Field notes · Valentin, from Moscow
The working journal of a matchmaker who lives what he writes (and vice versa).
The pay-per-letter model turns conversation into a product. Find out why it is a scam and how to protect yourself.
Without clear male commitment, women seek material compensation. Honesty is a competitive advantage in love.
The low-desire society, a term coined by Kenichi Ohmae in 2016: Japan as a warning for the West, China in its wake, and the contrast Russia still offers.
Five billing models exist in international matchmaking. Only one is credible. Here is how to make the right choice.
Long-distance relationships fail due to lack of structure, not lack of affection. Here are the methods and cultural codes you need to know.
When a Russian woman pulls away, the worst mistake is to over-invest. Here is the 4-step strategy to handle the situation.
The Orthodox Church allows up to three religious marriages, unlike Catholicism. Understanding this difference is essential.
Russia is not an easy country. Those who refuse to adapt will remain tourists. Here is what you really need to know.
Before seeking an international relationship, you must settle accounts with your past. Here is how to lay lasting foundations.
Are you ready?
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