Dating Intentionally

In this episode, I break down the top 11 red-flag phrases to never ignore in early dating, what they really mean, how to spot them even when attraction is loud, and exactly what to say or do in the moment. If you've ever heard the classics like “I’m bad at texting,” “I don’t like labels,” “you’re too good for me,” and “I’m not looking for anything serious right now,” this one is for you. At the end, I answer a Dating Dilemma about a long-distance “is it me or is it them?” situation and close with YOUR dating wins in a new segment. Episode mentioned: #175 - How To Write A Manifest w/ Matchmaker Maria ⁠Check out Quince bedding! CONNECT WITH ME: ⁠⁠Ask a question for me to answer on the pod⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Slide into my DMs on IG MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT ⁠⁠Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Get more dating advice from me on YouTube⁠⁠ DATING COURSES ⁠⁠Master The Dating Apps⁠⁠ ⁠⁠How To Identify Your Needs ⁠ SUPPORT THE POD ⁠⁠Rate on Apple⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I’m breaking down how to handle workplace crushes without risking your job or your peace of mind! I cover what the research says about how common office romances really are, why you should never date a boss or direct report, and the steps to take if you do want to pursue a crush at work, from grabbing a casual lunch to keeping it professional at the office. I also share my own story about dating at a summer job and answer a listener's dilemma about whether to shoot her shot with a coworker she clicked with at a conference. Check out Quince bedding! CONNECT WITH ME: ⁠Ask a question for me to answer on the pod⁠ ⁠Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally!⁠ MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT ⁠Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide⁠ ⁠Get more dating advice from me on YouTube⁠ DATING COURSES ⁠Master The Dating Apps⁠ ⁠How To Identify Your Needs ⁠ SUPPORT THE POD ⁠Rate on Apple⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I talk with writer and academic Kelly Coyne about intentional living, relationships, and what happens when traditional scripts around dating and marriage fall short. We explore women’s narratives, prenups, communication, gender norms, and the “quiet betrayals” that can erode long-term partnerships. From rethinking chivalry to building a circle of support, this conversation offers a fresh lens on creating sustainable, fulfilling relationships. Get 365 days of FREE shipping with Quince! Find Kelly on IG Kelly's writing CONNECT WITH ME: Ask a question for me to answer on the pod Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally! MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide Get more dating advice from me on YouTube DATING COURSES Master The Dating Apps How To Identify Your Needs SUPPORT THE POD Rate on Apple Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I’m breaking down 10 practical, low-pressure ways to build emotional closeness that feel fun, natural, and mutual so you’re not stuck carrying all the weight of “going deep.” I’ll show you how to connect through shared experiences, create emotional safety, and build trust without forcing heavy conversations, plus why emotional intimacy is more than just talking about your feelings. You’ll also hear a listener Q&A on oversharing, one-sided connection, and giving things time to develop, a Dating Dilemma on whether “too slow” is a red flag, and a Text Support breakdown of when not to offer a second date. LINKS MENTIONED: Get free shipping on Quince bedding and more!! Subscribe to my YouTube Channel Listen to episode 174 about new relationships/integration Try the 36 love questions Check out [The And] question cards - use code TALIA Agape question app CONNECT WITH ME: Ask a question for me to answer on the pod Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally! MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide Get more dating advice from me on YouTube DATING COURSES Swipe, Match, Date - Master The Dating Apps How To Identify Your Needs 1-hr Class SUPPORT THE POD Rate on Apple Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to part 1 of Comparing Notes, a new mini series I'm doing with my friend, Ali Jackson of Finding Mr. Height! This entire series will cover the different stages of a new relationship: what to expect, what to focus on and how to get through it with grace. In this episode, we're deep diving into the first 3 months of a new relationship, talking about our own experiences and providing tons of tips and actionable advice. Even if you're currently single, knowing what's to come can help you focus on the right things early on. You'll learn what we wish we knew when we were in new relationships and so much more. Get free shipping on affordable bedding from Quince⁠ RELATED EPISODES: 174. Navigating relationship "firsts" 161. What starting a healthy relationship looks like after being single for 4 years w/ Ali Jackson 85. You're in a new relationship, now what? 79. How to manage emotional triggers in a relationship 49. 