Dee’s Dating Diary brought you some of the best dating advice in 2014. From red flags to first date etiquette to online dating, Dee’s Dating Diary truly provided need-to-know dating advice! Since 2014 really flew by, you may have missed some really great posts. So, here’s a recap of the best dating advice posts from Dee’s Dating Diary in 2014.

 1. Stop Treating Your Boyfriend Like Your Husband!

Do you remember that old saying, “Why buy the cow when you can get the milk for free?” Well, it’s true! And, this applies to dating and not just sex.

What will inspire or encourage a man to marry you if he already has all the perks of marriage without any of it’s other obligations? If he doesn’t want to be your husband, should you really be playing wife? Read the full article here: Stop Treating Your Boyfriend Like Your Husband!

2. Why You Shouldn’t Change Your Facebook Relationship Status

When it comes to Facebook relationship statuses, many women tend to broadcast each and every one of their relationships to the Facebook universe. But, find out why you actually shouldn’t change your Facebook relationship status, read the full post here: Why You Shouldn’t Change Your Facebook Relationship Status. 

3. You Shouldn’t Have To Tell Him To Call You!

How many times have you been dating a man and found yourself wondering why he rarely calls you. Have you ever asked a man you’re dating to call you more often? If so, it’s time to learn why you shouldn’t have to tell a man to call you. Read the full post here: You Shouldn’t Have To Tell Him To Call You!

4. No More Last Minute Dates!

Have men asked you out at the very last minute? Or told you they were in your neighborhood and wanted to see you? Well, if a man is trying to see you at the last minute, you definitely weren’t his first choice for the night. In fact, last minute equals last choice! Learn why last minute dates are a red flag, read the full article here: No More Last Minute Dates!

5. Phone Etiquette Pt. 1- Calling

Your phone etiquette in the first stages of dating is especially important because it allows people to learn more about you without you having to say it yourself. Does your phone etiquette say your needy, desperate, or detached? Find out whether you have bad phone etiquette, read the full post here: Phone Etiquette Pt. 1- Calling.

6. Red Flag: Does he pull disappearing acts?

Ladies, how many times have you been dating a guy and all of a sudden he disappears and you hear nothing from him for days or weeks? Well, this is a huge DATING RED FLAG!!! Find out what you need to know about the disappearing act, check out the full article here: Red Flag: Does he pull disappearing acts?

7. Stop Being The Victim!

Women often blame men for their bad relationships without taking responsibility for choosing to date that type of man. Many women will say, “ALL men are dogs” or “ALL men cheat,” but your perception of what ALL men are is really a by-product of who you have been choosing to date your whole life. Get the full scoop here: Stop Being The Victim!

8. The Most Important Thing to do After a Break Up

Break ups are really tough. But, the most important thing to do after a relationship is heal through learning from that experience. The relationship playback accomplishes just that! Find out how the relationship playback can help you, check out the full article here: The Most Important Thing to do After a Break Up.

9. Stop Giving up Your Life for Him!

Too often, women enter relationships and completely give up the life they had before their relationship. They stop seeing their friends and family and make their priority being with their boyfriend.

While we all hope that our relationship will last forever, the truth is, many relationships will come to an end. And, giving up your life for your current boyfriend will surely have a negative impact on your life after the relationship. Read the full article here: Stop Giving up Your Life for Him!

10. You Don’t Deserve a Good Man…Yet!!

Every woman that wants a relationship will tell you that they want a “good man.” And, any woman can get a man, but not every woman can get a good man. So, learn what you need to do to attract a good man, read the full post here: You Don’t Deserve a Good Man…Yet!!

11. 5 Tips For Better Online Dating Profile Pictures

Online dating can be tough, but creating your profile doesn’t have to be. In a world where first impressions are everything, your profile pictures can’t be taken for granted. For tips on creating great online dating profile pictures, check out the full article here: 5 Tips For Better Online Dating Profile Pictures.

12. Is Your Laundry List Holding You Back From Getting A Quality Man?

A laundry list is basically a list of things a woman wants in a boyfriend or husband. The problem is that most of the items on these lists don’t necessarily speak to a man being a quality person that you should actually date. Find out whether your laundry list is holding you back from finding a good man, read the full post here: Is Your Laundry List Holding You Back From Getting A Quality Man?

13. One Thing That Kills A Potential Relationship is…

Too Much Information Too Soon (“TMITS”) can quickly kill a potential relationship or budding romance! If you tell a man too much information before he gets a chance to enjoy your fun, light-hearted side, you can easily freak him out and make him weary of getting closer to you and your readily apparent issues! Check out the full article here: One Thing That Kills A Potential Relationship is…

14. You Attract What You Put Out There!

Some women don’t understand the importance of appearance and first impressions. But, even the ones that do don’t often realize that they are attracting men that are a reflection of themselves. Read the full article to find out how you’re attracting what you’re reflecting into the world: You Attract What You Put Out There!

15. Your Self-Confidence Can’t Depend on Him!!

Every woman has to cultivate self-confidence. Unfortunately, too many women give men the power to dictate their self-worth. And, the worst thing you can do to yourself is base your confidence on how men treat you or feel about you. Read the full post here: Your Self-Confidence Can’t Depend on Him!!

All in all, 2014 was a great year for Dee’s Dating Diary! But, 2015 is going to be even better. So, stay tuned every Saturday at 8pm EST for more great dating advice!

For more great dating advice, get my book: Picking up the Pieces: Rebuilding Yourself for the Love and Relationship You Deserve. 

Till Next Time,

Dee