12 Clever Ways To Avoid A Broken Heart

Have you been dating responsibly? Sure heartbreak happens to everyone, but there's ways to increase your happiness and have your needs met with dating.

It's important to date with your head and your heart. But how do you go about doing that?

From recognizing what makes you happy to being open about your feelings (and encouraging him to do the same), our friends at Essence list the things you need to keep in mind to find love.

Ready for happiness? Here's how to be a better dater.

See the 12 ways at Essence: Date Responsibly: 12 Ways to Avoid Heartbreak 

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