10 signs it probably won't work out in a new relationship CONNECT WITH ME: Ask a question for me to answer on the pod Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally! MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide Get more dating advice from me on YouTube DATING COURSES Swipe, Match, Date - Master The Dating Apps How To Identify Your Needs 1-hr Class SUPPORT THE POD Rate on Apple Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maybe you’ve heard the advice to “date multiple people,” but you’re not sure how it actually works, if it’s even possible for you, or why you’d want to try it. In this episode, I’m sharing seven tips on how to approach dating multiple people before getting into a relationship. Multidating isn’t for everyone, but it works well if you're prioritizing dating, and it might be worth trying if you get attached quickly, want to speed up the vetting process, or are curious about a different way to date. Plus, I’m answering a dating dilemma about what to do when you can’t shake the feeling that something is missing in a connection, even when everything else looks good on paper. Here's the previous episode I mentioned about dating other people. Join my new boundaries workshop on Monday, 8/18! Get free shipping on affordable bedding from Quince CONNECT WITH ME: Ask a question for me to answer on the pod Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally! MORE FREE ADVICE: Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide Get more dating advice from me on YouTube Dating Intentionally on TikTok Read more on the blog DATING COURSES Swipe, Match, Date - Master The Dating Apps How To Identify Your Needs 1-hr Class SUPPORT THE POD Rate on Apple Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Dr. Caroline Leaf and I are bringing you the conversation about what it really means to “not be okay”, especially when it comes to dating and our mental health. We cover why sadness or anxiety doesn’t mean we’re broken, and how the pressure to be constantly happy or healed can actually make things worse. Caroline shared practical tools from her new book Help in a Hurry, including how to create a 63-second pause to calm spiraling thoughts and respond with more clarity and confidence. We also talked about how past dating experiences shape our beliefs and how to gently rewire those patterns over time. This conversation was such a powerful reminder that we all have the inner wisdom to navigate hard moments, and that growth starts by giving ourselves compassion. Mentioned in this episode: Caroline's book: Help in a Hurry: Simple Tips for Finding Peace When You're Overwhelmed, Anxious, or Stressed My episode on The Dr. Leaf Show - “Mastering The Art Of Dating” CONNECT WITH ME: Ask a question for me to answer on the pod Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally! MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide Get more dating advice from me on YouTube Dating Intentionally on TikTok Read more on the blog DATING COURSES Swipe, Match, Date - Master The Dating Apps How To Identify Your Needs 1-hr Class SUPPORT THE POD Rate on Apple Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let's dive into how (and when) to take a real break from dating. If dating feels like a chore or if you're just emotionally tapped out, it just might be time to pull yourself out of the game to recover. In this episode, I'm walking you through how to take a break without feeling like you’re falling behind or sabotaging your chances of meeting someone. You'll learn signs it's time to reset, how to do it strategically and what to focus on while you're not dating. Additionally, I address your questions about oversharing, taking long breaks, and managing the fear of missing out. At the end, you'll hear a dating dilemma about dating someone who has to move for a job and a new segment called Dating Done Right. CONNECT WITH ME: Ask a question for me to answer on the pod Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally! MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide Get more dating advice from me on YouTube Dating Intentionally on TikTok Read more on the blog DATING COURSES Swipe, Match, Date - Master The Dating Apps How To Identify Your Needs 1-hr Class SUPPORT THE POD Rate on Apple Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Dating Intentionally, I’m joined by Caroline Winkler, one of my favorite YouTubers with nearly 1M subscribers! Caroline is also the co-host of the Not For Everyone podcast. I reached out to Caroline after seeing her amazing video on relationship with her fiance and how she redefined the age-old advice to "date outside your type." We’re diving into the messy, powerful journey of breaking out of co-dependence and learning how to build real self-trust. Caroline opens up about how she stopped abandoning herself in relationships, started honoring her boundaries, and eventually found someone who could meet her there. We talk emotional availability, the courage it takes to change, and what it really looks like to date intentionally. At the end, we answer a dating dilemma from a woman who doesn't love how her date treats her pet. This one will inspire you!  Here's the video I'm referring to about Caroline's story about her engagement and dating outside of her type! Connect with Caroline Winkler  Check out her podcast here Slide into her DM's on Instagram Caroline's Youtube channel PARTNERS! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get an extended free trial of Dipsea!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get a discount on your Galatea membership!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mint Mobile: Get your summer savings and shop premium wireless plans!⁠⁠⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH ME: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask a question for me to answer on the pod⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally!