Shayla Ahrns

Dating and Relationships Writer
Shayla Ahrns discovered her love of words at a young age and hasn't stopped writing since. An avid dater with a great sense of humor, Shayla considers herself a bit of a dating app expert and loves to share the the highs and lows of her love life. She has written her own blog over the years and self-published a book of poetry in 2017. Shayla has been helping Zoosk to create entertaining, engaging content on all topics around online dating, love, and relationships.

Articles

A woman getting over a crush, reading her journal in a field.
January 4, 2019 • By Shayla Ahrns

Over the Torture? 5 Tips for Getting Over a Crush

Moving forward can often seem impossible, but here’s the secret… it isn’t.

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Two men who are life partners standing against a wall and laughing together in their engagement photos.
November 20, 2018 • By Shayla Ahrns

5 Ways to Recognize Your Life Partner

Don’t be afraid to go with your heart, it will know.

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A woman who learned how to forgive a cheater standing in a field while the wind whips her hair around.
November 11, 2018 • By Shayla Ahrns

How to Forgive a Cheater and Move On with Your Life

There’s no denying it’s one of the harder things you’ll do. But it might give you the peace you crave.

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A woman in a one-sided relationship doing all the laundry by herself.
November 9, 2018 • By Shayla Ahrns

Are You in a One-sided Relationship?

Take a look at your relationship. Do you get back all you give?

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A couple in the senior dating scene, dancing in the park and laughing as the man dips the woman.
September 3, 2018 • By Shayla Ahrns

Why the Senior Dating Scene is More Lively Than Ever

As we come into a new generation of seniors, dating has been redefined.

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Young man using smartphone for online dating and choosing between Bumble vs. Tinder.
August 23, 2018 • By Shayla Ahrns

Bumble vs. Tinder: Which Is Best For Men And Women?

You may be surprised.

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A couple in an older man younger woman relationship dancing under the trees and laughing.
August 7, 2018 • By Shayla Ahrns

Older Man Younger Woman Relationship Dynamics

How do age-gap relationships work?

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A girl kissing her date and wondering how many dates before it's a relationship.
July 15, 2018 • By Shayla Ahrns

How Many Dates Before It’s a Relationship

They say you know when you know, but there’s often a gray area when it comes to defining a relationship.

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A woman who's learning how to let go of someone you love, sitting with her coffee and thinking.
July 13, 2018 • By Shayla Ahrns

How to Let Go of Someone You Love

Dealing with the heartache of letting go can be incredibly difficult to navigate, but it is possible. And it’s also necessary.

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