Julia McCurley

How to

Know if a Woman is a Cougar

“Cougars” are popularly defined as women in their 40s (or older) who date significantly younger men, generally at a 10-year age gap or more. Pop culture paints the cougar as predatory and pathetically desperate, but...

16 Ways to Tell If Your Ex Still Likes You (Even If They Say They Don’t)

Solve the mystery that's on your mind: is your ex really over you?Whether you’re doing the breaking up or getting broken up with, cutting ties with your ex is the worst. Just because a relationship has ended doesn't me...

How to

Text Your Crush and Start a Conversation

If you want to get to know your crush better, sending a text message is a great way to get the conversation started. Texting is a casual, low-key way to talk to someone you like without all of the anxiety of a phone call...

How to

Reply to Someone Who Left You on Read

To double-text or not double-text, that is the question. If you’re left on read by a romantic interest or friend, you might wonder whether it’s worth trying to continue the conversation. The truth is, sometimes we ge...

19 Tips to Have a Fun, Interesting Text Conversation

Make a text conversation more fun and less weird It can be a bit intimidating to have a fun or interesting conversation via text, especially if you’re trying to win over a new friend or have your eye on a potential si...

How to

Text a Girl That You Like

You were lucky enough to get the number of a girl you like, but what do you do next? If you're too nervous to call, texting is the best way to grab her attention. If you're feeling nervous about saying the wrong thing or...

The Perfect Text Response to “Okay,” “Yep,” “Lol” & More

Write the perfect funny or flirty text to win a reply backWe've all been there: you text a girl that you like and—ugh—you get a one-word message in return. How can you craft a text that's so good, she ''has'' to rep...

How to

Save a Dying Conversation over Text

Texting is a great way to keep in touch when you can't hang out with someone in person, but it can sometimes be a little hard to keep the conversation going. If you're not ready to say goodbye but it feels like the chat ...

How to

Make Your Ex Boyfriend Want You Back

It's not easy to make your ex-boyfriend want you back. But, though it may be hard, it’s not impossible. To get started, focus on being patient and working on your differences, and hopefully the two of you will be able ...

How to Handle an Age Gap in Your Relationship

You can’t control who you fall for, and there’s nothing wrong with building a relationship with someone older or younger than you so long as you’re both consenting adults. Still, you may be a little worried or conc...

How to Get Your Man Back with Reverse Psychology

If you’re trying to get your man back, reverse psychology is a strategy that’s definitely worth thinking about. It often works if your ex is the kind of guy who naturally tries to defend challenges to his power, but ...

How to Attract Your Crush When They Like Someone Else

Befriending your crush might help redirect their attention to youHaving a crush on someone and not knowing if they like you back can leave your stomach doing major flip-flops—but when you know for a fact the person you...

14 Ways to Attract a Leo Man as a Libra Woman: Leo and Libra Compatibility

Passionate, fiery, a born leader—what's not to love about a Leo man? All eyes might be on him, but as a Libra, you have what it takes to capture the heart of this natural showman. Leos and Libras actually complement ea...

How to

Attract a Venus in Capricorn Man

Your crush’s Venus sign is a window to the soul, and this Venus in Capricorn man is looking for someone he can change the world with. He’s ambitious, pragmatic, and values deep, emotional connection. More than anythi...

The Perfect Way to Sign Off a Love Letter (with Expert-Backed Tips)

Personalize your love letter with a cute closing and romantic visuals A good ending to a love letter is like the bow on top of a present—it’s a personal touch that can make the recipient feel extra special. We interv...

16 Cute & Romantic Birthday Wishes for Your Boyfriend

It's your boyfriend's birthday and you just found an amazing card. There's just one problem: you haven't written in it yet. What can you write to make him smile extra wide? How do you say "I love you" for the first time�...

How to

Attract a Taurus Man As a Cancer Woman

As a sensitive, emotional Cancer (born between June 21 and July 22), it makes complete sense that you'd be drawn to the calm, stable Taurus (April 20—May 20). He's steady as a rock, perfect to cling to for support and ...

How to

Send a Flirty Text Message

The hard part is already over. You got their number. Your adrenaline is flowing, your vision blurs, and you escape just before you engage in actual conversation. You get home, make a fresh pot of coffee, build a fire, an...

How to Deal with a Balding Boyfriend

If your boyfriend’s beautiful head of hair has suddenly receded a bit, you may be dealing with a variety of complex emotions. Don’t beat yourself up over it. There’s nothing wrong with you. It can be hard to watch ...

How to

Get Your Ex to Respect You

Spending time around your ex—whether you see them in school, work with them, or are co-parenting with them—can be extra difficult if you feel like they don't respect you. While it’s ultimately their choice whether ...