⁠⁠⁠⁠ MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT ⁠⁠⁠⁠Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Get more dating advice from me on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Read more on the blog⁠⁠⁠⁠ DATING COURSES ⁠⁠⁠⁠Swipe, Match, Date - Master The Dating Apps⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠How To Identify Your Needs 1-hr Class⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUPPORT THE POD ⁠⁠⁠⁠Rate on Apple⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I’m breaking down the difference between healthy pursuit and unhealthy chasing in dating, because yes, there’s a big difference. I share personal stories of times I chased and was chased, plus the subtle signs someone’s just not that into you (and what to do when that’s the case). You’ll learn how to check your own behavior, spot disinterest early, and avoid wasting energy trying to prove your worth. I also answer listener questions about texting, planning, and "being too available," and wrap up with a new segment, Text Support, and a dating dilemma about a fast-burn romance. My episode on showing interest in someone - 148 PARTNERS! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get an extended free trial of Dipsea!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get a discount on your Galatea membership!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mint Mobile: Get your summer savings and shop premium wireless plans!⁠⁠⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH ME: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask a question for me to answer on the pod⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally!⁠⁠⁠⁠ MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT ⁠⁠⁠⁠Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Get more dating advice from me on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Read more on the blog⁠⁠⁠⁠ DATING COURSES ⁠⁠⁠⁠Swipe, Match, Date - Master The Dating Apps⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠How To Identify Your Needs 1-hr Class⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUPPORT THE POD ⁠⁠⁠⁠Rate on Apple⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What you wear on a date matters, but not how you might think! In this episode, I’m joined by professional stylist Cassandra Sethi, founder of Next Level Wardrobe, to talk about how to dress with confidence and put together stylish outfits in under a minute. We get into how to create outfits that reflect who you are and what to do if your closet just isn’t working for you anymore. Cassandra shares practical, no-fluff advice on building a wardrobe you actually like, shopping sustainably, and dressing through body changes or life transitions. She also breaks down go-to first date outfit formulas for both women and men, plus tips for looking casual but still put together. MORE ON CASSANDRA SETHI: Check out Next Level Wardrobe Find Your Style Quiz! Follow Cassandra Sethi on IG PARTNERS! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get an extended free trial of Dipsea!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get a discount on your Galatea membership!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mint Mobile: Get your summer savings and shop premium wireless plans!⁠⁠⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH ME: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask a question for me to answer on the pod⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally!⁠⁠⁠⁠ MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT ⁠⁠⁠⁠Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Get more dating advice from me on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Read more on the blog⁠⁠⁠⁠ DATING COURSES ⁠⁠⁠⁠Swipe, Match, Date - Master The Dating Apps⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠How To Identify Your Needs 1-hr Class⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUPPORT THE POD ⁠⁠⁠⁠Rate on Apple⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this throwback episode, I’m breaking down the difference between sparks, chemistry, and compatibility and why chasing the spark can actually hurt your dating life. We’ll talk about what the spark really is (spoiler: it’s brain chemicals), why it fades fast, and what matters more for a long-term relationship. I share the three biggest myths about sparks, plus tips for building real chemistry and knowing when to keep dating someone, even if you're not feeling butterflies out of the gate. This episode originally aired on 2/13/2024. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: * How to Not Die Alone by Logan Ury * Ep. 27 – How To Tell If Someone Is A Good Match * My course: How to Identify Your Needs  PARTNERS! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get an extended free trial of Dipsea!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get a discount on your Galatea membership!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mint Mobile: Get your summer savings and shop premium wireless plans!⁠⁠⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH ME: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask a question for me to answer on the pod⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally!⁠⁠⁠⁠ MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT ⁠⁠⁠⁠Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Get more dating advice from me on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Read more on the blog⁠⁠⁠⁠ DATING COURSES ⁠⁠⁠⁠Swipe, Match, Date - Master The Dating Apps⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠How To Identify Your Needs 1-hr Class⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUPPORT THE POD ⁠⁠⁠⁠Rate on Apple⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this bonus episode, I'm sharing my thoughts on the new movie, "Materialists." I'm breaking down what this film says about love, money, capitalism and dating for the long term, and what it got right about today's dating culture. If you haven't seen this movie yet, beware of spoilers! I'd love to hear your thoughts on this too, so drop your hot takes in the comments below. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I’m diving into the magic of the real-life meet-cute (yes, it still happens)! You'll hear voice notes from listeners sharing stories about how they met people off the apps, plus my own reflections on building confidence to strike up conversations wth strangers, flirting in everyday situations, and saying yes to new experiences. At the end, we’ll talk about what adult summer camp taught me about connection and the power of community. I'm also sharing a new segment called Date Idea Drop to inspire you to have dates that aren't just drinks and dinner.  PARTNERS! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get an extended free trial of Dipsea!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get a discount on your Galatea membership!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mint Mobile: Get your summer savings and shop premium wireless plans!⁠⁠⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH ME: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask a question for me to answer on the pod⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally!⁠⁠⁠⁠ MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT ⁠⁠⁠⁠Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Get more dating advice from me on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Read more on the blog⁠⁠⁠⁠ DATING COURSES ⁠⁠⁠⁠Swipe, Match, Date - Master The Dating Apps⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠How To Identify Your Needs 1-hr Class⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUPPORT THE POD ⁠⁠⁠⁠Rate on Apple⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever fallen for a friend? Struggled to balance dating and maintaining your closest connections? In this episode of Dating Intentionally, I’m joined by friendship expert and journalist Anna Goldfarb, author of Modern Friendship, to talk about the emotional intelligence it takes to navigate friendship, dating, and everything in between. We explore the blurred lines between platonic and romantic relationships, how to communicate when feelings for a friend grow, and why the quality of your friendships directly impacts your success in dating. Whether you’re craving deeper connection, feeling burned by fading friendships, or wondering if not having close friends is a red flag, this conversation is for you. At the end, we get into an email from a listener who feels resentful toward her friends' indifference about world issues.  MORE ON ANNA GOLDFARB: ⁠See what’s happening on her Instagram⁠ Her book is SO good- take a peek here  ⁠NEW IRL DATING WORKSHOP⁠ PARTNERS! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get an extended free trial of Dipsea!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get a discount on your Galatea membership!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mint Mobile: Get your summer savings and shop premium wireless plans!⁠⁠⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH ME: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask a question for me to answer on the pod⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally!⁠⁠⁠⁠ MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT ⁠⁠⁠⁠Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Get more dating advice from me on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Read more on the blog⁠⁠⁠⁠ DATING COURSES ⁠⁠⁠⁠Swipe, Match, Date - Master The Dating Apps⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠How To Identify Your Needs 1-hr Class⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUPPORT THE POD ⁠⁠⁠⁠Rate on Apple⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I’m breaking down how to talk about the future in dating without putting pressure on the other person. Whether you’re in the early stages or navigating a new relationship, these conversations can feel tricky, but they don’t have to be. I’m sharing mindset shifts that help, scripts for each stage of dating, what actually creates pressure, and practical ways to bring up future plans without scaring someone off. We’ll also get into how to stay grounded in your own vision while respecting their pace. At the end I answer a dating dilemma and introduce a new segment called Text Support!  NEW IRL DATING WORKSHOP https://datingintentionally.myflodesk.com/offline-dating PARTNERS! ⁠⁠⁠Get an extended free trial of Dipsea!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get a discount on your Galatea membership!⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Mint Mobile: Get your summer savings and shop premium wireless plans!⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH ME: ⁠⁠Ask a question for me to answer on the pod⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally!