Getting to date three is hard and getting past it can feel impossible. In this episode, I’m breaking down why connections so often fizzle by date three, how to tell if you’re subconsciously pushing people away, and what actually helps build momentum early on. I share practical tips around texting, planning dates, pacing, and confidence. At the end, I get into a dating dilemma about a concert invite months in advance.

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In this episode, I chat with Drea Renee, host of Hey Babe Can We Talk, to break down long-distance dating, vetting men from the apps, and the subtle red flags we often talk ourselves out of. Drea shares how she unexpectedly met someone abroad who challenges her patterns in the best ways. We dive into red flags, long-distance dynamics, and the inner work that real connection demands. At the end, we get into a dating dilemma about what to do when someone pulls back after a fast start.

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In this episode, I break down why we crave being chosen in dating and how shifting into being the chooser transforms your confidence, clarity, and relationships. I unpack the media messages, attachment patterns, and personal experiences that keep us chasing validation, and I walk you through how to date from a place of self-worth, clarity, and mutual choosing. At the end, I dive into a dating dilemma about catching feelings for someone who isn’t ready to date.

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In this episode, I sit down with therapist and emotional maturity expert Julia Kristina to break down what emotional maturity actually looks like in dating. We cover the signs of an emotionally mature partner, how to build a deeper connection, and how to handle conflict with confidence instead of fear. At the end, I get into a dating dilemma about how to manage your emotions when someone pulls back slightly, and you’re not sure if it’s a red flag or your fear talking.

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Ever feel anxious even when a new connection is going well? In this episode, I break down why that happens, how to tell the difference between intuition & overthinking, & what to do when your attachment system gets loud. I share my own story, practical tools to calm anxiety, and how to navigate dating someone who feels this way too. At the end, I answer a dating dilemma from a woman who's unsure about her partner of 6 months.

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This throwback episode (originally aired June 14, 2024) features Yue Xu and Julie Krafchick, hosts of Dateable Podcast, who've been sharing dating advice for 8 years. We cover practical tips for better date conversations, how to screen matches effectively, and the mindset shifts that help you stay curious and less attached to outcomes. We also discuss what successful daters have in common: wanting a relationship, not needing one, and knowing their dating "north star." We end with a rapid-fire "Is it a red flag if?" round.

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Ever wonder if you’re actually making progress in dating, even when it doesn’t feel like it?

I’m diving into how to tell you’re truly on the right track, even if you’re still single after A LOT of dating. I share six clear signs of growth, what not to measure, and how to stay grounded through rejection, dry spells, and frustration. At the end, I answer a dating dilemma about the honeymoon phase.

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158 — What to do when you feel like you're doing everything right but nothing is working.

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103 — I’m Doing Everything Right But I’m Still Single

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If you’re craving real talk and practical tools for lasting love, this episode is for you.

I sit down with my trainer, Tara LaFerrera, for a deep, honest conversation about keeping the spark alive in long-term relationships.

We get real about connection after 11 years together, how to communicate with more ease, navigate tough seasons, stay emotionally aligned, build supportive routines, and create fresh excitement. We also share creative date ideas, mindset shifts, and personal lessons on showing up for your partner in meaningful ways.

Tara's Broads App: https://www.broads.app

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Podcast — Broads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/broads-the-bold-badass-fitness-podcast-for-women/id1710024779

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