Your Life, Love, and Relationship Coach, Joey Francess

Entitlement is killing modern dating — and nobody wants to talk about it honestly.In this first episode of the new year, I’m calling out the transactional mindset that has taken over dating on both sides.Men who think money buys access.Women who believe their value is tied to expensive dates.And everyone wondering why dating feels empty, exhausting, and broken.Dating was never meant to be a business deal.It was never meant to be an exchange of money for intimacy or status for attention.Real dating is an exchange of energy, time, curiosity, and intention.In this episode, we break down:Why entitlement is poisoning modern datingHow transactional thinking leads to resentment, cheating, and disappointmentWhy coffee dates aren’t “cheap” — they’re intentionalHow leading with money, looks, or demands attracts the wrong partnersThe difference between pure intention and performative datingHow to reset your dating energy and start the year cleanIf you want real connection, stability, and something that actually lasts — this episode is your wake-up call.This year isn’t about dating harder.It’s about dating better.Drop the entitlement.Drop the transactions.Start leading with intention.For more information on my books and services, JoeyFrancess.comMessage me your question or story!dating, modern dating, dating advice, relationship advice, dating podcast, dating mindset, entitlement in dating, men and dating, women and dating, dating standards, dating expectations, dating energy, intentional dating, healthy relationships, relationship coach, dating coach, emotional maturity, modern relationships, dating culture, self awareness, personal growth, love and relationships

Cuffing season promises warmth, validation, and someone to stand beside you during the holidays. But beneath the surface, it often hides compromise — chemistry mistaken for compatibility, comfort mistaken for connection.In this episode, I expose the illusion of cuffing season and reveal why “good for now” always costs you later. Through raw storytelling and practical coaching, you’ll learn how to spot the difference between seasonal comfort and genuine alignment — and how to protect your standards when the pressure to settle feels strongest.This isn’t about shame. It’s about clarity. It’s about refusing to rent comfort and choosing connection that lasts.If this conversation sparks something in you, share it with someone who needs that reminder too. And for those ready to go deeper — to journal, reflect, and build your blueprint for connection — visit joeyfrancess.com.Remember: love yourself first, live with clarity, and confidently choose what’s best for you.Tags: #CuffingSeason, #DatingAdvice, #RelationshipCoach, #EmotionalIntelligence, #SelfWorth, #LoveYourself, #Healing, #Clarity, #Alignment, #JoeyFrancessPodcastFor more information on my books and services, JoeyFrancess.comMessage me your question or story!

You’ve been told to wait until you’re “ready” before dating — but here’s the truth: readiness is a myth. In this episode, I’m breaking down why keeping people at arm’s length only keeps you stuck, and how healing actually shows up when you connect.I’ll walk you through reflection prompts that reveal what you need right now, and share practical tips for dating without losing yourself. This isn’t about being perfect — it’s about being honest. Because love doesn’t wait for you to be ready. It waits for you to be real.For more information on my books and services, JoeyFrancess.comMessage me your question or story!dating while healing, myth of readiness, avoidant attachment dating, emotional intelligence in relationships, boundaries in dating, healing and love, dating advice podcast, Joey Francess podcast, relationship coaching tips, intimacy and healing, self awareness in dating, dating while not ready, love and boundaries podcast

We don’t just date — we audition.We perform for love, approval, and safety.But performance doesn’t lead to intimacy. It leads to exhaustion.In this episode, I break down the psychology behind why we perform in dating — and what it’s costing us. From emotional labor to misaligned connections, we unpack the real reason dating feels so hard.Then we shift gears:You’ll get a coaching framework to stop performing and start connecting.You’ll learn how to date with clarity, emotional fluency, and self-respect.And you’ll walk away with prompts, somatic cues, and a closing story that hits deep.If you’re ready to stop rehearsing and start resonating — this one’s for you.For more information on my books and services, JoeyFrancess.comMessage me your question or story!#DatingAdvice #RelationshipCoach #EmotionalIntelligence #ModernDating #DatingMindset #DatingTips #IntentionalDating #DatingPodcast #SelfWorth #DatingWithClarity #StopPerforming #RealConnection #JoeyFrancess #HealingInLove #DatingFramework #DatingLikeItsYourJob #LifeCoach #SelfAwareness #EmotionalHealing #SomaticWisdom #InnerWork #ClarityOverChemistry #EffortAndIntent #SelfRespect #Boundaries #DatingFromTruth #PodcastForGrowth

