Flirting is one of the most human impulses there is. Even the word’s etymology points to how long we as a species have been doing it: It stems from the 17th century French idiom “conter fleurette,” ...

All talk, no action. This phrase perfectly sums up a number of men in my orbit. At parties, they encircle you, making you feel like the only person in the room. Online, they slide into your inbox. The ...

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Most people have been there—surprised at the sudden or unexpected attention bestowed by a friend, neighbor, or co-worker. But what does it mean? No one wants to jump to the wrong conclusion. But is ...

You catch someone's eye from across the room. Maybe you smile and hold their gaze for a moment. Or perhaps you're having a conversation with your crush, and you laugh a little more freely when they ...