Want to find love but need inspiration? Carla Dickens here. Well not really, it’s Ronnie Ann Ryan – The Dating Coach with my own version of a holiday classic – A Christmas Carol – the story by Charles Dickens about Ebenezer Scrooge. Here’s how my version goes… Find Love with Ebbie Scrooge Ebbie Scrooge, a … Read more
Do you think love is scary? I get it, but the truth is, all men are not monsters! Here are three ways to notice the good men around you and find the right one for you. Worried that Every Man You Meet Might Be Frankenstein? I know how hard it can be to find love … Read more
Ask Santa for help about how to find love. He’s not just for children! Take advantage of this long-time, magical tradition to get assistance from spirit. How To Find True Love More Easily Did you ever write a letter to Santa as a child? You had something in mind that you really wanted with all … Read more
Express gratitude this Thanksgiving. Appreciate yourself for who you are and what makes you a great catch. Be more magnetic and attractive than ever! To All the Single Women Reading This Post Has anyone told you lately that you are wonderful? It’s completely true. When you recognize this about yourself and take time to express … Read more
Expressing gratitude is the next step after feeling it and I have much to be grateful for. So, on this Thanksgiving Eve, I decided to write about all that I am thankful for to share these thoughts and possibly inspire you to do the same. Readers, Fans & Followers First, I am expressing gratitude to … Read more
Curious what will make you happier this holiday season? With Thanksgiving right around he corner, here are a few simple, yet empowering ideas you’ll love. How to Feel Happier During the Holidays Below are five simple ideas to try to boost your mood during he holiday season. it all starts this week as you know. … Read more
This Holiday Season, it’s Time to Socialize and Flirt! As your dating coach, I want this to be your top priority for the holidays. That is, if you want to find love. Are you a party go-er or hide from holiday socializing? The holiday season may bring out the best or worst in you. Regardless … Read more
Single this Valentine’s Day? Don’t let yourself get down about it. Here are 8 easy suggestions on how to enjoy the holiday solo. Single for Valentine’s Day? If you are single and dating over 30 or after divorce, try a couple of these ideas on Valentine’s Day to not only survive the holiday, but maybe … Read more
Was your desire to find love a 2013 resolution? With the new year here, you may be reflecting on the last 12 months thinking about what you did and didn’t accomplish. I was talking to a dating coaching client a few days ago who told me honestly how disappointed she was. Another year had … Read more
Want to Celebrate the Holidays with Someone Special in 2014? Start looking right now! The end of 2013 is approaching and I am wondering, how does your end of year love life recap look? What have you done to find love? Maybe you didn’t meet the man of your dreams this year, but there are … Read more
I walked in your shoes being a single woman over 40. But I was lucky. I had access to so many methods to open my mind and turn my negative thinking around. And that was one of the biggest challenges I faced – believing a good man was out there for me and I … Read more
Are you wanting to find love in 2013? You can do it for sure if you put your mind to it. Here are my 5 hot resolutions that will help you find love faster this year. Give it your best – after all, what have you got to lose right? It’s the gain that is … Read more
Single on New Year’s Eve and freaking out about it? Worried you’ll spend the night alone with nothing fun to do? Sad you have no one to kiss at midnight? Well, you aren’t alone with half the adult population being single. That means lots of people celebrate solo. To help you feel better about your … Read more
Socialize and flirt! As your dating coach, I want these to be your top two priorities this holiday season. Are you a party go-er or hide from holiday socializing? The holiday season may bring out the best or worst in you. Regardless of your background or state of mind, the holidays are laden with opportunities … Read more
Are you single for the holidays this year? The holidays are approaching and you find yourself single for the holidays. As your love and dating coach, I’m going to say this situation offers excellent opportunities to mingle and meet men. However, so much depends on your enthusiasm for the season. For example, do you like … Read more
If you are single and celebrating Hanukkah, I want to share eight ways to shine a light on your love life. It’s time to leverage the Festival of Lights to peak into your attitudes about love and dating. That’s how you’ll discover what might be keeping you single. Sometimes you are not even aware of … Read more
If you are single this holiday season, this post is for you! I have a special gift to share with you so read on. Hanukkah starts tonight! This Jewish holiday, also referred to as the Festival of Lights, features the menorah with nine candles. One candle for each day and a ninth to light the others. … Read more
Find Love on Sadie Hawkins Day – A History Lesson Back on November 15, 1937 the comic strip Li’l Abner announced Sadie Hawkins Day. In this newspaper cartoon, Sadie’s father was worried his daughter wouldn’t find a husband, so the town held a race and any man Sadie caught had to agree to marry her. … Read more
Do you wonder “How can I find love?” Then, vacillate between the terror of dating and staying single for the rest of your life. If you are like many of my dating coaching clients (women over 40, 50 and 60), the idea of growing old alone is not so appealing. On the other hand, the … Read more
Happy Sadie Hawkins’ Day! Since ancient Rome was in power, an extra day has been added to February, giving the month it’s 29th day every four years. Due to the rarity of this day, many traditions have been created over time. Since the day is so unusual, it has prompted different cultures over the … Read more