Mike Zacchio

Mike is a New York-based writer and admitted hopeless romantic. If Ted Mosby and Carrie Bradshaw had a son, it would be him. When he’s not writing about love, dating, and relationships, he’s working his actual job as a sports reporter and columnist.

Tune into his podcast, “Heart Of The Matter” here.

There’s A Difference Between Being “Too Available” And “Making Time For Someone”

If you’re willing to drop everything in a moment’s notice, then yes, maybe you are making yourself too available; but if you’re simply persistent and motivated enough to spend time with someone, I don’t necessarily see that as a bad thing.

A Letter To My Future Wife: I Just Haven’t Met You Yet

I could have already seen you, but right now I would have no idea it’s you.

9 Things Guys Need To Stop Doing To Girls

Getting numbers with no intention of calling.

8 Things Girls Need To Stop Doing To Guys

Saying what you think (or know) we want to hear, but not believing it.

5 Ways Being A Journalist Made Me A Better Lover

You become a better listener.

Friends Are Like Stocks, Invest Wisely

I’ve come to the realization that friends are like stocks — you invest in them, hoping you’ll be happy with the return; you’ll go through ups and downs, but ultimately stick with them; if they no longer become of value to you, you dump it.

7 Reasons Girls Don’t Get Right-Swiped On Tinder

1. You Have One Picture.

If “The Thirst Is Real,” Then I’m Parched

“The thirst” is everything that is wrong with today’s logic in dating. “Oh, someone who likes you is showing you interest?!” Man, how desperate is that?