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Happy International Flirting Week!
In celebration of International Flirting Week (February 13-19, 2013) and Valentine’s Day, Zoosk conducted a survey among more than 13,000 of our members around the world to gather their thoughts on flirting – why they do it, how they do it, and who does it best.
Says Robin Gorman Newman, founder of International Flirting Week: “As the Zoosk survey shows, many view flirting as fun even if they don’t want to date the person, but it’s also a way to jumpstart a relationship or rekindle romance. In our busy lives, flirting can be a quick and effective way to remind your mate that you love and are excited by them.”
So what did our survey discover? Well, here’s what we found out!
It’s a battle of the sexes!
- The majority of men (60%) think that women are the biggest flirts, and the majority of women (53%) think that men are more flirtatious!
#1 reason why people flirt? It’s fun.
- 41% of men and women around the world say, “flirting is just playful fun!”
- 20% say is it a good ice breaker when dating, although only 11% say they flirt to attract a partner.
- 18% say flirting helps keep the romance alive in a relationship
Both men and women admit to flirting just for fun.
- More than half of men (54%) will flirt with a woman even if he is not interested in pursuing a relationship with her.
- 41% of women will flirt with a man even if she is not interested in pursuing a relationship with him.
Flirting keeps the romance alive.
- 89% of men and women think that it is important to flirt with your significant other even when in an established relationship.
Biggest turn-off when it comes to flirting?
- 32% say coming on too strong and invading personal space are the biggest turn offs.
- 20% say corny pick up lines are a turn off.
- 20% say inappropriate comments about one’s physical appearance.
- 7% say suggestive body language.
We all know it and they admit it: Italians are flirts!
- 97% of Italian men consider themselves a flirt, but American men are not too far behind at 76%.
Want to celebrate International Flirting Week? Flirt with someone today on Zoosk!
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Congratulations Jessica and Frank from Zoosk!
Our Zoosk success story this week was sent to us by Jessica and Frank, who met and fell in love on Zoosk. Let’s congratulate the happy couple! Jessica wrote to share their success story:
My name is Jessica and I met the man of my dreams on Zoosk. Frank and I met in June 2010 and we will be married on April 13, 2013 Since we have met our lives have blossomed into something truly unique and beautiful. I have 2 sons and he has 3 sons and together we have our own little football team. We’ve set goals and accomplished many of those together.
Zoosk wishes Jessica and Frank all the very best!
Do you have a Zoosk success story to share? Send it to success [at] zoosk [dot] com and we’d love to share it here on our blog. Happy Zoosking!
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Zoosk Success Story: Ashkem and Marc from the UK
Congrats to Ashkem and Marc from the UK! The two met on Zoosk last year and are now 1 year into a happy relationship! Ashkem wrote us to share their Zoosk success story:
“My name is Ashkem and i met my partner Marc on Zoosk in April. Never in a million years did i think I would find someone, but the morning after i paid for a one month subscription I found his profile and winked at him. About an hour after he wrote back to me. We wrote back and forth all day and night, and then swapped phone numbers. We spoke for a week by text message, webcam, and Facebook. Finally we decided we just had to meet each other in person.
From the moment we met we felt like we knew each other already. Our 1st date was one to remember! In September that year we found ourselves moving in together. Now we are in January and nearing to our 1 year anniversary! We’re discussing marriage in the future! Thank you so much, without Zoosk I wouldn’t have found such an amazing man!”
We’re so happy for them and wish them all the best.
Do you have a Zoosk success story to share? Send it to success [at] zoosk [dot] com and we’d love to share it here on our blog. Happy Zoosking!
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5 date ideas for inspiration
by Jimi Alfaro
Looking for some fun and memorable first date ideas? Try these.
- A chef-led cooking class. Typically a delicious 3-5 course meal, there’s plenty of time to get to know the other person and discover how compatible you are (whether you’re in the kitchen or not).
- Piano bars. The dueling kind. Not as embarrassing as karaoke but just as fun and inviting for anyone. Make sure you have enough bills to nix any songs on your date’s do-not-play list.
- A variety show. Look for live shows in your area that have many different acts. Think: America’s Got Talent or Cirque du Soleil, any impressive feat onstage is sure to impress your date.
- Amusement park. Even if your date doesn’t like the rides, today’s parks offer many other entertainments, like games, live and taped shows, food and drink, and landscaped paths to wander and people watch.
- An aquarium. Aquariums are typically very beautiful and offer a lot for your first conversation. Just make sure you pick a time where it won’t too crowded so you can leisurely stroll through and admire the sights.
Whatever you choose for your first date, make sure there’s enough peace for conversation but enough distraction so you don’t feel the need to talk incessantly. AND HAVE FUN!!
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About the author: Jimi works at Zoosk as a Recruiter. He’s a Bay Area sports fan, talent scout and resume wrangler.
