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Here are some essential dating tips for Greek men!

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I stumbled upon this article and I thought you all would find it helpful. Dating these days is a bit harder because of the pandemic so we all need a little bit of help! Good luck :) My advice is to be true to yourself and just enjoy dating

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Essential Dating Tips for Greek Men

Are you a Greek man looking for that special someone? Here are some essential dating tips that will help!
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Here's a tip. Don't :LOL:. They will expect you to be like their mother
 
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That's funny.....Does this still happen???
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Unfortunately, yes. The younger generation (I'm a millennial btw) is the worst... The guys want a traditional wife who will be exactly like their mom... They are very jealous and controlling too.

Edit: I'm talking about men who were born and raised in Greece, not Greek men born and raised in Canada/Australia/USA/UK etc... Those Greek men have a different head on their shoulders
 
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Unfortunately, yes. The younger generation (I'm a millennial btw) is the worst... The guys want a traditional wife who will be exactly like their mom... They are very jealous and controlling too.

Edit: I'm talking about men who were born and raised in Greece, not Greek men born and raised in Canada/Australia/USA/UK etc... Those Greek men have a different head on their shoulders
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This has been my experience too, and of course, there are exceptions to the rule... Dating can be tricky! Here's some information:

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Read these Greek dating tips and helpful information for Greek singles.
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I’ve found that keeping things light and real goes a long way, especially now. If someone wants to meet people without overthinking it, checking out omegle alternatives can be handy for relaxed chats and getting a feel for new connections. Staying open, having a bit of humor, and not forcing anything usually makes conversations flow way better, whether online or face to face.
 
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How does your family celebrate?

I’d love to hear how everyone here celebrates Christmas in their own Greek way, whether you’re in Greece or part of the diaspora. Every family I know seems to have its own version of the holiday, shaped by region, faith, and generations of habits. Some homes revolve around church and fasting, others around baking marathons and big family tables, and others around quiet gatherings with just a few people.

Do you celebrate on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, or both? Are there specific foods that absolutely have to be on your table every year? Do you make Christopsomo, melomakarona, kourabiedes, or something unique to your family’s region? I’m especially curious about traditions that came from grandparents or villages that maybe aren’t as common anymore.

If you feel like sharing, I’d love to read about the rituals, foods, church customs, music, or even small personal traditions that make Greek Christmas feel like Christmas to you.

Village Storytelling Traditions in Greece?

I’m curious — are there still village storytelling traditions in Greece?

My family originally came from a few small mountain villages, but we’ve been in the U.S. for several generations now, and we don’t really have anyone left back in Greece to ask about this. I’ve been thinking about visiting someday, and I keep wondering: if I went to those villages, would there still be older people who share stories the way our grandparents used to?

I don’t mean just local history from books or museums — I’m thinking more about personal stories, folktales, myths, or even funny old family anecdotes passed down out loud.

Does that kind of thing still exist in rural Greece today? Would it be welcomed if I asked about it while visiting, or is it something that has faded away with time?

I’d love to know what to expect and how to approach it respectfully.

Anyone here struggle with outpatient rehab not being enough?

I’m curious if anyone else has been through this. I’ve been trying to get sober for a while now and started with a standard outpatient program because it seemed easier to balance with work and daily life. At first it felt okay, but after a couple weeks I noticed I was slipping back into old habits way faster than I expected.
It kinda feels like once the session is over, you’re just thrown back into the same environment with very little structure or support. I’m starting to wonder if outpatient is just too “light” for some people, especially if relapse has already happened before.
Has anyone here switched from regular outpatient to something more structured like IOP or medication-assisted treatment? Did it actually make a difference, or was it just more time in treatment with the same results?
Would really appreciate hearing real experiences — good or bad.

Information About Apokries?

I’ve been curious about how people experience Apokries and what it looks like in different parts of Greece. For some, it seems centered on big public celebrations and costumes, while for others it’s more about smaller gatherings, food, and local customs.

I’m especially interested in the traditions people grew up with. Was Apokries something your family actively celebrated, or did it feel more like a community event? Did you attend costume parties, parades, or specific local festivities? And how did days like Tsiknopempti fit into it for you?

I’d also love to hear whether your experience changed over time, for example, celebrating differently as a child versus as an adult, or noticing differences between village and city celebrations.

For those who no longer live in Greece, do you still mark Apokries in some way, or has it faded with distance?

I’m looking forward to hearing how this tradition shows up for others.

Greek New Year Traditions?

I was thinking about Greek New Year’s and realized how different it can look depending on the family. Some people keep it very simple, others have a full house, food on the table, and specific traditions they do every year.

In my family, the focus was always on being together, cutting the vasilopita, and easing into the new year rather than making a big spectacle of it. I know some families stay up late, some go to church, and others treat it more like a quiet reset after the holidays.

I’m curious how others celebrate. Do you have any specific New Year’s traditions that feel especially Greek to you? Is there something you do every year without thinking about it, or something that only makes sense inside your family? I’d love to hear how people mark the start of the year.
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