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Dating Resource Library

CURATED TOOLS & PARTNERS TO SUPPORT YOUR JOURNEY

Here is our thoughtfully chosen collection of trusted coaches, experts, and services to support you at every stage of your dating and relationship experience, from getting in the right headspace to maintaining a healthy, lasting partnership.

Whether you're single, ethically non-monogamous, or in an exclusive relationship, these are people and resources we genuinely trust and regularly recommend to our matchmaking clients.

In many cases, we've also secured a special discount for our friends — just mention DateSpot when you connect.

DATESPOT RESOURCES

Guide To Successful Dating

Get tips for early dates, video call dates, meeting people out and about, books & podcasts we recommend, matchmaking, how to set criteria & more. Available to everyone, even if you're not a member!

Free Download

Self-Love Mini-Course

Finding love starts with loving yourself. Practice these exercises to build confidene and nurture your most important lifelong relationship - with yourself.

Free Download

DATING ADVICE DOWNLOADS

Mindful Dating 101

This fun on-demand 12 module course offers everything you need to master online dating. Get a profile writing guide, dating workbook, closet cleanse guide, access to the SMP Facebook group, & much more!

Normally $249, 20% Off When You Say DateSpot Referred You

DIY Profile Kit

This handy guide from Style My Profile teaches you how to be an online dating expert. Learn how to write an awesome bio, take & choose photos, and start engaging conversations so your efforts pay off!

Normally $49, Get 20% Off When You Say DateSpot Referred You

Inner Game Power

Dan Silverman has been a coach teaching men how to avoid the "friend zone" since 2006. Get his "Inner Game Power: Building Unstoppable Confidence with Women".

Free Download

COACHING & SELF-IMPROVEMENT

MindValley

A leading digital self-transformation platform offering structured personal development courses, events and workshops led by global experts.

20% off a monthly or annual membership

AML Coaching

Andrea is an integral coach who provides support during periods of transition in people's personal or professional lives. Her experience includes seven years in the dating space at Match, where she partnered with coaches to produce dating content in the app to enhance their experience.

10% off a 10 session package

Better Dating Services

Dan Silverman has been using his psychology, professional acting and theatre background to teach men technique on dating more effectively since 2006. His specialty is helping the "invisible nice guy" who gets friend-zoned. He also does in-field live 1:1 training and mock dates for valuable feedback.

Free e-book on approaching women

Alexis Sclamberg

Alexis is a relationship and mindset coach, former attorney, and managing partner at a ventures group. She helps clients break old patterns, build self-trust, and show up more confidently in dating and relationships through emotional awareness and identity work.

No current perks available

Queer Conscious Connections

QCC creates a safe space to help LGBTQ singles feel less alone, more empowered and self-aware. Your coach, Elise, has a unique background as a professional matchmaker. She has incredible empathy, is easy to talk to, and works with individuals of all types and sexual orientations (she is queer herself). Packages are completely customizable.

10% off any service

PERSONAL STYLE & IMAGE CONSULTING

Amanda Styles L.A.

Amanda has been an esteemed Wardrobe Stylist for over a decade. She's knows for her innovative flair and expert eye for the perfect fit. She will help you establish your Signature Style to stand apart from the crowd. Services are in Los Angeles or she can travel for additional cost.

Closet consult for $1500, Shoppable Lookbook for $2500, and/or personal shopping at $250/hr. when you mention DateSpot

Victoria Hitchcock Style

With over 20 years of professional experience, Victoria is not just a stylist - she's an image maker. She does a 60-90 min. overall assessment with custom recommendations, including for clothing, hair, skin, personal training, and more so you look and feel your best.

$1500 virtual assessment when you mention DateSpot

Style Guide

Get awesome tips for maximizing your existing wardrobe and essential pieces for men and men from a top U.S. stylist.

Coming Soon!

DATE IDEAS

So Cards

This deck of 52 cards is the perfect way to "break the ice", set yourself apart, and create more meaningful conversations on any date. You'll get to know each other on a deeper level to build trust and intimacy faster.

No perks at this time

Arthur Murray Dance Centers

A partner dance class makes for an awesome date, allowing you to let loose and get close. Learn almost any type of dance. With 300 studios worldwide, they have specialized classes for both singles and couples/daters.

No perks at this time

Green Dream Tours

Full and half day tours of Napa and/or Sonoma showcasing the famous wines, delicious food, and spectacular scenery that make California's Wine Country so incredible.

$25 off any tour

BLOGS

The DateSpot Blog

Check out The Love Nest by DateSpot. Hear from our team as well as special guest writers about dating, relationships, and life. We don't post B.S..

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Evan Mark Katz

This expert dating coach focused on helping women has offered free advice on his blog since 2006, which reached over 30 million readers.

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The Date Mix

Actionable advice from today's top dating experts, trusted news sources, trending topics, and data science, published by Zoosk, an online dating site.

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DatingAdvice.com

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The OkCupid Blog

OkCupid was one of the first companies to collect and publish extensive online data research, and their longstanding blog has a ton of interesting data-driven content.

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Global Dating Insights

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ARTICLES

6 Expert Tips For Better Dating in 2025

In Body+Soul
By Sarah Mitchell

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Don't Worry, You're Not 'Undatable'

In TIME
By Logan Ury

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8 Best 'Unhinged' Dating Stories of 2024

In San Diego Magazine
By Nicolle Monico

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Can The World's Top Breakup Coach Mend My Broken Heart?

In The Times
By Sophia Money-Coutts

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A Practical Guide To Modern Dating

In MarkManson.net
By Mark Manson

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Singles Are Going Old School

Nicolle Monico's favorite articles, topics, and interviews of the "Unhinged" dating series so far.

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PODCASTS

Dateable

By daters Yue Xu & Julie Krafchick

Listen

Savage Lovecast

By author & journalist Dan Savage

Listen

Modern Love

By NY Times host Anna Martin

Listen

Dating Intentionally

By dating expert Talia Koren

Listen

Why Won't You Date Me?

By Comedian Nicole Byer

Listen

Where Should We Begin?

By Psychotherapist Esther Perel

Listen

BOOKS

The 5 Love Languages

By Gary Chapman

Buy

Attached

By Amir Levine

Buy

The Seven Principles For Making Marriage Work

By John Gottman & Nan Silver

Buy

How To Not Die Alone

By Logan Ury

Buy

Mating in Captivity

By Esther Perel

Buy

Why Him? Why Her?

By Helen Fisher

Buy

The Art of Online Dating

By Alyssa Dineen

Buy