Divine Intervention Matchmaking

10/17/2026

A first date doesn’t have to be dinner.

Pick a place you like and feel comfortable in, where you can talk, relax and see if there’s a connection.

You need to be able to see and hear each other—so consider lighting and noise levels.

Side by side or at an angle can feel more relaxed, too.

Some first-date ideas:

A cozy café
A relaxed w**e bar
An ice cream or gelato shop
A scenic, popular park
A local art gallery
A quiet hotel lounge
A waterfront walk with coffee
A casual lunch date
Appetizers at a favourite restaurant
A botanical garden
Heading outdoors? Check the weather forecast and have an indoor backup.

Keep it simple, enjoy yourself and always leave them wanting more.

What’s your go-to first-date spot?

10/13/2026

Dating is stressful enough without trying to be someone you’re not. Take some pressure off with these three tips:

1. Have fun. Go in with a positive attitude and enjoy getting to know someone. Take the pressure off finding “the one” or figuring out your whole future in the first few dates. Getting to know each other takes time.

2. Choose someone who makes you feel good when you’re around them. You should feel comfortable, respected and safe. If you don’t, don’t keep seeing them.

3. Don’t pretend to be someone you’re not. It’s exhausting, and it won’t work in the long run. Let them get to know the real you.
What dating advice would you give your younger self?

10/11/2026

Good looks might get you a date. How you show up and behave determines whether you have staying power.

Talking only about yourself. Poor grooming. Being rude to staff. Pushing past someone’s boundaries. All attraction killers.

Pay attention to what you’re wearing. Keep your facial hair tidy—and yes, that includes nose and ear hair. Show up fresh and go easy on the cologne.

Ask questions. Listen to the answers. Treat people with respect and give your date room to move at their own pace.

What’s an instant turn-off for you?

10/03/2026

After 20 years in matchmaking, here’s what we know: finding someone you’re attracted to is only the beginning.

Can you talk honestly? Want the same kind of future? Choose each other when life gets messy?

That’s where shared values, emotional availability and effort matter.

Hold on to your standards. Leave room to be surprised. Someone doesn’t have to tick every box to be a great partner.

Which lesson took you the longest to learn?

09/30/2026

Would you bring them home on a first date?
Depends on what you’re looking for.

If you want a long-term relationship, slow down. Get to know each other, build the anticipation, and leave them wanting more.

Let’s be real: people still judge, and double standards still exist—even if they’re unfair.

I’m all for a kiss on a great first date. If you’re both feeling it, see if that chemistry is there. You don’t have to do everything in one night.

Would you bring them home—yes or no?

09/25/2026

Same dating routine. Same results?

September is a good time for a reset—but that doesn’t mean rushing to find someone before the holiday season hits. It means being honest about whether the way you’re dating is working for you.

Our new blog offers a few questions worth asking yourself this fall:
https://www.divinematchmaking.com/blog/fall-is-back-to-routine-and-reality-is-your-dating-life-due-for-a-reset/

What would you do differently in your dating life this season? Share your thoughts in the comments.

September has a way of bringing us back to reality. Summer winds down. Vacations end. Schedules become more predictable. Even when your school days are long behind you, fall still feels like a fresh start. Your dating life may need one too. This isn’t about finding someone before the holidays. It....

09/23/2026

There’s nothing wrong with wanting attraction. It matters.

But when exceptional looks become the overriding requirement, it’s worth asking what you’re really searching for: connection or validation?

The strongest relationships are built on how you feel together, how you communicate and how you show up for each other when nobody is watching.

Choose for your life—not your audience.

09/20/2026

What I notice when meeting someone for the first time?

It’s not just about appearance. I notice the full picture:

✨ Are they well put together and well groomed?

✨ What kind of energy do they bring into the room?

✨ Do they seem confident and comfortable with themselves?

✨ Do they listen, communicate well and show genuine interest?

First impressions aren’t about being perfect. They’re about how you show up—and how you make someone feel.

09/16/2026

Date hasn’t shown up?

Wait 15 minutes, then call once. They may be driving and unable to text.

If there’s a legitimate delay, give them up to 30 minutes.

Still no response? Leave. Don’t waste your time waiting for someone who doesn’t respect it.

Dating shouldn’t leave you guessing. If you’re ready for a more intentional way to meet, let’s talk.

Try to give your date the benefit of the doubt and send them a quick message.

Unexpected delays happen, but everyone should plan for anticipated traffic or construction and aim to arrive a little early.

09/12/2026

Bad breath on a date?

Always carry mints — and offer one casually.

If they lean in and you’re not feeling it, you can simply say, “Maybe next time.”

Bad breath happens. But if it’s persistent, book an appointment with your dentist. Mints only mask the problem.

Attraction matters. Don’t force intimacy when something is turning you off.

Would bad breath be a dealbreaker for you?