Spring into Action

It is time, once again, to get your fitness routine on point.  If you started a workout routine in the New Year it is time to change it up a bit.  Find a new class you like, get a personal trainer, or join a spring sports league.  You will enjoy the new activity and may even meet a new cutie while doing so.  If you put off starting an exercise routine, now is the perfect time to get going.  The endorphins will lighten your spirit and you will look good for the upcoming bathing suit season.

Spring Clean your Wardrobe

Time to put the winter ...]]> Did the winter weather get you down?  It is time to find that pep in your step and get back out there.  Spring is here and there is so much to do to lift your spirits.

Spring into Action

It is time, once again, to get your fitness routine on point.  If you started a workout routine in the New Year it is time to change it up a bit.  Find a new class you like, get a personal trainer, or join a spring sports league.  You will enjoy the new activity and may even meet a new cutie while doing so.  If you put off starting an exercise routine, now is the perfect time to get going.  The endorphins will lighten your spirit and you will look good for the upcoming bathing suit season.

Spring Clean your Wardrobe

Time to put the winter sweaters away, break out the shorts, wedges and light weight clothing.  Also it is time to lighten your closet load.  Go through your closet and throw out any items that you have not worn in over a year.  Once you see what you have verses what you are missing it may inspire your next shopping trip.  Fill your closet with colorful clothes that make you feel stylish and fun.  If you need help with some Spring outfits email us to set up a shopping date.  We will have a blast and you will leave looking and feeling great!   sales@theoneconsulting.com

Spring for drinks with friends

Invite your friends or colleagues for a happy hour on the waterfront or other fun locale like POV at the W.  Offer to pick up the first happy hour drink to get everyone excited for a fun break from the daily grind.  Call ahead to find out the best evening, for happy hour and plan your excursion.  Also make reservations so you ensure a table.  Being by the water or just outside for that matter will lighten the mood and get everyone in the spirit of Spring.

Get out and enjoy the Spring

This is the perfect time to take walks, reflect on your life, what you are happy with and what you would like to change.  Take action and create the life you want.  If there is a job you have been coveting, go after it with integrity and enthusiasm.  If there is someone you have wanted to speak to at the gym, at work, at a happy hour use this great weather as a conversation starter.  “Isn’t this weather great, I may start a running/walking group if you want to join in.”

All in all, Spring is a time to start fresh.  Get outdoors, see friends and make time for yourself.  Pretty soon you will have that old Spring in your Step once again!

Pick a good game that is sure to give you a lot to talk about. Get a group of friends, colleagues or family members together at a nearby watering hole and make a night of it. A lot of single people venture to Sports Bars so make sure to find a great one in your area. Call around to see what each of them is offering during March Madness and plan your night out. Even though this is a sports theme night out, make sure to look your ...]]> Between March Madness, St. Patrick’s Day and Easter there is a lot of celebrating going on this month. Plan out your time and festivities in advance. Do some research so you can attend the events that will bring you face to face with the kind of people you would like to meet.
March Madness

Pick a good game that is sure to give you a lot to talk about. Get a group of friends, colleagues or family members together at a nearby watering hole and make a night of it. A lot of single people venture to Sports Bars so make sure to find a great one in your area. Call around to see what each of them is offering during March Madness and plan your night out. Even though this is a sports theme night out, make sure to look your best and of course be knowledgeable on the teams playing. This will give you great conversation starters when going up to meet someone. Even if your team does not win, keep a smile on your face and have fun!

St. Patrick’s Day

While this night is usually just a crazy drink fest, you want to select your party location in advance. Do you want a hole in the wall that attracts only locals or do you want a popular bar that you can see and be seen by the masses? Definitely wear something green as it makes you approachable. A great conversation starter could be, “I love your green scarf, and it brings out your eyes.” Make sure to stay safe and of course call a cab or assign a DD before you go out. Have fun celebrating with all the other leprechauns! Remember, everyone is Irish on St. Patty’s day, so make us proud!

Easter

We want to wish everyone a wonderful Easter. This is a great opportunity to spend time with your family and friends and who knows, while it is not your focus on this holy holiday, you may meet someone great at an Easter celebration. So make sure to dress your best and put your best foot forward at this beautiful time of year.

Since spring is coming, it is time to update your look so make sure to give us a call for a fun shopping day!

Happy March Everyone!

Well, it’s that time of year again. That time of year when all commercials for Kay Jewlers & Victoria’s Secret run rampent and everyone begins scrambling to book the perfect plans for the biggest date night of the year. UGGGHH .. it’s Valentine’s Day!

