Meeting someone

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I love girls but how do I find the one who loves me?

Love and relationships
Hi Auntyji, I am attracted to women. But I don't know how to approach other women because I don’t know who may be interested in me and who not? I don’t want to embarrass myself. Akriti, 19, Jaipur.

Asking your crush out: Do’s and Don'ts

Love and relationships
Girls, we need to start doing what men have been doing for ages. Asking them out! Women are climbing corporate ladders, flying planes and breaking sports records but we still won't ask our crushes out. Why? Here are a few do’s and don’ts when you ask your crush out.

The five kinds of unrequited love

Relationship problems
Why do we pine for people who don’t love us back? Science reveals the five types of unrequited love, and how they compare to the real deal.

How soon is too soon: when to call after a good first date?

Love and relationships
You had an amazing date and can’t wait to see the other person again. How many days do you wait before you call back?

How much makeup do guys find attractive?

Female body
Do guys go for girls with glamourous makeup or a natural look? They certainly prefer less than most women apply for a night out, according to UK research.

Dating the app way: Finding true love on my phone

Love and relationships
Dating has a new medium in today’s techno savvy world. Ditching the traditional routes, people are now finding 'love' through dating apps. But does it work for everyone? Swipe down to find out.

Why your voice and scent matter as much as your looks

Meeting someone
Good looks are only part of what draws us to someone. The sound of their voice and their scent are a big part of their appeal, say psychologists.

How to flirt – proved by research

Meeting someone
What's the best way to flirt? Science comes through again with tips to get that cute guy’s attention. Flirting technique matters more than looks, research shows.