From sending lackluster hellos to inundating women with unwanted dick pics, men have a deservedly bad reputation when it comes to online dating (and almost any other type of communication). This week, Sarah and Adam are joined by artist Sarey Ruden who has made a name for herself by turning the awkward and awful comments men make into spectacular art. The three discuss the best ways to have productive and healthy conversations online, how to improve the chances of getting a reply, and how not to approach women through a dating app or in life itself. It’s not hard to avoid being an awful person if you’re willing to put in even a modicum of effort.

Check out Sarey’s artwork online at Sareytales.com or at @Sareytales on Instagram, Twitter and across social media. And don’t forget to enter the contest to win some of Sarey’s amazing artwork at DatingKindaSucks.com!

About Sarey Ruden:

Detroit-based artist Sarey Ruden’s project “Sareytales: The Art of Online Dating” is a collection of art inspired by the creepy, cruel and misogynistic messages she has received during her online dating journey. Sarey turns tragic text messages into fearless, empowering and thought-provoking works of art. Using design, humor and personal insight, Sareytales hopes to increase awareness to the online dating cyber-bullying and sexual harassment culture.