Make this year the one you decide to be strong and change your attitude towards dating and being single. This new outlook is sure to bring on a fresh new energy that can attract just the right kind of person you’ve been looking for.

Do you constantly have dates lined up with the wrong people? Maybe, you’re wasting your time dating people who are not a match for you. This will make you skeptical and can kill off your optimism. In order to meet someone great, you must remain positive, interesting ...]]>

Well, it’s that time of year again. That time of year when all commercials for Kay Jewlers & Victoria’s Secret run rampent and everyone begins scrambling to book the perfect plans for the biggest date night of the year. UGGGHH .. it’s Valentine’s Day!

Make this year the one you decide to be strong and change your attitude towards dating and being single. This new outlook is sure to bring on a fresh new energy that can attract just the right kind of person you’ve been looking for.

TAKE A WEEK OR TWO OFF FROM DATING

Do you constantly have dates lined up with the wrong people? Maybe, you’re wasting your time dating people who are not a match for you. This will make you skeptical and can kill off your optimism. In order to meet someone great, you must remain positive, interesting and engaging. We recommend taking a week or two off from dating to recharge. Remove your online profile, hang out with friends, start reading a new book, or join a fun athletic league .. ANYTHING to keep you busy and having fun.

GET BACK IN THE GAME REFRESHED AND INVIGORATED

Now, you have just spent some time  away from the dating scene. You are now ready to rewrite your online profile to give it the same upbeat and fresh vibe that you now have. If you are not a great profile writer, contact us @ sales@theoneconsulting.com. We offer online profile editing for clients and have seen great results. We take the things you’d like to get across about yourself and finesse it into a wonderful online profile that will have you standing out from the rest! We’d love to you help you get noticed online!

KEEP A POSITIVE ATTITUDE

One of the biggest problems with people who have been dating for a long time is their attitudes towards dating.  You can’t expect to get positive results with a bad or entitled attitude.  If you show up for a new date already thinking it is going to be a waste of time then guess what… it will be.  Also, if you put major limitations on whom you will date, where they should live, and what you will and will not do then you may end up single for a while.  We recommend broadening your search.  Allow people who spark your interest to have foibles as long as they are good people who you otherwise connect with.  No one is perfect, not even you.  Stay happy and keep a positive outlook on dating.  Look at each new date as a way to learn something new.  Arrive with a smile and upbeat attitude, this is a very attractive quality and will at least guarantee that you will have a good time.

It can be rough out there in the dating scene, so stay strong and get your cupid on!

We are not just talking about another workout routine… we mean that you should take this time to sever toxic relationships. Get rid of those friends that tend to bring you down and definitely do not continue to date someone with whom you see no future with. See to it that you are not wasting your precious time with people who hold no value to you in your life. When ending these relationships, you don’t necessarily need to be mean spirited or dramatic; just simply state that your life has taken you in a different direction and that you are no longer available to them. Also, be open-minded with the possibilities of whom you choose to date. Possibly even date someone you may not normally date; it may be a refreshing change. For all ...]]> Image Source: Josef Seibel

Trim the Fat – figuratively

We are not just talking about another workout routine… we mean that you should take this time to sever toxic relationships. Get rid of those friends that tend to bring you down and definitely do not continue to date someone with whom you see no future with. See to it that you are not wasting your precious time with people who hold no value to you in your life. When ending these relationships, you don’t necessarily need to be mean spirited or dramatic; just simply state that your life has taken you in a different direction and that you are no longer available to them. Also, be open-minded with the possibilities of whom you choose to date. Possibly even date someone you may not normally date; it may be a refreshing change. For all you know, that best friend of yours with whom you have a platonic relationship with may just turn out to be the love of your life.

Trim the Fat – literally

This time, we ARE talking about selecting a fitness goal for the year, and sticking with it! Everyone feels better after a good work out, it’s a fact. Exercise releases endorphines into your brain, thus creating the euphoric feeling known as happiness. A happy person is way more productive in their everyday life as opposed to an unhappy person. Not to mention the fact that whether you want to lose 10+ lbs or simply become well versed in the euphoria of athletics, 30 minutes to an hour of exercise a day will not only help your heart beat a little better, but will also add a little bit of self esteem with your new found apperance. Not only will you feel great, but you’ll look great too!

