Still scared of dating again after divorce? You're not alone—and this episode is your roadmap back to self-trust.

In this raw, insightful conversation, host Erica chats with NYC-based relationship and dating coach Christina King about why so many women fall back into the same dating traps after leaving toxic marriages. Together, they break down the emotional rollercoaster of reentering the dating world—swiping fatigue, trust issues, self-worth, and that terrifying moment you realize: "Wait... am I repeating old patterns?"

From setting dating app boundaries to manifesting your ideal partner (without falling for another walking red flag), this episode is packed with real talk and real tools for rediscovering what you actually want in love.

If you've ever doubted your gut, lost your confidence, or dated someone just because they gave you butterflies—this one’s for you.

🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways:

• What keeps divorced women stuck in toxic dating patterns

• Why trusting yourself again is your dating superpower

• The confidence gap (and how to close it)

• The biggest mistakes women make on dating apps

• Manifestation, self-worth, and writing your "Perfect Partner" list

• Red flags vs. yellow flags—and when to walk away

• How to build the relationship you actually want

  
  

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We talk about:

• 00:00 Introduction

• 02:33 Christina's Divorce Journey and Coaching Career

• 05:01 Challenges of Dating After Divorce

• 06:55 Rebuilding Trust and Confidence

• 12:48 The Reality of Relationships and Self-Prioritization

• 18:30 Navigating the Modern Dating Scene

• 22:26 Setting Boundaries in Online Dating

• 25:40 The Importance of Intentions and Mindset

• 27:18 Learning from Past Relationships

• 31:45 Navigating Compatibility and Red Flags

• 38:16 Manifesting Your Perfect Partner

  
  

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Learn More About This Week’s Guest: Christina King

Christina King has been telling stories since she was a young girl, but after becoming a certified coach and going through her own divorce in 2023, she discovered her true purpose: helping women heal and date with clarity after heartbreak. Having personally experienced toxic relationships and the chaos of modern dating—ghosting, breadcrumbing, situationships—she deeply understands how overwhelming it can feel to start over. Today, Christina empowers women to rebuild their confidence, trust themselves again, and attract aligned, healthy love by breaking free from old patterns.

Connect with Christina

• Website: www.deepdiveintothesoul.com

• Instagram: https://instagram.com/christinakingthecoach

• Facebook: https://facebook.com/christinakingthecoach 

  
  

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