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Myth Busting: Men Do Like to Be Asked Out
Essence’s “modern-day matchmaker,” Paul Carrick Brunson, presents the results of his informal research challenging nine things you thought you know about the opposite sex. Men Don’t Like to Be Asked Out False. I write about this extensively in my new book, It’s Complicated — But It Doesn’t Have To Be. Everyone appreciates being admired and…
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What Oprah Taught One Man About Love
At Essence, “modern-day matchmaker” Paul Carrick Brunson shares the gems that he picked up while working side-by-side with Winfrey. If You Want It, Be It This is one message Oprah harped on. If you want love, you first must be love. It doesn’t happen any other way. If You Want It, Be It This is one…
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Why One Man Loves Jay-Z and Beyoncé
Although he says he has mostly been privy just to what’s shared in the media, Essence‘s “modern-day matchmaker,” Paul Carrick Brunson, was able to come up with eight things he admires about the celebrity couple’s relationship. They Got Married On Their Schedule Every couple that dates receives pressure from family and/or friends to tie the…
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The Modern Woman's Guide to Getting a Date
Essence‘s Paul Carrick Brunson is a matchmaker, but for singles ready to meet someone special, he has eight suggestions in addition to turning to a professional. You can sit idle and wait for your prince to miraculously knock on your door or you can get active and start meeting more people, like now. Your call.…
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8 Ways to Spot His Lie
If your BS detector isn’t the best, Essence‘s “Modern Day Matchmaker,” Paul Carrick Brunson, suggests a few ways to tell whether you’re being deceived by the person you’re dating. Watch for asymmetry. When we naturally smile, frown, or shrug, it’s typically even and occurs on both sides of the body. Any gesture that is one-sided…
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10 Relationship Things That Make You Go Hmmm
In a salute to Arsenio Hall’s return to television, Essence‘s “Modern Day Matchmaker,” Paul Carrick Brunson, presents some curious facts about men, women and sex that fit the theme of the talk-show host’s old segment. Hungrier men prefer bigger women. Can you believe that a man’s image of the perfect romantic partner varies depending upon…
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12 Signs You're Already in Love
“Modern Day Matchmaker” Paul Carrick Brunson writes in his Essence column that if you can relate to more than half of the items on his newest list, you need to stop reading and tell your significant other that it’s more than infatuation. You want to tell everyone about the person. If you feel like getting…
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What I Know After 12 Years of Marriage
In his column at Essence, Paul Carrick Brunson celebrates his anniversary by giving readers tried-and-true tips for making marriage work. Next month, on July 21st to be exact, my wife and I will celebrate 12 years of marriage. (That’s us on our wedding day on the left.) It’s truly amazing for me to think about…
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You're Responsible for Your Own Happiness
Writing at Essence, “Modern Day Matchmaker” Paul Carrick Brunson says you can’t depend on a relationship to bring you joy — but he has some other ideas that might work. You are responsible for your own happiness. That’s what our marriage counselor told my wife and me a few days before we jumped the broom.…
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The 10 Worst First-Date Ideas of All Time
In his column at Essence, Paul “Modern Day Matchmaker” Carrick Brunson tells you what not to do the first time you spend time with someone. The movies are a no-no, and so are funerals (although most people probably could have guessed that one). The Club A cool venue, good music, and an opportunity to check…
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