The first month of dating feels electric — but is it real?In this episode, Joey Francess breaks down why the first 30 days aren’t about falling in love — they’re about staying grounded. From chemistry confusion to emotional spiraling, self-abandonment to pacing, this is your masterclass in dating with clarity, not fantasy.You’ll learn:– Why chemistry isn’t clarity– How to stop spiraling after one good date– What emotional pacing actually looks like– The power of walking away early — without guiltWhether you’re newly single or deep in the dating pool, this episode will help you protect your peace, honor your standards, and stop calling it love when it’s just anticipation.🎧 Listen now and come back to yourself.🔗 Coaching, questions, or story submissions: joeyfrancess.com joeyfrancess@gmail.com#datingadvice #emotionalintelligence #selfworth #relationshipcoach #joeyfrancess #healing #attachment #datingtips #clarityoverchemistry #monthonedating

This episode is a masterclass in emotional intelligence.If you’ve ever walked away from a misaligned relationship and thought, “I wasted so much time”… this is for you.We unpack the truth behind heartbreak:Why grief shows up even when you choose yourselfWhy your nervous system needs time to catch up to your clarityWhy dating isn’t a waste of time — it’s emotional researchAnd how to reframe your story with precision, dignity, and wisdomYou’ll learn how to:✅ Name what happened without shame✅ Separate the experience from your identity✅ Extract the emotional lessons✅ Anchor a new story rooted in peace, not performance✅ Move forward with nervous system-led clarityThis isn’t just healing.This is integration.This is emotional fluency.This is how you stop repeating cycles — and start leading with wisdom.Listen now — and reclaim every minute you thought you lost.For more information on my books and services, JoeyFrancess.comMessage me your question or story!

Should I stay — or should I leave?It’s one of the most painful, private questions we’ll ever ask ourselves in love.And no one else can answer it for you.In this episode, Joey Francess — life, love, and relationship coach — walks you through the emotional fog with a logic-driven, brutally honest checklist.No sugarcoating. No fantasy. Just clarity.You’ll learn how to:Separate emotional noise from real incompatibilityChallenge your own role in the relationship dynamicUnderstand the difference between normal frustration and toxic patternsAsk the questions that reveal whether you’re staying for love — or fearThis isn’t about giving you the answer.It’s about helping you stop bargaining with your own unhappiness.For more information on my books and services, JoeyFrancess.comMessage me your question or story!

Most people think closure is a final conversation.A clean goodbye.An apology that makes it all make sense.But what if closure isn’t real?What if it’s just a story we tell ourselves to keep someone emotionally close — hoping they’ll come back, change their mind, or finally say “I’m sorry”?In this episode, Joey Francess breaks down why closure is a myth — and how to heal without it.Drawing from his book Fate Is Bullshit, Joey shares two powerful tools for emotional release and clarity:The Empty Chair TechniqueWriting TherapyThrough real stories, audience prompts, and grounded emotional logic, you’ll learn how to:Stop waiting for someone else to give you peaceSpeak the truth you’ve been holding inReclaim your voice and move forward with clarityThis isn’t about getting closure.It’s about creating it.It’s about choosing healing — even when they never said goodbye.🎧 Listen now and take your power back.For more information on my books and services, JoeyFrancess.comMessage me your question or story!closure is a myth, emotional healing, breakup recovery, writing therapy, empty chair technique, Joey Francess podcast, fate is bullshit, relationship closure, healing without closure, emotional accountabilityhow to move on, ghosting recovery, self healing, emotional intelligence, dating advice, relationship podcast, healing tools, personal growth, self reflection, podcast therapy, breakup advice, closure after breakup, healing journey, mental clarity, emotional resilience

Ask yourself, how important is it that someone matches your effort, your energy, your love? I am someone who believes that matching energy is one of my top needs. If that isn't there, where's the intent, the will, the want to be with someone? How serious does dating or a relationship feel if we always have to beg or prove or show up when the other party doesn't.... This week we explore this and the importance of Reciprocal Love.For more information on my books and services, JoeyFrancess.comMessage me your question or story!

