Karen Belz - Contributor at The Date Mix

Freelance Writer

Karen Belz has written for sites like Bustle, PreviouslyTV, Heavy, and HelloGiggles. She’s also the founder of Best Recap Ever, a site that’s focused on television news and reviews. She’s a fan of sketch comedy shows and most movies that involve Muppets, and has been addicted to Sugar Free Red Bull since 2005.

7 Signs Your Ex Has Moved On (And You Should Too)

Sometimes you have to take the signs for what they are and move on.

A girl listening to one of the best relationship podcasts on her phone while on a plane.

A Roundup of the Best Relationship Podcasts

Here are a few great relationship podcasts you’ll want to subscribe to ASAP.

A couple who knows how to show love, laughing as they hug outside.

Ways to Show Love Without Saying the Words

There are plenty of ways to say “I love you” without using the words.

A guy kissing the cheek of his jealous girlfriend, and explaining she has nothing to worry about.

How to Deal with a Jealous Girlfriend

Jealousy is a tough obstacle to overcome, but it’s not impossible—especially if you really care about someone.

A guy showing signs he's fighting his feelings for you, leaning against a tree talking to the girl he likes trying to keep his cool.

10 Signs He’s Fighting His Feelings for You

Does he run hot and cold? Could be he’s struggling with something.

How to Impress a Guy

Every person has faults—instead of trying to hide yours, know how to own them.

A girl with her guy best friend, making a funny face while wearing similar hats and sunglasses.

11 Reasons a Guy Best Friend Is the Best Best Friend

If your best friend happens to be a guy, consider yourself lucky.

A woman who's trying to avoid text flirting mistakes, laughing while outside on her phone typing.

9 Flirty Text Mistakes to Avoid at All Costs

Flirting and texting are two skills that don’t come easily to everyone. Here are some things to make sure you’re not doing.

A woman who's potentially coming on too strong smiling up at her boyfriend in a field.

8 Things Men Do When You’re Coming on Too Strong

It’s great to be honest about how you’re feeling, but respect how he’s feeling too and set a pace that works for you both.

A guy looking at the younger women he's dating as she runs ahead of him through a field.

Dating Younger Women: 8 Things You Should Know

It is possible to successfully date someone younger than you, but if it’s by a considerable amount, the experience won’t be like any of your past relationships.

A guy who's looking for signs your ex will eventually come back looking into the eyes of her ex while they hug outside.

8 Signs Your Ex Will Eventually Come Back

Some of the strongest couples have overcome breaks before.

A woman wondering how to attract men, lying in the grass and looking up into the eyes of man flirting with her.

How to Attract Men: 9 Things They Absolutely Love

Every woman has the potential of attracting someone incredible, but knowing how to use what you have is key.