hope lasting healthy love is on the top of your list of goals for the year! If so, here is your checklist for preparation:
Read moreFAQ: What are boundaries I can implement in dating to establish my ideal relationship? ANSWER: These 4 things:
Read moreDating someone too long? After every first date, ask yourself these 4 questions to spot a real match before you get entangled.
Read moreI find secrets hiding in almost every dater I coach. The way out of shame starts with self-love, and here is how to begin.
Read moreDoes your household go haywire in September? Mine does. Here are the best household hacks I have discovered to make things run more smoothly…
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