SINGLE or TAKEN: Do You Want To Get Lucky?
“May your hands be forever clasped in friendship and your hearts joined forever in love.”~~Irish Blessing
We have recently been asked to compile a list of trending dos and don’ts specific to 2026. Each year, the dating climate changes, and sadly, the longer people stay on their screens (from social media to online dating), the more severe issues become. Luckily, we are here to help. March is about lighthearted thinking, kindness, and hopeful energy. We all want to be lucky, and most of us know that you can create it. This March, people are ready. Ready to move and groove? Ready to meet quality people? Ready to fall in love? Accelerating this primal desire, the Year of the Fire Horse is riding high, and if you did not take advantage of your resources and gifts in 2025, now is the time to slam dunk your dreams.
At Revolution Dating, we work with incredible singles every day. Our pool is ever-changing and growing astronomically. We relish in actively studying the latest trends and emerging issues in the dating pool, in and out of the club. As we charge into 2026, get intentional and make it happen. There are surefire facts that will diminish your luck in any venue or forum. Follow on if you want to get lucky this year. Do you know someone who needs to read this article? If so, pass it on and share this with a single friend, neighbor, or family member. Thank us later!
Do Have an Open Mind
Too many singles cling to a lengthy, rigid checklist. Chemistry doesn’t follow a spreadsheet. The strongest couples we’ve matched did not initially “fit their mold”. Open-minded people fall in love more often. Period.
Do Focus on the Big Picture, Not the Details
Dating is not about dissecting flaws—it’s about recognizing potential. Obsessing over minor details—like whether you like their outfit or they told one awkward joke—will block you from seeing the whole human in front of you. Great relationships are built on alignment, not perfection. Be accepting of others (and yourself).
Do Positivity & Kindness
Let us be clear: negativity is out. It’s not attractive. It’s not edgy. It’s not for dating or work. Negative people perpetuate negativity. They pass it on. Stay away from this attitude if you suffer from it–and flip your own script. Realize and accept that positivity is magnetic. It’s hot! Kindness is powerful and necessary. When you show up warm, engaged, and gracious, you instantly become more attractive. The energy you bring is the energy you receive–in all aspects of life. Check out Mel Robbin’s Podcast “Steps You Need to Protect Your ENERGY and Create a Positive Life.”
Do Give Grace To Others and Yourself
Everyone is nervous on a first date—even the most confident person in the room. Maybe they stumbled over their words. Maybe they were a little quieter than usual. Maybe they talked too much. Give grace. A first date is not a performance; it’s an introduction. A first date is not a job interview. In 2026, people have become so hard on one another. Let’s stop it.
Do Listen to Others Speak without Interruption
Listening is the opposite of preparing your answer while someone is speaking. When you truly listen, you remember details. You respond thoughtfully. You make your date feel understood. Good verbal communication is the foundation of attraction. Have you ever met someone who was not initially your type? And after a good conversation, you suddenly found them super appealing?
Do Less Judging
You do not know everything–especially not within the first 20 minutes. Let attraction grow. Sometimes depth reveals itself slowly. If you shut down early, you will miss out on the meaningful green lights. You will miss out on a good match because you are too narrow-minded. Let the date unfold before you decide the outcome.
Do Compliment Your Date (Realistically)
A sincere compliment goes a long way. Tell them they chose a great restaurant. Acknowledge their sense of humor. Compliment their style or perspective. Notice the good in the person sitting across from you. Most of all–ask for a second date before the night is over. This is the ultimate compliment! Simply say: “I’d love to do this again.” It’s direct and refreshing in a world of mixed signals.
Don’t Interrupt Your Date
Cutting someone off mid-sentence signals one thing: “What I’m about to say matters more than you.” It’s dismissive—and deeply unattractive.
Don’t Keep Your Phone Near You
Nothing says “you’re not my priority” like a glowing screen between you. Presence is appealing. Live in real life.
Don’t Fixate on What You Dislike About Your Date
The second you start listing flaws internally, you stop being present. Overthinking kills chemistry. Stay curious instead of critical.
Don’t Order Like a Wolf or Drink Like a Fish
Just don’t do it.
Don’t Talk About Politics, Religion, or Your Ex
Controversial deep dives on a first date? Risky. There is a time and place for those conversations. The first martini usually isn’t it.
Don’t Text More Than 5–7 Words
Long emotional paragraphs after one date? Overwhelming. Keep it light. Keep it simple. Mystery is magnetic.
Last but not least, DO call and/orregister your name at REVOLUTION DATING if you are serious about finding your plus one (minus the exhausting discovery process). Surround yourself with professionals who understand compatibility, values, and long-term success. Online swiping fatigue is real. Curated introductions are the future. May the road rise up to meet you!
Xoxo & Happy Saint Patrick’s Day, Kelly and Miranda
#FindBlissIn2026 #MatchmakingRoyalty #MatchmakingEra #TellYourFriends #LuckOTheIrish
Kelly Leary, M.S.© is CEO and Founder of Revolution Dating which she launched in 2014. Kelly has 35 years in the dating industry and a master’s degree in clinical psychology. She has been written about in Modern Luxury Magazine Palm Beach and Modern Luxury Manhattan, The Palm Beach Post, The Shiny Sheet, Stuart News, The Coastal Pearl, Jupiter Magazine, and many more. Revolution Dating clients are pre-screened in person, including background checks and ID verification. Professional photos are taken by the staff. Revolution Dating is NOT online dating or blind dating. In addition to providing matchmaking services that make singles “UN-single” through their exclusive club memberships, Kelly and Miranda also provide feedback from dates when appropriate. Mock Dates are available by request. Single Coaching Sessions and Evaluations are also available by request for non-members or as an add-on to some memberships. *All inquiries are confidential *Specializing in representing jet-setting clients with a second home in the Northeast Area or Mountain Country. Do call the central hotline at 561-630-9696 (XOXO) to hold your place in the club. Why wait? Just date!
Lucky in Love with Revolution Dating:
Your Lucky Charm is be right in front of you. Revolution Dating, the long-standing Award-Winning Matchmaking Firm, is connecting real upscale singles in real life. See what goes on behind the scenes at the Corporate Headquarters of Love. We appreciate those of you who share your love openly, but for those who want to remain confidential, we got you! Have an incredible March, and remember it is never too late to date. #TellYourFriends #LuckyInLove #KissMeImIrish
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