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The Singles Scene Column ©

Holiday Dating Hacks

By: Kelly Leary, M.S., The Florida Matchmaker
Have you noticed the holiday of holiday couples. It’s only November and you could pair off HOW: Hit your DELETE button. Let go of your fears. The
sizzle has started early this year? too. Recently, I had a couple become engaged after just four past is officially over and behind you now. Get moving in the
We have here and it is very weeks of dating. here and now. Leave your comfort zone. Some have risen to
exciting. So, if you are single, WHAT: Accept the inevitable facts of what is about to happen. the occasion and seized the day and likely this describes you
know that you have options The holiday season can be very demanding and challenging (since you are reading this column). One thing is for certain:
AND if you are taken do tell when it comes to the stigma of being single. Thanksgiving, for Pandemic Era Love is on the rise right now--so don’t miss
your friends! This would be the example, is typically portrayed as an artificially picturesque the good positive energy around you. Commit now while the
coolest topic to share with your image of hugs and laughter and “perfect couples” cozying up market is hot. Timing is everything and “couples season” has
single friends and family who on the couch. Yet, for the majority of Americans, that is not the begun! The odds of pairing off in November and December are
are feeling a little lonely this case whatsoever. Interestingly, stats point to around 30% of the in your favor.
time of year. It’s always nice to population likely spending Thanksgiving completely alone this The bottom line is: You have been thinking about this for
have something to look forward to, right? When people ask “why year. This is why you need to take action sooner than later. What a while. You don’t want to be single. It’s been too long solo or
are you still single?” simply respond “not for long” (because you is the order of the day: Change. in the wrong relationship. Do something different for you and
have the pros in your back pocket). Your smile will be bigger WHERE: Where will you be? Remember, single people find out what’s happening HERE too. Discover what’s new at
all month long simply because you took action. were kind of “stuck” this time last year and for much longer Revolution Dating.
Truth be told, singles have FIVE things on their mind than the holidays. We know divorces and break-ups soared in Can’t wait to bring you up to date and to get you dating before
right now: WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE, and HOW the last 22 months. Thousands of single adults moved to Florida the ball drops!
because no one wants to be single this time of year. This is in the last year from all around the country. This means MORE Carpe Diem and Happy Thanksgiving!
our early gift to you. We thank you for reading our column for AVAILABLE QUALITY MEN and WOMEN. Many of our XoXo, Kelly & The Revolution Dating Team
so many years! For our new readers, we thank you for sharing new clients are new to the area entirely and they know no one. #LoveO f fline #LoveLocal #Res tartSmart
your time with us today. We look forward to meeting you soon Caveat: If you are traveling, it is a good idea to meet us for your #FirstResponderSpecialsAllMonth #TellYourFriends
in our office for your private dating consultation. You will learn first appointment BEFORE you go. This will give us a head start. Kelly Leary has 30 years in the dating industry and a
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a lot about yourself in the first hour with us. It will all be our WHEN: Make that one decision now and start today. At Master’s Degree in Psychology. She’s been profiled by ABC
secret too :). Tired of online dating shenanigans or being “out the end of the day, enjoying the holidays comes down to your News, The Palm Beach Post, PalmBeacher Magazine, Stuart
there” for all to see? Read on for the answers. mindset and attitude. If you are single right now, just knowing News, etc. Revolution Dating members are pre-screened
WHO: Focus on you! You do have a good life--there is you are doing something about it (as in following our guide) will including background checks. Professional photos are taken
just one thing missing. Self-love is key. You have so much to raise your energy and mood immensely. You will have HOPE. by the staff. Revolution Dating is not online dating or blind
offer. You are a catch...but you can’t be caught doing the same You will be ditching the dating apps and upgrading your odds of dating. In addition to providing matchmaking services that
old same old that got you here. THIS is the moment to spread romance this season. Take this as a unique chance to revisit and make singles “UN-single” through their exclusive club
your wild wings and connect with another human that loves reframe your expectations. Don’t be so hard on yourself. This is membership, Kelly and her team also provide feedback from
and appreciates you. Look for someone who knows how to the one decision that could and will change your trajectory (in your dates when appropriate. Call 561-630-XOXO (9696)
love and is not fatally broken like so many may be these days. love) forever. That’s the goal. If you don’t have a FOREVER or 772-932-HERE (4373) for a LIVE interview with a
Create your idea of what love could look like during the holiday PARTNER at this very moment, taking action will give you matchmaker for the quickest service. You may also visit us at
season. Don’t give in to the social pressure and clichéd picture peace and faith for the weeks to come. www.revolutiondating.com. *All inquiries are confidential.

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