First dates can feel a little awkward. Will you have anything to talk about? How do you get to know someone new without sounding like you're grilling them? Relax! Help is here, and we have some great ...

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Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. You could spend the hours before a date obsessing over your hair, makeup, or outfit. Or you could channel ...

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Dating can be tough and awkward. Whether you’re sifting through dating apps or meeting strangers in real life, the process can be daunting, overwhelming, and downright unpleasant, mainly because you ...