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Work Smarter Not Harder

Like most people in the DC, MD and VA area, you may tend to be a bit of a workaholic. While this may be great for your bank account or aid in helping you climb the corporate ladder this tends to not leave much time for a social life. This year, plan to leave work early at least once a week to go meet friends or colleagues out for a happy hour. We are not suggesting you take up drinking as a main hobby, but we do recommend one night a week, in which you go out and do a social activity. This could be movie night on the mall with friends, a few drinks at the pub by your work or even trivia night with a few friends. This increases your chances of meeting someone great or even just connecting with a colleague you’ve never spent time with on a social level. Make sure to loosen (maybe even lose) the tie or keep some “after work” clothes at the office so that you make yourself look a little more approachable to others. Ladies, you’d be surprised how packing a cute tank, or a change of shoes can give you a little pizazz and confidence.

Save Money

It’s very exciting when you are capable of purchasing items for yourself, maybe a nice pair of boots, a sport coat, or maybe even take a particularly nice trip. Start this year by making a financial commitment to yourself. Put aside a certain amount of money per week or per paycheck to go towards something you really want. The reward of watching your bank account grow and the general stability of having savings will only add to your confidence and demonstrates that you are someone that knows just what they want out of life. Consider cutting back on a few of those guilty pleasures and find deals for your favorite brands, stores and products. Places like Nordstrom Rack & Filenes’s Basement will keep you looking fashionable at a fraction of the cost. Doing little things, like opting for cheaper dining options in stead of expensive restaurants or searching the internet for deals on big purchases will all help you add a little more to the piggy bank. Food, Clothes and electronics can wreak havoc on the bank account and if you lessen these aspects, you will be able to take that trip, put a down payment on that house or maybe even just do more of the things you love.

Learn Something New

Make this the year you start painting, playing tennis or maybe even take that cool cooking class you’ve read about over and over but have never done. Having hobbies and activities outside of work adds a level of interest to your to perspective mates. That  co-ed soccer team you sign up for may have that special person you’ve been looking for, or may even just open you to a whole new network of people you hadn’t thought of before. There are numerous clubs and opportunities out there to try new things with very little downside, outside of an initial learning curve. Check out Meetup.com for a great source for fun and new friends!

Make Amends

Start the year off by taking the high road. Now, this doesn’t mean that you should let bad people back into your life, but do take some time to smooth out these lost relationships and communicate that you do feel a loss without them in your life. Take a look back at an argument from the other person’s perspective and maybe you will begin to see things a little differently. Be the bigger person, apologize for your wrong doings and try to get rid of any negative attention or anger you may be devoting to the situation. Harboring negative emotions towards a person can have more crippling effects on you than you realize, so try to smooth things over for your own benefit. The worse that could happen is the person does not forgive you, but at least you’ve done all you can to reach across the lines.

Choose To Live Happy

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Make the choice (yes, it can be a choice) to be happy everyday. Happiness isn’t something you work towards; it is a way of life. Being positive is the first step in creating a full and happy lifestyle. The same way you can sit down, and feel sorry for yourself, works just as easily in the reverse. Sit down, look on the bright side, and tell yourself that everything will be OK. See the silver lining in the negative things that happen to you through out your life. The fact that you are still alive and breathing is enough to be grateful for, and you should always try to make the most of it.  Don’t forget to just smile.

Quit Bad Habits

If you’ve been wanting to quit smoking, eat healthier, or quit being so negative, now is the time to take on your bad habits. If you remove a bad habit from your life, you create room for something great to take it’s place. Try to figure out what it is that ails you, and get out ahead of it. Reading books will give you an escape from reality, working out will help you with endorphins, taking up cooking can help you lose weight by being in control of the food you intake. There are many positive habits to form, in lieu of bad ones.

Eat Healthy

You have but one life to live, one body, so fuel your body with healthy foods and drinks. There are numerous blogs and books these days to show you yummy and healthy recipes. Try them out; you will be pleasantly surprised that some of the things that are your favorites now can be altered to taste just as good but with a lot less calories and fat. Check out: www.skinnytaste.com for great recipes that taste great! A healthy person is less likely to get sick and staying healthy will give you more time to go on dates.

Try New Looks and Compliment Others

Try new looks that you normally wouldn’t choose, and explore your fashion sense a bit this year. don’t be afraid to have a personal shopper or an image consultant pull new clothes and looks for you. They can make great choices for you, that you may have otherwise not have tried or had seen as a fit for you. Also, try some new makeup, a smokey eye or a red lipstick. They can change an ordinary look into something extraordinary. If you really want to feel great about yourself, make others feel good. Try to see something good in each person you encounter and let them know it. A simple, “I love your sweater” or “your hair looks great today” will definitely make someone feel good about themselves. You will both walk away with smiles on your face and feeling good about yourselves.

