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Jennifer Oikle, Ph.D.

Jennifer Oikle, Ph.D.
Dating Diva

About the Author

Jennifer Oikle, Ph.D., is a relationship psychologist and dating coach. Her passion is coaching singles in Authentic Attraction so they can step into their best self and attract the kind of love that lasts a lifetime.  She’s also an expert in helping singles dissolve the deepest obstacles that keep them from creating fulfilling relationships. After meeting her husband through Internet dating, she now enjoys assisting singles in finding real love online. Her work has been frequently featured in Cosmo & Happen Mag, as well as Redbook, Women’s Day, the John Tesh Show, and others. Find out how to become a Mate Magnet by taking her quizzes at mysoulmatesolution.com and meetyourmateonline.com.

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Is Emotional Infidelity as Bad as an Affair?

Is Emotional Infidelity as Bad as an Affair?

CAN AN EMOTIONAL AFFAIR LEAD TO A BREAKUP? So, you’re really hitting it off with that new guy in your office. You look forward to seeing him,...
Your Mom's Top 5 Relationship Mistakes: Don't Make Them

Your Mom's Top 5 Relationship Mistakes: Don't Make Them

With Mother’s Day around the corner, you’ve probably got mom on your mind. Sure, you’ve got a million things to thank her for. But...
Meddling Moms: 4 Ways to Protect Your Relationship

Meddling Moms: 4 Ways to Protect Your Relationship

Does your relationship sometimes feel like more of a trio than a duo: you, him, and his mom? Maybe his mom’s outspoken opinions on everything...
5 Singles' Setbacks and How to Get Back on Track

5 Singles' Setbacks and How to Get Back on Track

Dating should be carefree, easy, and fun, right? But let’s be honest, more often than not, dating feels like being thrown into the lion’s...
5 Signs He'll be Good in Bed

5 Signs He'll be Good in Bed

So you’ve got a new beau and you’re trying to decide if you should take your budding bond to the next level... in the bedroom. Sure, he...
How to Get Ready for Love in the New Year

How to Get Ready for Love in the New Year

Are the holiday blues bringing you down? Being single during "the most wonderful time of the year" can make even the most optimistic gal...
3 Steps to Breaking Out of Your Dating Rut

3 Steps to Breaking Out of Your Dating Rut

Have you fallen into the dreaded dating rut? Going out with the same types of guys, replaying the same old patterns, feeling the same old painful...
Why Do You Put Up With BDB (Bad Dating Behavior?)

Why Do You Put Up With BDB (Bad Dating Behavior?)

How many times have you put up with Bad Dating Behavior or "BDB"? Sometimes you’re so eager to finally find the right partner that...
Avoid the Top Dating Disaster

Avoid the Top Dating Disaster

Falling Too Fast... Have you ever found yourself thinking, “Oh my god, he’s the one!,” within hours, days, or mere weeks after...
Jealousy Is Actually Good For Your Relationship

Jealousy Is Actually Good For Your Relationship

5 Questions to Explore When the Green-Eyed Monster Rears Its Ugly Head Few women are strangers to the uncomfortable pangs of jealousy. You know, that...
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