Get your dating questions answered by expert dating coach Betty Russell, BCC.

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Ask Betty: I want to jump back into the dating pool and don’t know where to start

Betty, I want to jump back into the dating pool and don’t know where to start. Can you help me? In today’s swipe-right, swipe-left world, the biggest hurdle for daters isn’t finding matches—it’s figuring out what they actually want from the dating scene. **Knowing your own intentions** is like having a GPS for your love [read more]

Ask Betty: Hey Betty, what are some signs of scammers using online dating apps?

Hey Betty, what are some signs of scammers using online dating apps? Great question! Unfortunately, online dating scammers are becoming as common as ghosting. These digital Casanovas are getting craftier by the day, but don’t worry, I’ve got your back! Keep an eye out for these red flags: profiles with sketchy details, love bombers who [read more]

Ask Betty: How do I know someone genuinely likes me and is not just about the sex?

Dear Betty, How do I know someone genuinely likes me and is not just about the sex? Figuring out if someone genuinely likes you or is just in it for the sex can be tricky, but there are some telltale signs to look out for. First off, pay attention to how you spend your time [read more]

Ask Betty: Why is it important to ask on a first date what someone is looking for in a relationship?

Dear Betty, Why is it important to ask on a first date what someone is looking for in a relationship? The question, “What are you looking for in a relationship?” is key for understanding each other’s intentions and expectations. Below are a few benefits: Understanding Intentions: Reveals desires, from casual dating to long-term commitment. Clarifying [read more]

Ask Betty: Betty, can you give me some tips to communicate better with my girlfriend?

Betty, can you give me some tips to communicate better with my girlfriend? I feel that we are not on the same page or even the same planet when we try to resolve our differences. Thank you, Brad Great question, Brad. Let’s jump right in. Feeling like you and your partner are speaking different languages [read more]

Question: Hey Betty, what is the difference between physical cheating and emotional cheating?

Question: Hey Betty, what is the difference between physical cheating and emotional cheating? I think my boyfriend is having an emotional affair with his coworker and when I asked him about the relationship, he said they were just very close friends, yet he seems obsessed with her. When it comes to relationship infidelity, there’s more [read more]

Question: I have a sinking feeling in my gut that my girlfriend just can’t give me what I need. What should I do?

Question: Dear Betty, I have a sinking feeling in my gut that my girlfriend of 2 years that I’ve been pouring my heart into just can’t give me what I need. What should I do? Seeing unresolvable unmet needs in your relationship is a tough place to be. I understand you’ve been there, giving it [read more]