And there you have it ladies and gents. Our certified ten things to do in order to start 2013 off right! The world didn’t end in 2012 so once again, New Year, New You!

Here is to a wonderful 2013, Very truly yours,

The Ladies

Avoid packing on the pounds.

All year, we do out best to stay fit and be healthy. Once Thanksgiving rolls around, all our hard work seems to go out the window, and our overindulgence of food and drink seems to flow strongly until we’re left with our New Year’s day hangover. This year, as you continue to look for that special someone in your life; attack the holidays with a plan that wont leave you crabby and and few pounds over where you’d like to be. When attending ...]]>
Tis the season when we tend to be a little more stressed out than usual, with our inner “Grinch” rearing it’s lovely little head. If you’re currently dating, this may put the kibosh on having successful dates or even flirtation. Here are a few tips to stay grounded, happy, and interesting during the holidays.

Avoid packing on the pounds.

All year, we do out best to stay fit and be healthy. Once Thanksgiving rolls around, all our hard work seems to go out the window, and our overindulgence of food and drink seems to flow strongly until we’re left with our New Year’s day hangover. This year, as you continue to look for that special someone in your life; attack the holidays with a plan that wont leave you crabby and and few pounds over where you’d like to be. When attending holiday parties, try to eat something healthy like a salad before the event and once you’ve arrived, allow yourself one or two treats at the event so that you don’t feel deprived.

Be Selective with the amount of dates you go on.

December is filled with family functions, holiday parties, gift exchanges and department store sales; all in addition to your usual social responsibilities. The social calendar is filled up, and time is a rare commodity. USE YOUR TIME WISELY. We’re not saying that you should not date this month but we do recommend being a bit more selective with whom you choose to spend time with. For example; Online dating may not be the way to go this month, as you don’t necessarily want to spend your time meeting strangers who are not at all the way they’re OK Cupid profile has suggested (sorry Mike, from Arlington; who likes rock climbing). On the other hand, if there is someone at your office whom you’ve been eying for a while; have at it. Or maybe even go on that blind date your buddy and his wife have been advocating for. Just make sure to schedule the date when you have plenty of time to relax and get ready. You always want to be feeling good and relaxed on a date.

Get Plenty Of Rest

Remember, the holidays are a time to cherish with those you love and the people you care about. That can take a lot out of a person and can make dating during this time of year a little difficult. But the season does bring a bit of cheer and happiness. A happy person gives off an energy that can be attractive and felt by others around them. Eat well, manage your time, work out, and GET PLENTY OF REST.
Make sure to stay positive while going about your day to day activities and remember that even during that third holiday party of the month, with two more lined up for the week, you want to put your best foot forward; Because even though you may not be looking for them, The One may be looking for you.

Happy Holidays everyone, and a happy new year from The One!

Ladies

Happy October Everyone! Yes, that’s right it’s the wonderful autumn month of October where fall festivities get into full swing, including everyone’s childhood favorite: Halloween. But Halloween isn’t JUST for kids anymore. It’s the perfect time to let loose, jump start your creativity and meet new people in an over-the-top way!

The main thing to remember about Halloween is that you should have fun. Pick something that you like and you feel good in. You should feel confident in your costume and go for appeal. Halloween doesn’t suspend the rules of dating, you should still show confidence, look your best, and knock the socks off the person whose attention you’re going after. Here are some quick tips in case you get stuck:

So it’s that time of year when the masses huddle around their TV screens and watch hours of football on Sundays, Mondays and Thursdays (seriously, thurdays?). We at The One, forever trying to help couples achieve maximum success in relationships would like to share a few tips for you ladies on how to effectively love and satisfy your man’s other love interest.

If you are married, separated, not yet divorced or have been dating someone for over 3 months then you should answer: “No I am not single” or  ”I consider myself single but I have been dating someone for X many months.” Even if you have not had the “are we exclusive” conversation, chances are that one of you isn’t looking to meet anyone else.

So when do you have the “are we exclusive” talk? It’s obviously important for both of ...]]> While this may seem like an easy question to answer, we’ve recently learned that people have different ways of defining dating versus relationships, and that they usually do so in a way that is very personal to their perspective. With that in mind we wanted to write about it to try dispel any nagging confusion you (or your dating partner) might have.

