6 pieces of dating advice your single friends are sick of hearing

Thanks, but no thanks No Images? Click here       You may have the best of intentions, but some of the dating advice you’ve probably given your single friends would be better left unsaid. I’m talking about phrases like, “You just have to put yourself out there,” “You’re being too picky; you need to lower your standards” and “‘Put more effort into what you wear.’” No, no and no. “Your friend has probably been on terrible dates, been rejected and had people ghost them ― it can be overwhelming and they can lose their confidence,” couples therapist Isiah McKimmie told us. “Sometimes, people need to take some time to get their energy for dating back and find ways of meeting people that feel right to them.” Plus, have you seen the terrible pick-up lines people are using on dating apps these days? Cut your pal some slack and be a good friend by simply listening. And remember to never utter these six lines. Xo, Ashley Rockman   In case you missed it While physical abuse is easy to recognize, emotional abuse can be less obvious. As reporter Kelsey Borresen writes, it’s important to know what to look for, whether you’re the victim or a family member or friend of someone who’s struggling. Here are seven toxic habits of emotionally abusive partners. Ask an expert   A reader writes, “Is it bad if your serious partner's family isn't including you in family events? How should you address feeling left out of family dinners, birthdays, etc?” Mabel Yiu, a marriage and family therapist who founded the Women’s Therapy Institute in Palo Alto, California, answers this week’s question. Here’s what she had to say: “I agree it would be nice if your partner’s family is more inclusive, but sometimes families can be quirky. I don’t have enough context so I can’t say whether it’s bad or good that you don’t get invitation to family functions. Some cultures or families don’t include partners in family functions until after engagement or marriage. If that’s the case, there is nothing to do until you two are engaged or hitched. When that time comes, you will be obligated to go to those events whether you like it or not. If you are concerned that it might be some other reasons, have a chat with your partner first. Ask your partner if they can be the bridge between you and his/her/their family. Whatever you do, don’t guilt trip your partner about this. Come from a place of curiosity and openness when having this discussion. If you are still not invited to family functions even after the discussion, it’s OK. The family is simply not ready and we need to respect that. The best you can do is to send a card or a gift to the family for those special occasions (without the expectation of getting an invitation). Sometimes when we show care, relationships blossom. Good luck! I am rooting for you!”   #TBT Destination wedding pics are in a category all their own. There’s nothing like a white gown in a snowy landscape or a loving embrace in crystal clear waters to inspire some serious wanderlust. These award-winning photos will make you want to renew your passport ASAP. Links we love: 29 Truly Relatable Marriage Tweets That Will Crack You Up These Kama Sutra Illustrations Are Naughty, Adorable And Queer-Friendly Award-Winning Wedding Photos That Are Pretty Spectacular    .     HuffPost is now a part of Oath and a part of Verizon. On May 25, 2018 we introduced a new Oath Privacy Policy which will explain how your data is used and shared. Learn More. No moon dust. No B.S. Just a completely essential daily guide to achieving the good life. Subscribe here. Like what you see? Share it. Can't get enough? You'll also love HuffPost's Entertainment newsletter. ©2018 HuffPost | 770 Broadway, New York, NY 10003 You are receiving this email because you signed up for updates from HuffPost Feedback | Privacy Policy | Unsubscribe      . - - Preferences  |  Unsubscribe