Are you being too reticent about a delicate matter? Unless you’re totally clear, you’re wasting your time. In a romantic situation, you need to establish total honesty and trust, and that can’t be accomplished without mature communication. Keep this in mind if you’re dealing with someone who thinks that teasing is flirting. Try to lead this person in the right direction. If you turn around and see that no one is following you, you might be better off continuing on your own.

Sometimes (well, almost always), making a terrific first impression has less to do with what you do or say and much more to do with how you convey warmth and genuine interest. Make someone feel special.

It’s fun to dish with your friends, but not everything is meant for public consumption. Before you spill intimate details, ask yourself how your partner would feel if they knew what you were saying. It might be better to keep your lips zipped.

When all your dreams come true at once, the result is truly shocking. Your love life is like a play and the stage is getting a bit crowded. You risk letting it all turn into a romantic comedy if you don’t take action now. Pruning, it turns out, is one yet another of your hidden talents.