If you are married, separated, not yet divorced or have been dating someone for over 3 months then you should answer: “No I am not single” or  ”I consider myself single but I have been dating someone for X many months.” Even if you have not had the “are we exclusive” conversation, chances are that one of you isn’t looking to meet anyone else.

So when do you have the “are we exclusive” talk? It’s obviously important for both of you to know where your relationship is going. We do not think a person should ask these kind of questions after a second or third date but after, say, 2 months, it is important for you to be up front and honest to ascertain whether your relationship is going in the direction that you both envision. You can tell if the relationship is heading down “commitment road” by the way you feel and by the way the person treats you. Signs that a relationship is ready to be monogamous may include:

1. Calling you when they can because they want to, not as an obligation
2. You know they are not dating other people
3. You genuinely feel that they care for you
4. They make a point to see you regularly

We do not suggest asking “Where do we stand?” more than once or every time you see each other. This may actually have adverse affect – feeling smothered, trapped or duped into a relationship. If you feel that this person is “not that into you” or like you are always last on their list of priorities, feel free to broach that subject. Ask the person if they see future plans with you and if not simply cut them off and look for someone who is going to give you what you deserve. Who knows, they may come running back to you for fear of losing the best thing they ever had. If not there’s no reason to get discouraged, there’s a lot of fish in the sea.

Here’s a quote that we think illustrates this point:

“You do not need to be loved, not at the cost of yourself. The single relationship that is truly central and crucial in a life is the relationship to the self. Of all the people you will know in a lifetime, you are the only one you will never lose.”

- Jo Courdert

So even though it sounds selfish, put yourself first. Give the relationship enough time to nurture itself naturally and know when to throw in the towel! The best relationships have a foundation built on honesty and integrity. So get out there and have fun and know you can be confident that you are putting the most important person first, yourself!

For ...]]> Dating in the summertime is very exciting! Your date spot options expand with the (sometimes) beautiful weather to include restaurants and venues whose main draw is their outdoor seating. Still in the end, as with any season, you are just looking to have a good time with someone you are interested in. The right location can help you relax and slip right into easy conversations and if things go well, maybe a little after-dinner dancing. With summertime on our mind, we decided to “serve” up (get it) 5 of our favorite places that will make those first dates a little less awkward, or provide a nice change of pace for you and your significant other. Some of these are old standbys, and others are new hot spots, but we think you’ll enjoy all of them!

Boundary Road – H st. NE.

For those of you seeking a hip and trendy place this has all the facets of a vivacious evening. Boundary Road has great food, great drinks, an excellent atmosphere in addition to a menu that is affordable, yet refined. Although the cozy tables create an intimate environment the space can get noisy, which could come in handy should you run into any awkward silences.

Unum – 28 & M st. Nw Georgetown

Unum is a super cute, small-plates wine bar.  Boasting a sophicated menu with an amazing wine selection Unum automatically sets an impressive, while unpretentious mood for the evening. Casual elegance is the theme for this new restaurant in Georgetown, so it’s unsurprising that it’s quickly becoming a popular date spot for city-goers. The wait staff will kindly offer up great selections off their creative menu, that serves everything from oysters to braised short rib pasta.

Iron Gate – DuPont-ish

Iron Gate is currently closed, but it will be opening up in 6 months with a new Chef (Chef from Vermillion). This is the ultimate romantic date spot! The ambiance does everything it can to transport you to a small Italian/French bistro! When it reopens, it will be featuring a new menu with Italian and Greek elements. We are very, very excited for this to return, enough to put it on our list even though it’s not open. We just want you to be prepared. The European vibe is sure to impress any date and the great atmosphere will melt away any shyness and spark lots of conversation.

Jazz in the park at the National Sculpture Garden

Starting May 25th (THIS WEEK!), every Friday in the sculpture garden is Jazz in the park. Enjoy sitting on the grass with a homemade picnic or enjoy yummy treats with great sangria from the from the Pavilion Cafe! We know, we know this isn’t really a restaurant date spot, but we had to put it on our list since it’s such a great change of pace from the normal urban restaurant dating scene.

CoCo Sala. – 929 F st. NW

The Latin tapas restaurant is well-known for their amazing chocolates and desserts is a really fun place for a date. The food is very flavorful so the small plate menu is perfect for getting your food fix without worrying about over-sized portions. The place turns into a pseudo night club after dinner hours where you can dance the night away with your date, and is perfect as a mood-setting location.