Alix Strauss, a frequent features contributor to the New York Times and editor of the book Have I Got A Guy For You discusses what she’s learned while interviewing successful couples throughout her career and whether or not you should let your mom set you up on a blind date. Dating Dish: Are you aromantic or just burnt out on dating and have you had a run in with a West Elm Caleb Love-Bomber yet? Dear Damona listener questions: to date or to wait and how to get mentally ready to return to dating. 

You can find Alix’s work at AlixStrauss.com and you can get her book, Have I Got A Guy For You, on shelves now. 

Download the OkCupid Dating App for free today

Get 10% off your first three months of Ritual at ritual.com/DATES

Try Damona's free First Date Starter Kit at DatesandMates.com

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices