| How to Myths About Online Dating Posted: 28 Dec 2021 04:00 PM PST Online dating gets a pretty bad rap sometimes, but how much of that is really deserved? The truth is that there's a lot of bad info out there about dating online, and some of what you probably have heard may not be true. That's why we've put together a list of some of the most common online dating myths to set the record straight once and for all. [Edit]Myth: Online dating is just for finding hook ups. - Fact: Many people date online exclusively to find a long-term partner. A lot of people turn to online dating because they're specifically looking for a committed partner.[1] One of the benefits of online dating is that you can say what you're looking for in your profile. If you want a committed relationship, online dating lets you easily search for other people who want the same.[2]
- With that said, if you want to use online dating exclusively for hookups, you can!
- Roughly 12% of all couples in a committed relationship (married or long-term dating) first met online. That doesn't seem like much, but considering the fact that online dating has only been around for 20 years or so, that's a lot of happy couples![3]
[Edit]Myth: Online dating is desperate. - Fact: There's nothing desperate about dating online. The four most common motivations for online dating are love, hookups, self-esteem enhancement, and boredom.[4] You'll note that desperation is not listed here. Plus, online dating is the single most popular way couples meet these days, so it's definitely not a "last ditch" option for most people.[5]
- Never feel ashamed for looking for love online. Tons of people do it, and a lot of those people do end up finding the love of their life!
[Edit]Myth: Couples who meet online don't last. - Fact: There's no evidence that this is the case. Relationships that start online aren't radically different than other relationships. There's no reason you can't have a long, healthy relationship with someone you meet online. There isn't any evidence that couples who meet online are more likely to fail.[6]
- The things that make traditional relationships work (communication, conflict resolution, respect, etc.) are the same things that make relationships that started online work.[7]
[Edit]Myth: Online dating requires too much work. - Fact: Online dating is easier than other options in a lot of ways. If you go out to the bar looking to meet someone, you're probably only going to see a dozen or so potential people. You can scan hundreds of profiles from your couch if you're dating online, though. Going out on dates with people you meet online can feel like a lot of work, but it's still usually easier than going out and trying to meet people in person.
- This is reflected in the data. Most online daters say it was relatively easy for them to find someone they found attractive and who they shared common interests with online.[8]
[Edit]Myth: You can't trust people's photos on dating apps. - Fact: The majority of online dating profile photos are accurate. If you're worried that everyone lies about what they look like on dating apps and websites, don't be. While there are always going to be cases where people put up deceiving photos, roughly two-thirds of online dating photos accurately reflect the person they're supposed to represent.[9] You're more likely to go on a date with someone who looks like their photos than someone who doesn't.
- You might want to avoid profiles with only 1-2 photos on them if you're worried about the images being accurate. The more photos someone has on their profile, the less likely it is that they're being deceiving.
[Edit]Myth: Online dating is never safe. - Fact: There are steps you can take to make sure you're being safe. Online dating isn't more dangerous than traditional forms of dating as long as you follow some basic safety precautions. When it comes to meeting someone you met online, make sure that you arrange to meet in a highly-visible, public space. Look the person up online ahead of time, and don't go home with them after one date.[10] As long as you take these precautions and stay vigilant, online dating can be a safe, enjoyable way to meet people.
[Edit]Myth: Dating apps are ruining traditional dating. - Fact: Traditional dating was slowing down well before the dating apps. Historically, most people have met their future partner through family or friends. This has been in decline since World War 2! Traditional ways of meeting people have been in an even steeper decline since 1994, which is well before sites like Tinder and eHarmony existed.[11]
- Many people find online dating a lot easier than meeting someone at a bar or other public place. On top of that, most people have a positive experience with online dating, so they don't see a real reason to go back to finding potential dates in-person.[12]
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| How to Eat Pumpkin Seeds Posted: 28 Dec 2021 08:00 AM PST Do you know how to eat pumpkin seeds? It's pretty simple. Pumpkin seeds are packed with flavor and vitamins, making them healthy and fun to snack on. Just make sure you chew them carefully. Read on for a couple different ways to eat pumpkin seeds, as well as a few suggestions for recipes. [Edit]Roasting Pumpkin Seeds - Preheat oven to 375° F (190° C).
- Separate any pumpkin seeds from the pumpkin flesh. The best way to do this is by hand, or perhaps by using an old (cleaned) comb that you wouldn't mind getting dirty. Use the comb to separate the pumpkin seeds from the fibrous, fleshy parts.[1]
- If you choose to, clean the outer shell of the pumpkin seeds. Those fleshy bits that are still attached to the pumpkin? Some people like to leave them on, preferring the flavor they give the final product. If you don't want those fleshy bits on the outer pumpkin shells, here's how to try to remove them:[2]
- Soak the seeds in water for a few hours, then strain the seeds in small batches into a mesh strainer. With your hands, stir the pumpkin seeds around in the mesh strainer and let the mesh catch the remaining pulp. When you slide the seeds out of the strainer, they should be pretty clean.
- Pat seeds dry with a paper towel, if needed, and spread out on a baking dish. Although no seasoning is necessary, this would be the time to season your pumpkin seeds:
- Season with a little bit of curry powder, cayenne pepper, or chipotle flakes for a spicy, savory edge.[3]
- Season with a little bit of cinnamon, clove, or nutmeg for a sweet treat.
- Season with regular old table salt or sea salt for added salty flavor.
- Throw the pumpkin seeds in the oven for 20 minutes, or until golden and crunchy. Allow to cool before eating!
[Edit]Toasting (Pre-Boiled) Pumpkin Seeds - Use this method for perfectly cooked pumpkin seeds. Although the methodology sounds a little strange, boiling the pumpkin seeds first lends them a full flavor. (And you don't even have to worry about waterlogged seeds.)
- Preheat the oven to 400° F (200° C) and bring water to boil in a cooking pan. For every half cup of pumpkin seeds you're roasting, use 2 cups of water and 1 teaspoon of salt.[4]
- Separate any pumpkin seeds from the pumpkin flesh. The best way to do this is by hand, although you can also use an old (cleaned) comb. Use the comb to separate the pumpkin seeds from the fibrous, fleshy parts.[5]
- Simmer the pumpkin seeds in the water for 10 minutes. Remove and drain in a colander.[6]
- Coat a roasting pan with a thin layer of olive oil and toss the seeds into the pan.
- Bake on the top rack of the oven, anywhere from 5 to 20 minutes. Small seeds will be brown and crispy after 5 to 7 minutes, medium seeds will take around 10-15 minutes, and large seeds could take as long as 20 minutes to cook. Allow to cool before eating.
[Edit]Other Ways of Eating Pumpkin Seeds - Eat them raw or straight out of the pumpkin. Eat them the way that nature intended, straight from the source.[7]
- Fry them on a skillet. Place a little bit of olive oil in a skillet, along with your pumpkin seeds, and fry until the seeds begin to pop.[8]
- For a sweet twist on this recipe put one tablespoon of sugar into the pan with the pumpkin seeds (without olive oil). Caramelize the pumpkin seeds until they also begin to pop.
- Incorporate your pumpkin seeds into another recipe. Pumpkin seeds are great alone, but they can send another dish soaring if you include them in:
- Salads
- Brittle
- Bread
- Pesto
- Flan
- The list goes on
[Edit]How to Eat Pumpkin Seeds - Know that many people prefer to eat pumpkin seeds whole, along with the shell. If you toast or roast your pumpkin seeds to perfection, the outer shells don't really need to be removed in order to enjoy the seed inside, although some people like doing this.[9]
- Pry the pumpkin shell open and get at just the seed. In order to do this:
- Hold the pumpkin seed in your hand or pop into your mouth
- Crack the side of pumpkin shell in half using your teeth, like you would a sunflower seed
- Get at the inner seed and discard the outer shell
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| How to Make Lucky Paper Stars Posted: 28 Dec 2021 12:00 AM PST Exquisite little paper stars can be used for decorations, jewelry, craft projects, and gift-giving. They're very easy to make, and they're a fun way to recycle a bit of junk mail into something colorful and decorative. If you want to make your own lucky paper stars, see Step 1 to get started. - Cut a long, narrow strip of paper about wide and as long as whatever page you are cutting.
- Tie a simple knot (of the same kind that you would use to tie your shoes) at one end. Then:
- Cross the ends of the strips and pull one end through the loop that forms. If you want the color from a particular end of the strip, tie the knot at the other end. Don't twist the paper, just loop it.
- Gently tighten the knot, then gently pull the knot without creasing or squeezing the strip of paper.
- When all the edges are in contact, press it down and crease. You should have a pentagon with a long end and a short end sticking out.
- Fold the short end over, following the edges of the pentagon, so that it does not stick out. If there's a little more than a pentagon width, you can tear it off or fold it under and tuck it in.
- Wrap the long end around and around the pentagon, following the edges and the folds. The result should be a fatter pentagon. Fold so that the color you want faces out, if the two sides of the strip are different.
- Tuck in the loose end. If there is a little too much, fold it over or tear it off before tucking it in.
- Pinch each corner or push in the edges to puff the star up.
- Use the stars for display.
- Make a whole bunch of these and display them in a jar or clear glass.
- Display them mixed with confetti or tinsel as part of the party decorations on a table.
- Work a needle and thread or string through opposite corners to string them together as a garland or necklace. You could combine them with paper beads or other elements on the same string.
- Using a paper cutter is helpful if you'd like nice, straight strips. Use at least a ruler if you can't do a paper cutter though. If you have neither, fold the paper over and cut along the fold with scissors to get the strips as straight as you can.
- You can also buy the paper especially made for this at some stores.
- If you are making them for special occasions, try to stick to the right colors.
- Fold the stars loosely, so that it's easier to puff up them up.
- If you want to make a lot of these for a larger project, cut a bunch of strips of paper all at once. Leave them by the phone, computer, or TV, or make a travel size craft kit (take some with you). Do a few at a time.
- You can use it for Christmas tree decoration or keep it on top of a pinecone Christmas tree.
- Use old bits of wrapping paper for a nice effect, especially if you mix the papers up - you can also put all your stars together into a jar and give it to someone you love.
[Edit]Warnings - Take care not to nick yourself with a paper edge.
- Use scissors responsibly. Children should be supervised when cutting paper.
[Edit]Things You'll Need - Paper – magazine and catalog pages you were going to throw out are great, since they're fairly soft, thin paper and provide a wealth of bright colors. You're using narrow enough strips so that most designs will just show up as colors when you're done.
- Scissors and a ruler or a paper cutter
- A glass, box, or jar (optional) in which to display a collection
- Needle and thread or string (optional)
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