Maria Del Russo
Maria Del Russo is a writer specializing in relationships, wellness, and culture. Her first book, Simple Acts of Love, was published by Simon & Schuster under the imprint Adams Media on July 2, 2019. She is currently working on her second book, a memoir about layoffs and love.
Why is it such a turnoff when someone truly, really, actually wants to date me?
It's a common story that someone who wants to be a relationship is turned off by people who show interest. Turns out, hard to get is actually a primal habit
How to double-book your dates and still get an etiquette expert’s blessing
Double-booking dates is something people have varying feelings about. Here, an etiquette expert shares her stance on dating two people in one night.
The only tip you need to stop feeling jealous about your friend’s love life
When you're not into your single status, it's tough to know how to stop feeling jealous of your friends' relationships. Here, an expert shares tips.
When your crush double taps all your Instagram activity, does it mean they like-like you?
When someone likes all your photos and watches your Stories, does it mean they like you, too? Decode the social media habits of your Instagram crush here.
Is it a red flag for texting frequency to be low early on in a relationship?
Here's what to know about texting in a new relationship when your preferred communication styles don't quite match up—and whether there's cause for concern.