Taking things slow, The Slow Burn.... Do you know what it even means.... Does that definition work for everyone or just you? Does it mean talking to someone once every few days, waiting to jump into bed with them, not opening up, etc...? For every person there is a different definition. This week we explore that further including my dating past...For more information on my books and services, JoeyFrancess.comMessage me your question or story!

Or is it just an excuse to allow people to walk all over you. Are you actually nice or just a people pleaser? And what does finishing last even mean? This week we dive into the whole idea of being nice and whether or not you actually finish last.For more information on my books and services, JoeyFrancess.comMessage me your question or story!

What a question right... The problem is when we talk to a lot of people and date a lot of people without any real success, we start to question ourselves, hell even our own existence. Are we asking for too much? Are we even deserving of it? Well, this week I answer those questions for you. As well as help you figure out your list of wants to maybe streamline it to help you find success.For more information on my books and services, JoeyFrancess.comMessage me your question or story!

Knowing what you want is a very powerful thing, but do we attack people with deep questions to soon? Do we not wait to tell someone all our traumas and life stories?This week I tackle that deep question, too much too soon. When and how we should approach this or if there is even a timeline you should follow.For more information on my books and services, JoeyFrancess.comMessage me your question or story!

There seems to be an issue in making and keeping friends as an adult. Apparently without that childlike wonder and honesty we have a massive problem making and keeping friends. This problem compounds when we think of adults moving to a new country or becoming single and starting a new life. Married friends don't necessarily have the time for us and definitely don't have the same objectives when going out (Unless some funny business is going on). In this week we talk about how to make and keep friends as an adult and what might be holding you back. For more information on my books and services, JoeyFrancess.comMessage me your question or story!

Growth and Change, two things that are 100% inevitable. It may not be on the four front of our minds or even something we think about at all, but it is always happening. This is where you ask yourself, should you be self aware about it or don't think about it and just focus on being happy. This week I dive in to the differences of types of growth and whether or not you should focus on it. For more information on my books and services, JoeyFrancess.comMessage me your question or story!

I know, I'm nuts right! With so much going on in our lives who has the time or even emotional capacity to think this way. The fact of the matter is the effort you put in directly effects the outcome. If you do it half assed, chances are you'll get half assed dates. If you don't have the time to invest in someone, then someone won't have the time to invest into you. Intention plus Effort!For more information on my books and services, JoeyFrancess.comMessage me your question or story!

Some of us know exactly whom we are. Exactly what we want. But others, not so much. We might treat others with the most respect and compassion but never ourselves, to the point of our own pain and failure. Do you reflect on your past to help you guide yourself through the Future? This week we dive deeper into what makes us, us. And maybe we should all be doing more for ourselves. For more information on my books and services, JoeyFrancess.comMessage me your question or story!

It's as simple as the title states, learn to be more considerate. So many times we think we are being nice but when we aren't interested in someone our level of niceness kinda drops. Whether its the length of time we take to respond to a text, or whether or not we keep them around for when we are bored even though we are interested in them at all. These are human beings we are dealing with, and as much as we think we are being nice, maybe if we were in their position we would think differently.For more information on my books and services, JoeyFrancess.comMessage me your question or story!

And what does this question mean exactly.... Shouldn't we be with people who validate us? Of course, but is that the only reason? To create a partnership with another human being, a lifelong journey with another person, it takes a lot of different parts and feelings. At the same time, we could enter in such a relationship because our main need seems like it's being met. To the determent of other parts of our life. It can get complex and messy, hopefully self-awareness prevails. For the full length episode check out the channel or go to JoeyFrancess.comFor more information on my books and services, JoeyFrancess.comMessage me your question or story!

A lot of us tend to think that being single means we are alone. The funny thing is, in a lot of cases that isn't the case. We have families and friends and even coworkers that care about us more then we think. But its when we get into our heads that this train of thought really starts to hurt us. Let's talk about that more and discover why that might be....For the full length episode check out the channel or go to JoeyFrancess.comFor more information on my books and services, JoeyFrancess.comMessage me your question or story!