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Ten tips on keeping the romance alive on a budget this month
Christmas and the festive period makes December an expensive time of year for couples and singles alike. But that shouldn’t mean that your relationship needs to suffer. Couples can still celebrate romance this winter without breaking the bank. Zoosk teamed up with the publication Female First as well as Sarah Willingham of the website Let’s Save Some Money to come up with these 10 wallet saving activities for couples to do in order to celebrate love within their budget:
- Make an iTunes playlist
- Write a love note
- Have a cozy indoor picnic
- Read the Sunday papers together
- Make a scrapbook of your photos together
- If you go on holiday, try doing a home swap
- Cook together from scratch
- Watch a classic romance movie
- Hang mistletoe over your doorways
- Use one of the many popular deal sites to have a night away
Read the full article over at FemaleFirst to get a more in-depth take on these wallet-friendly and relationship-friendly tips! Happy Zoosking!
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Romantic Song of the Week: Dreamlover
This week’s love song of the week is an early 90s throwback tune that still sounds sweet to this day: Mariah Carey’s “Dreamlover”. And, wow, Mariah sure can sing. Enjoy, and happy Friday!
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Love song of the week: Home
Hope you enjoy this week’s love song of the week, “Home” by Michael Bublé!
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Love Lessons from a Fashion Designer
Zoosk went to fashion designer Anousheh Pasha for advice on dressing to impress your romantic someone. Check out her professional tips on looking your best at all the festive events coming up during the holiday season! And watch the rest of Zoosk’s Love Lessons series on our YouTube page.
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Zoosk Couple: Rodney & Selina
What a romantic success story we have for you today. Congrats to Zooskers Rodney and Selina! They met on Zoosk and are getting married – reuniting after 26 years! Selina wrote us to share her story:
Good morning to you. Yes it is true. My future husband and I are getting married in August of 2013. Rodney and I went to school together 26 years ago. We met again via Zoosk! Rather he found me. After talking a few times, we both realized that he was the same young man that was chasing after me in High School. He wanted to date back then but I was in a relationship with my now ex-husband.
Rodney was 2 years ahead of me in school and when he left school he started his life and I started mine. Now, 26 years later we are starting our life together. He keeps saying what are the odds of finding the woman that you wanted so bad from high school after so many years. I laugh at the question all the time, but I do wonder, what are the odds of finding one another after so many years and being in a real loving relationship with one another.
I would like to thank Zoosk for bringing me the best man that I could ever hope to spend the rest of my life with. We make each other so ridiculously happy that when we smile it makes our faces hurt. We are working on making this wedding almost as memorable as the proposal. Speaking of which, He wanted to propose in a way that neither of us would ever forget. While shopping at Lowe’s for some items to work around the house with, he got on his knees in the isle with the weed trimmers and surprised me with a little box and asked me to marry him. I was so stunned that I (Selina) was speechless, he laughed and told me to breathe. I closed my mouth, breathed and said said yes. I can’t wait to say I DO to the man that makes me spin in circles. Thank you again Zoosk.
-Selina & Rodney from Virgina
We wish these two all the best. If you’ve got a Zoosk success story, send it to us at success [at] zoosk [dot] com - and don’t forget to set up your free Zoosk Couple Profile. Happy Zoosking!
PS: Here’s a photo of Selina’s wedding ring!
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Thoughts on Dinner Dates
by Loris Zuchetti
When going on a date with someone for the first time, it is always a good idea to start light and casual. You want to get to know each other, have fun and be safe. Amidst all the possible public places, the first thing that often comes to mind is to meet for dinner at a restaurant. Safe? Check. Have fun and get to know each other? Not so much. Why?
First, dinner puts a lot of pressure on your conversational skills, since there is no major external source of entertainment. Why make it more difficult for yourself? Also, dinner is a clichéd date. You’ve both been on several dinner dates with other people. If you’re a man, right away you are conveying that you are “conventional,” and “just another guy.” It won’t kill you, but it definitely doesn’t help you.
Thirdly, at dinner you’re often sitting across a table from each other. That table is both a physical and an emotional barrier. I’m not suggesting you should physically escalate in public. I’m saying that proximity is key to set a romantic frame with the other person. Give Cupid some room to shoot his arrows.
Lastly, not all first dates are with Mr. or Mrs. Right. I’m sure you’ve been on an awkward first date before, haven’t you? You were probably thinking of a lame excuse to bail – “My cat is not feeling well” and the like. If you’re sitting at a dinner table, it is harder and pretty awkward to get up and leave than if you’re just having a drink at a bar.
But if dinner dates are so detrimental to your love life, where else should you go? Allow me to suggest some alternatives.
1. Go somewhere you can have a laugh. In my opinion, comedy shows are an excellent choice. Laughter is aphrodisiac, contagious and rejuvenating.
2. Try something cultural. I would also recommend live music shows, museums, galleries, and the beach whenever possible. These, rather than mere locations, are actual activities that you’re doing together and allow you both to quickly assess if there’s chemistry and potential for a relationship.
3. Go for a friendly drink. If you’re not the outdoorsy or the adventurous type, I’d suggest happy hour. Sit next to each other at a counter, where verbal communication is easy, the context is light and casual, and yes, the bill is generally cheaper than a full dinner.
You can’t go wrong with a well thought out date along the lines of the above. If you’re unsure about how you feel, save the high pressure dinner dates for later down the road, when you know your partner better and you both have something to celebrate.
About the author: Loris is the Country Manager for Zoosk Italy. He enjoys working out and going to live shows.
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