⁠⁠ MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT ⁠⁠Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Get more dating advice from me on YouTube⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Read more on the blog⁠⁠ DATING COURSES ⁠⁠Swipe, Match, Date - Master The Dating Apps⁠⁠ ⁠⁠How To Identify Your Needs 1-hr Class⁠⁠ SUPPORT THE POD ⁠⁠Rate on Apple⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I’m diving into the often messy, misunderstood world of casual dating. If you’ve ever wondered how to approach it without getting emotionally wrecked or unintentionally leading someone on this one’s for you. I’m breaking down how to date casually with clarity, from being upfront about your intentions to setting boundaries that protect your energy. We’ll talk about why emotional detachment matters, how to enjoy casual connections without automatically making it about sex, and what to do if you catch real feelings. PARTNERS! ⁠⁠Get an extended free trial of Dipsea!⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Get a discount on your Galatea membership!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Mint Mobile: Get your summer savings and shop premium wireless plans!⁠ CONNECT WITH ME: ⁠Ask a question for me to answer on the pod⁠ ⁠Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally!⁠ MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT ⁠Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide⁠ ⁠Get more dating advice from me on YouTube⁠ ⁠Read more on the blog⁠ DATING COURSES ⁠Swipe, Match, Date - Master The Dating Apps⁠ ⁠How To Identify Your Needs 1-hr Class⁠ SUPPORT THE POD ⁠Rate on Apple Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I’m joined by Danny Goldstein, founder of the Austin-based matchmaking company Crux Compatible, to talk all things compatibility, chemistry, and intentional dating. Danny has a fascinating journey, from practicing law to running a matchmaking business rooted in a deep understanding of what actually makes two people a good fit. We dive into his unique process, including the extensive questionnaire he uses with clients, and break down the qualities that truly matter in early dating versus the ones we tend to over-prioritize. Danny shares how to plan dates that reveal real compatibility, what he sees daters get wrong most often, and his personal playbook for making early connections feel both fun and meaningful. If you’ve ever felt unsure how to spot real compatibility, this episode is for you! PARTNERS: ⁠⁠⁠Get an extended free trial of Dipsea!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get a discount on your Galatea membership!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Mint Mobile: Get your summer savings and shop premium wireless plans!⁠ CONNECT WITH ME: ⁠Ask a question for me to answer on the pod⁠ ⁠Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally!⁠ MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT ⁠Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide⁠ ⁠Get more dating advice from me on YouTube⁠ ⁠Dating Intentionally on TikTok⁠ ⁠Read more on the blog⁠ DATING COURSES ⁠Swipe, Match, Date - Master The Dating Apps⁠ ⁠How To Identify Your Needs 1-hr Class⁠ SUPPORT THE POD ⁠Rate on Apple Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I’m diving into why we keep getting drawn to the same types of partners, even when those relationships don't work out or we keep getting hurt. I’ll break down the psychology behind attraction, how our early experiences and attachment styles play a huge role, and why it’s so damn hard to break those familiar patterns. I’m also sharing my own journey of recognizing these dynamics in my life and what it took to finally shift from toxic cycles to healthier, more fulfilling connections. Plus, I’ve got some practical tips to help you do the same. PARTNERS: ⁠⁠⁠Get an extended free trial of Dipsea!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get a discount on your Galatea membership!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Mint Mobile: Get your summer savings and shop premium wireless plans!⁠ CONNECT WITH ME: Ask a question for me to answer on the pod Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally! MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide Get more dating advice from me on YouTube Dating Intentionally on TikTok Read more on the blog DATING COURSES Swipe, Match, Date - Master The Dating Apps How To Identify Your Needs 1-hr Class SUPPORT THE POD Rate on Apple Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to Matchmaker Maria, you're not as picky as you think. In this episode, Maria Avgitidis (@matchmakermaria) is back on the pod to talk all things dating, relationships, and her brand-new book, Ask A Matchmaker. We get into the nitty-gritty of what it really takes to find (and keep) the right person. We also dive deep into the power of writing a manifest (NOT to be confused with manifestation) about what you want in a partner and how creating a clear vision focused on positivity can shift your entire dating experience. At the end, we talk about Dr. Helen Fisher's Temperament Inventory (a method of personality typing) and how Maria uses it in her work. Here's our first episode together! PARTNERS: ⁠⁠Get an extended free trial of Dipsea!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get a discount on your Galatea membership!⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Mint Mobile: Get your summer savings and shop premium wireless plans!⁠ CONNECT WITH ME: Ask a question for me to answer on the pod Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally! MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide Get more dating advice from me on YouTube Dating Intentionally on TikTok Read more on the blog DATING COURSES Swipe, Match, Date - Master The Dating Apps How To Identify Your Needs 1-hr Class SUPPORT THE POD Rate on Apple Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices