Single at 30: The End, or Just the Beginning? - Destination Unknown #14 - Julia Mazur
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In this episode of Destination Unknown, I sit down with Julia Mazer, host of the Pretty Much Done podcast and viral TikTok creator. We dive into the realities of being single in your 30s, touching on the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Julia opens up about her dating journey, personal growth, and the power of independence.
We explore how dating in your 30s is vastly different from your 20s, dealing with societal expectations, and finding joy in the solo life. We also compare notes on the apps like Tinder, JDate, and the ups and downs of online dating. This conversation is for anyone who’s navigating being single at any age and wants to feel seen, empowered, and heard. Expect to hear mentions of big names in the dating world, including Amy Nobile (dating coach) and insights into creators like Matthew Hussey and Modern Love coach Logan Ury.
🌟 Highlights: Personal Growth While Single Overcoming Societal Pressure Building Confidence and Dating Yourself The Reality of Dating Apps & Burnout Timestamps: 00:00 - Welcome & Julia’s Introduction 00:14 - Navigating the Pressure to Marry in Your 20s 01:16 - The Shift: From Looking for a Husband to Looking for Happiness 03:22 - "Good on Paper" Relationships That Don’t Fulfill You 06:15 - Therapy and Finding Wholeness in Yourself 08:32 - Dating in Your 30s vs. Your 20s: What Changes 11:45 - Being Selfish With Your Time as a Pro of Being Single 15:02 - Online Dating Burnout: How the Apps Change Human Connection 21:20 - Manifesting Your Partner vs. Trusting the Process 24:38 - A Funny Story About Moving to Austin Post-Breakup 30:15 - Breaking Up With Confidence & Setting Boundaries 33:40 - Ghosting and Being Clear in Relationships 36:12 - Self-Dating & Embracing Solo Experiences 39:35 - The Truth About Meeting People in Real Life 43:15 - Julia’s Hot Take on "Eating in Bed" at Her Dating Event 50:20 - Viral TikTok Backlash: Julia’s Experience With Matt Walsh 54:15 - How Mark Cuban Stepped in to Defend Julia 56:45 - The Journey to Self-Acceptance and Living Life on Your Own Terms
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