The Challenger Podcast

What's Your Type? takes a look at modern relationships through the lens of The Enneagram, attachment theory and self-awareness. Today's episode discusses whether your attachment style and Enneagram type are RED FLAGS! Your thoughts? Dealbreaker or not a big deal? If you're like me, you've been overwhelmed with all the choices available to you on dating apps and the mixed signals that you receive over text that are hard to understand. A few years ago, I was in the same place so I sought out relationship experts and real life daters to help our audience understand how to navigate modern dating where texting, social media and dating apps are ways that people connect and communicate in the modern world. Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the Community, and help others find the self-awareness they're looking for. Are you looking for support as you navigate modern dating with texting, social media and dating apps as a primary way that people connect and communicate? Are you looking to heal your relationships while receiving and contributing to the lives of others from around the world? Check out the challenge group and join me today for a free week trial of the like changing program. Check out my Tiktok Page for a candid look into modern dating. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube For more episodes visit me at DaveGlaser.com | Instagram @coachdaveglaser

In this episode, I explore whether long-distance relationships are a deal breaker, examining factors like attachment styles, communication, and compatibility across different Enneagram types. Discover practical insights to help you decide if the challenges and opportunities of long-distance love make sense for you. If you're like me, you've been overwhelmed with all the choices available to you on dating apps and the mixed signals that you receive over text that are hard to understand. A few years ago, I was in the same place so I sought out relationship experts and real life daters to help our audience understand how to navigate modern dating where texting, social media and dating apps are ways that people connect and communicate in the modern world. Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the Community, and help others find the self-awareness they're looking for. Are you looking for support as you navigate modern dating with texting, social media and dating apps as a primary way that people connect and communicate? Are you looking to heal your relationships while receiving and contributing to the lives of others from around the world?  Check out the challenge group and join me today for a free week trial of the like changing program. Check out my Tiktok Page for a candid look into modern dating. @dave.glaser Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube For more episodes visit me at DaveGlaser.com | Instagram @coachdaveglaser Key  topics The impact of attachment styles on long-distance relationships How Enneagram types view and handle distance Communication strategies for maintaining connection Signs of healthy vs. unhealthy long-distance relationships The importance of shared goals and expectations How to assess compatibility for long-distance love The role of emotional and spiritual intimacy Challenges faced by anxious and avoidant attachment styles Practical tips for making long-distance relationships work Recognizing when distance reveals incompatibility Chapters 00:00 Introduction: Are Long-Distance Relationships a Deal Breaker? 02:09 What Makes a Long-Distance Relationship Work? 05:01 The Importance of Communication and Planning 08:01 Attachment Styles and Their Influence on Distance 11:12 Enneagram Types and Their Perspectives on Distance 15:04 Signs of a Healthy Long-Distance Relationship 19:01 Common Challenges for Anxiously and Avoidantly Attached Partners 22:51 How to Build Trust and Manage Uncertainty 27:05 The Role of Compatibility and Shared Goals 30:50 The Upsides of Long-Distance Love 35:02 When Distance Reveals Incompatibility 39:09 Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts    

The Dealbreakers Podcast takes a look at modern relationships through the lens of The Enneagram, attachment theory and self-awareness.  Today's episode discusses what to do if your date is friends with their ex!  Your thoughts?  Dealbreaker or nah? If you're like me, you've been overwhelmed with all the choices available to you on dating apps and the mixed signals that you receive over text that are hard to understand.  A few years ago, I was in the same place so I sought out relationship experts and real life daters to help our audience understand how to navigate modern dating where texting, social media and dating apps are ways that people connect and communicate in the modern world.  Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the Community, and help others find the self-awareness they're looking for. Are you looking for support as you navigate modern dating with texting, social media and dating apps as a primary way that people connect and communicate?   Are you looking to heal your relationships while receiving and contributing to the lives of others from around the world?  Check out the challenge group and join me today for a free week trial of the like changing program. Check out my Tiktok Page for a candid look into modern dating. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube For more episodes visit me at DaveGlaser.com | Instagram @coachdaveglaser

In this episode, Dave Glaser explores the common red flag of claiming all exes are crazy, and what it reveals about self-awareness, patterns, and accountability in dating. He offers insights into how to interpret this phrase and what it means for healthy relationships. The Dealbreaker Podcast takes a look at modern relationships through the lens of The Enneagram, attachment theory and self-awareness. If you're like me, you've been overwhelmed with all the choices available to you on dating apps and the mixed signals that you receive over text that are hard to understand. A few years ago, I was in the same place so I sought out relationship experts and real life daters to help our audience understand how to navigate modern dating where texting, social media and dating apps are ways that people connect and communicate in the modern world. Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the Dave Glaser Community, and help others find the self-awareness they're looking for. Are you looking for support as you navigate modern dating with texting, social media and dating apps as a primary way that people connect and communicate? Are you looking to heal your relationships while receiving and contributing to the lives of others from around the world? Check out one-on-one coaching and join me today for a free week trial of the life changing program. Check out my Tiktok Page for a candid look into modern dating. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube For more episodes visit me at DaveGlaser.com | Instagram @coachdaveglaser

In this episode, I want to explore the nuanced role of alcohol has in dating, asking the question, "How many drinks is too many?" and how drinking behaviors reveal deeper compatibility issues. I emphasize the importance of self-awareness, boundaries, and understanding what your deal breakers truly are. How many drinks is your dealbreaker? Have you ever seen someone lose control on a first date after too many drinks?  Let's explore this question together and tie it in to each Enneagram type.   Your weekly challenge: Five dealbreakers vs. Five preferences.  Write them down and email them to me at [email protected] or DM me on Instagram @datingdealbreakers Key  topics The impact of alcohol on first dates and relationship signals How different Enneagram types respond to alcohol in dating scenarios The importance of self-awareness and boundaries in dating Red flags and deal breakers related to alcohol consumption How alcohol can mask or reveal emotional regulation issues Takeaways Alcohol use on a first date can reveal more than it conceals about a person's emotional regulation and compatibility. Self-awareness about your deal breakers is crucial for healthy dating and relationships. Different Enneagram types have distinct responses to alcohol that can influence dating dynamics. Understanding whether alcohol is a cover-up or a reveal can help you assess relationship potential. Your deal breakers should protect your well-being, not prevent genuine connection. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the role of alcohol in dating 01:52 How many drinks are too many? Personal boundaries vary 03:59 Behavior changes after drinking and what they reveal 05:54 Alcohol as a mask or reveal of emotional regulation 07:52 Key relationship questions beyond alcohol 08:49 The impact of alcohol on the speed of emotional connection 10:13 Enneagram types and their responses to alcohol 15:04 Vulnerability, honesty, and alcohol in relationships 16:57 Reflecting on your deal breakers and boundaries