relationship tips

Namaskar, I asked my Instagram followers to ask me some questions, and I pulled some from there. I also answered some on my Instagram story, so if you missed it, it’s in my Instagram story Q&A highlight below with my answers. so if you want to participate, definitely submit DM through my Instagram. So, let’s get started! I am also active on twitter

1. What to Do If a Girl Doesn’t Answer Back for a Few Weeks?

I would say someone who really likes you is never busy enough to not talk to you for a couple of weeks unless they’re on a cruise ship and don’t have service. So, see things for what they are, like I say so many times, not what you want them to be. If someone is not responding to you for a couple weeks, 99.9% of the time it is because they are not into you. So, if you’re constantly putting in time and effort and energy and, you know, double texting this girl, messaging her all the time, and she’s only giving you responses every few weeks, I think it’s best to just move on. Because someone who likes you will want to talk to you, and you won’t have to pull teeth to get her to talk to you, right? She’ll just want to talk to you.

If you need to refer to my “She Likes You or She Doesn’t Like You” videos or “If Someone Likes You, You’ll Know” videos, those are all great videos on my channel to check out. But seriously, see things for what they are and not what you want them to be. You know deep down, most of the time, when someone does not like you or they do like you, and in this case, I would say she doesn’t like you and move on.

If someone doesn’t respond for weeks, they’re likely not interested. Move on instead of chasing. Someone who likes you will make time to talk.

2. Tips on Getting Back Into Dating as a Single Father

This is tough because I think, if I’m being totally honest, I think sometimes it does kind of shrink your dating pool a little bit because there are a lot of, you know, girls and guys out there who don’t want to date single parents, which I totally understand—it’s a personal preference. But I would say that it is important to be very honest about the fact that you’re a dad, and I think people who are willing to date single fathers would appreciate the fact that you are open and honest about that, and it would show that you obviously care about your child and want them to be a part of your life and dating experience.

I am obviously not a single parent, so I can’t speak from personal experience, but I have been friends with women who have dated single dads, and some of them had great experiences, others did not. I know some girls who have kind of taken on the role as a stepmom, and they are totally fine with that. So, don’t sell yourself short just because you’re a single father. There are plenty of girls out there that would have no problem dating a single father, same thing as girls out there who don’t care about height. I know there are people who do care, but for every person that does care, there’s someone who doesn’t.

My mom was a single mom and started dating my stepdad when I was very little, and I’m so thankful for the fact that he gave my mom a chance and, you know, dated her even though she had me because he has ended up being one of the best and most influential people in my life, and I really can’t picture what my life would be like without him. So, if you’re watching this and you’re hesitant to date single parents, I totally get it, but from a daughter of a single mother, I adore my stepdad, and I’m so thankful that he dated my mom, so keep that in mind too.

Being a single parent may limit your dating pool, but honesty about your role as a dad is key. Many appreciate openness, and there are plenty who embrace dating single fathers. Don’t underestimate your worth—some, like my stepdad, find joy in stepping into these roles.

3. What’s Your Favorite Date Night?

I am really not picky about date night. I think any date night is a fun night if you set aside special time for you and your partner. I personally like to go out to dinner and then come home and have just like a chill night, watch some movies, have some hot chocolate and popcorn, and just kind of have a little cozy night in. That’s kind of my favorite thing to do, but there are a million awesome date options.

4. Best Way to Start a Conversation With a Girl If You Have Anxiety

This one’s tough, and I have anxiety, and I’m an introvert, so I totally get it. I think the best thing you can do is kind of just shift your mindset about it. So, don’t go into it thinking, “I have to get this girl to like me,” or “Oh my gosh, she’s so pretty, she’s gonna think I’m stupid, I have to say the perfect thing.” Just talk to her like you would talk to any stranger, regardless of how attractive you think they are. Don’t put her up on a pedestal or think that she’s perfect because I guarantee you she has flaws. She’s insecure too. We all have things that we’re insecure about, so acting like she’s perfect or like you have to get her to like you right away is just going to stress you out and make you more anxious.

So, we want to alleviate that anxiety by, you know, just talking to her like you would any other person. I think the best way to start a conversation depends probably on where you’re at, but if you’re in public and you’ve never talked to her before, I think one of the best ways is to make it very natural and just ask her a question. Maybe you’re in line at a coffee shop, and you ask her, “Have you ever been here before? I don’t know if I should get the iced latte or the shaken espresso or whatever the heck it is, whatever you order.” Just ask her a question that’s very natural and gets her to start talking to you without just going up to her and being like, “I’m obsessed with you, you’re so hot.”

I guess it kind of depends on the situation you’re in too because if you were at like a nightclub or somewhere kind of sexy, it might be okay to go up and be a little bit more direct or to give a compliment. But if you’re just in a very natural setting, you want to make the conversation feel natural too. So, keep that in mind. I’ve done a video all about how to approach that I think would be really beneficial for you, so I’ll link that down below.

For introverts with anxiety, shift your mindset when approaching someone attractive. Don’t idolize them; treat them like any stranger. Start with a natural question based on the setting, like asking for a coffee recommendation, to ease anxiety and spark a conversation without pressure.

5. Why Do Girls Stay With a Guy Who Isn’t Good for Them?

I think a lot of girls have this mentality of “I can change him” or “he’ll be different with me.” Of course, talking about this on a lighter level is much different than talking about this on a deeper, like, more domestic abuse case. I’m not even going to get into that, but talking about it on a lighter level, maybe a girl that’s dating a bad boy that, you know, is cheating on her or whatever. I think a lot of girls, again, think that they can change guys, and we shouldn’t want to change people. We should want to date the person that’s right in front of us, and if you don’t want to date that person, you shouldn’t want to date their potential, right? See things for what they are, not what you want them to be.

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FAQ: Your Dating Questions Answered

Q: What should I do if a girl doesn’t text back for weeks?
A: Someone who really likes you is never busy enough to not talk to you for a couple of weeks unless they’re on a cruise ship and don’t have service. If she’s not responding, 99.9% of the time, she’s not into you. Move on—someone who likes you will want to talk without you pulling teeth.

Q: How can a single father get back into dating?
A: Be honest about being a dad—it shows you care about your child. Some people don’t date single parents, but many don’t mind. Don’t sell yourself short; there are plenty of women who’d love to date a single father. My stepdad dated my single mom, and he’s been a huge blessing in my life.

Q: What’s a great date night idea?
A: I’m not picky—any date night is fun if it’s special time with your partner. I love going out to dinner, then having a cozy night in with movies, hot chocolate, and popcorn. There are a million awesome date options, so find what feels right for you.

Q: How do I talk to a girl if I’m anxious?
A: Shift your mindset—don’t put her on a pedestal or stress about saying the perfect thing. Talk to her like any stranger. In public, ask a natural question, like, “Have you been here before?” at a coffee shop. Keep it casual to ease your anxiety.

Q: Why do girls stay with guys who aren’t good for them?
A: Many girls think, “I can change him” or “he’ll be different with me.” We shouldn’t date someone’s potential—date the person in front of you. See things for what they are, not what you want them to be.