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By Courtney Allen for CupidsPulse.com

The ever-so jolly holiday season sets the stage for one of the most romantic times of the year. But no worries single gals and guys, there is more than enough love to go around. Even in the midst of the frantic, last minute gift shopping and preparations for throwing an unforgettable party to kick off the New Year, love is in the air- and not just for the ones who are taken. The lovely holiday season provides plenty opportunity to meet a honey just in time to snag a kiss under the mistletoe. Anything can happen during the holidays, so keep your eyes and options open for potential love in these places:

1. Christmas party: Holiday parties are an absolute must during Christmas time. Take complete advantage of the endless party invites this year. Throw on a fancy, red dress or suit and go to a Christmas party or two. Make the extra effort to introduce yourself to the attendees. Sip on eggnog and embrace the holiday spirit with new friends…

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Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick. Photo: Harrison/Getty Images

By Deanna Atkins for CupidsPulse.com

In Hollywood you never know who's going to step out as the next big couple, especially when the new duo can be broken up before the official word even gets out. To be fair, it has to be difficult to maintain a relationship that is constantly in the public eye - but hey, don't they get paid for that? Aside from frequent budding romances, we're constantly hearing about those couples who just can't commit. They're on one week, and off the next week and then before you know it they've eloped ... only to divorce weeks later.

These crazy pairs constantly keep us guessing while never failing to surprise us with yet another breakup or make-up. Sometimes we enjoy staying on the relationship's roller coaster ride, but we have to wonder why these stars are so incapable of staying together:

Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick

This duo may look flawless together, but even with the two beautiful babies to show for their

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By Jennifer Harrington for CupidsPulse.com

Everyone knows the oldies song that proclaims "breaking up is hard to do", but do you ever wonder why some women stay in bad relationships, rather than breaking up and starting over? Look no further than Hollywood to identify some of the most common reasons women don't kiss Mr. Wrong goodbye:

Related: Breaking Up Without Breaking Down

1. She fears being single. Esquire Magazine's 2011 Sexiest Woman Alive, Rihanna, has publicly admitted she hates the single life and it's "overrated". She's made it no secret that she's looking for that special guy to share her life with. While Rihanna may claim she is not enjoying her time unattached, after her disastrous relationship with Chris Brown, it seems she is taking some time out of the dating game to have fun and heal.

2. She doesn't want to face the stigma of divorce. After being married for two decades, there's no question that Robyn Gibson knew about some of the problems her

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In this week's video, our resident dating mentor, QuickieChick Laurel House, tells us why obsessing over how much you hate your body can be damaging to your relationship. The truth is that your guy doesn't notice if you've gained a couple of pounds. But, if you push him on it and keep repeating yourself, he may start viewing you the way you view yourself - and you don't want that! "We are so hard on ourselves. We are harder on ourselves than anyone else," says House. Instead of complaining to your man about your insecurities, she tells us how to handle those body issues and focus on the positive things about ourselves. Remember: Your partner may love what you hate so much about yourself!

By Dr. Tranquility - Lydia Belton, PhD, Ct. H.A. for CupidsPulse.com

November is a great time to nail down all of your holiday plans, especially if you're in a newer relationship, like Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling. Will you spend these special days together? If so, where? If you have been together for a while, like Evan Rachel Wood and Jamie Bell, will you be with family? If so, which one and on which holiday? These seem like very simple decisions, but it they can make for some serious arguments if not addressed and handled properly. Before you get overwhelmed with too many questions, here are three easy ways to keep your relationship stress-free during the holidays:

Related: Three's a Crowd: Four Perfect Couples Holidays

Step 1: Meeting the family. Family can be stressful under the best of circumstances for all of us, especially during the holidays. One key to your relationship surviving is being respectful and supportive of each other while spending time with each

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By Nic Baird CupidsPulse.com

The rich and famous get tattoos for the same reasons as anyone else, and at least at its core, it's about self-expression and an unchanging reminder in a changing life. A celebrity's brand is their image, and that's often something to consider when deciding between Mike Tyson's tribal face design or Drew Barrymore's navel butterfly. While we common folk might get a little attention for a bold new tat, it doesn't compare to the buzz created by new celebrity ink. Here are some of the reasons celebrities get tattoos. For the most part, they're not that different from anyone else.

Related: LeAnn Rimes Announce Love for Eddie Cibrian with a New Tattoo

1. Self-Expression, Individualism, Look-At-Me: Maybe our expectations of rock stars like Amy Winehouse push artists to mark themselves as such. Music superstars seem like credible artists with some eye-catching body art. Rock Of Love 2 runner-up, Daisy de la Hoya was a human canvas. Her iconic three

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By Bernadette McCadden for CupidsPulse.com

Having a pet can be extremely beneficial in creating and maintaining a healthy relationship. A study of 240 couples by the University at Buffalo found that those who own cats or dogs "have closer relationships, are more satisfied in marriage, and respond better to stress than couples who do not." But as with anything in life, there can be too much of a good thing. While many couples do thrive when raising a pet together, some couples can overwhelm themselves with the responsibility.

If you and your man are in a new relationship, having a pet can give you fun things to do together. If you have a dog, take the pup out for late night walks together or make a picnic and enjoy a day in the park! If you are already in a serious relationship and are thinking about starting a family, getting a puppy can be a great next step. It introduces you to the idea of focusing your time and energy on helping something other than yourself grow.

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Question from Sarah J.: I've been really annoyed by the amount of relationship pictures showing up on my News Feed - all I see are photos of couples kissing or cuddling! Where does social media draw the line on public displays of affection (PDA)? How much relationship sharing is too much?

Answers from Our Love Experts:

Tristan Coopersmith, Love Stylist: Social media is a weird space. It's a space that encourages us to be friends with strangers, over-share personal details and solicit opinions and validation from random people… all things we clearly know not to do in real life. Social media is desperate for those unspoken rules of "too much information" that the real world instinctively knows. So how much skin, how much gush, how much intimate sharing is too much?

Well, in my opinion, although showing your affection for your loved one is sweet, and friends and family do enjoy seeing how blissful you are, quantity and quality should be

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