Dating Intentionally

Have you ever gotten the ick in dating? In this episode, you'll learn what the ick is, the three categories of icks, and how to tell if your icks are dealbreakers. I also talk about why you get the ick later on in a relationship sometimes and how I addressed mine in my current relationship.Slide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionallyMy Identify Your Needs course: http://bit.ly/4e2nwGC Get my free dating FAQ guide: https://intentionally.dating/gift/Read more on the blog: https://intentionally.dating/blog-posts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dating.Intentionally Rate on Apple: https://t.ly/JJgpP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Do you feel like your expectations are too high? Maybe they are, maybe they aren't. Listen in on this amazing conversation with Damona Hoffman, who's been a dating coach for over 15 years. We talk about her new book, "F The Fairy Tale" and the four dating myths, specifically the myth about dating rules. I love what Damona has to say about embracing the messiness in dating, how expectations set us up for constant disappointment and why being realistic isn't the same thing as settling. We also talk about dating apps, dating outside of your race and navigating familial and cultural expectations in dating.Connect with Damona: https://www.instagram.com/damonahoffman/Get Damona's book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1541602250Slide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionallyMy Identify Your Needs course: http://bit.ly/4e2nwGC Get my free dating FAQ guide: https://intentionally.dating/gift/Read more on the blog: https://intentionally.dating/blog-posts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dating.Intentionally Rate on Apple: https://t.ly/JJgpP About Damona HoffmanCelebrity Dating Coach Damona Hoffman has been coaching singles on how to find love online and offline for over 15 years. Her articles appear regularly in The LA Times and The Washington Post. Plus, she’s a regular on-air contributor to The Drew Barrymore Show, NPR, and NBC’s Access Daily. Damona also starred in two A+E Networks’ TV shows: #BlackLove and A Question of Love. Her weekly podcast Dates & Mates has been featured in Cosmopolitan, Huff Post, Bustle and tops the charts in the Relationships category on the major podcast platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you ever been ghosted? Afraid of getting ghosted in the future? This episode has you covered with exactly what to do (and not do) when you inevitably get ghosted, as well as my thoughts on why people do it in the first place. If you tend to ghost people, this episode will walk you through how to stop doing that and start sending anti-ghost texts instead.My anti-ghost texts: https://www.instagram.com/p/C2VJ8QOxRtv/?img_index=1Slide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionallyMy Identify Your Needs course: http://bit.ly/4e2nwGC Get my free dating FAQ guide: https://intentionally.dating/gift/Read more on the blog: https://intentionally.dating/blog-posts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dating.Intentionally Rate on Apple: https://t.ly/JJgpP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dating after a divorce or a big breakup can feel daunting, confusing, and overwhelming. In today's episode, life and dating coach Sade Curry discusses how to navigate dating after divorce, discover your needs in a partner, and enjoy the process of getting to know new people. Sade also discusses how she met her husband on Bumble after her divorce.Follow Sade Curry: https://www.instagram.com/sadecurry/Slide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionallyMy Identify Your Needs course: http://bit.ly/4e2nwGC Get my free dating FAQ guide: https://intentionally.dating/gift/Read more on the blog: https://intentionally.dating/blog-posts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dating.Intentionally Rate on Apple: https://t.ly/JJgpP About Sade Curry:Sade Curry is a Life Coach and host of the Dating after Divorce podcast. She coaches and teaches women real strategies for recovering from divorce, and finding love again. Her coaching philosophy is to help women succeed by practicing personal leadership and autonomy in their life, work and relationships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What does it mean to settle? Is accepting someone as they are the same thing as settling? This episode breaks down the difference between the two in dating and relationships, and why practicing acceptance is so important. I also get to a few questions about this topic in the episode that you asked me on Instagram!Slide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionallyMy Identify Your Needs course: http://bit.ly/4e2nwGC Get my free dating FAQ guide: https://intentionally.dating/gift/Read more on the blog: https://intentionally.dating/blog-posts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dating.Intentionally Rate on Apple: https://t.ly/JJgpP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

5 juicy dating questions we get into: Should you give someone a chance to change/prove themself? How do you know if you’re aligned after 3 months of dating? What’s the best way to communicate after a first date? What do you do if your friends don’t like your partner? If you live in Brooklyn can you date someone in NJ? Ilana also talks about how she met her fiance on Hinge! It’s a great story. Connect with Ilana on IGSlide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionallyMy Identify Your Needs course: http://bit.ly/4e2nwGC Get my free dating FAQ guide: https://intentionally.dating/gift/Read more on the blog: https://intentionally.dating/blog-posts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dating.Intentionally Rate on Apple: https://t.ly/JJgpP About Ilana Dunn:Ilana Dunn is a Millennial and Gen Z dating expert, content creator, and host of Seeing Other People, a Spotify Top 50 Viral Podcast and one of Elite Daily’s “Podcasts You Need to be Listening to This Year.” After a two-year stint as Hinge's Lead Content Creator, Ilana created Seeing Other People to help daters all over the world feel less alone and more empowered in their dating lives. Ilana has been interviewed on over 80 podcasts, featured in The Washington Post, PopSugar, and The Independent, and has received nominations for The Webby Awards and The Shorty Awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you just started seeing them and you're having doubts, this episode might confirm (or deny) what your gut is telling you. These 10 signs don't mean a new relationship will 100% not work out, but if one or more are present, then that's going to be a potentially painful relationship for you to be in. Don't forget to rate, subscribe and follow Dating Intentionally!Slide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionallyMy Identify Your Needs course: http://bit.ly/4e2nwGC Get my free dating FAQ guide: https://intentionally.dating/gift/Read more on the blog: https://intentionally.dating/blog-posts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dating.Intentionally Rate on Apple: https://t.ly/JJgpP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Why is asking for our needs to be met so scary? And how can we be our own secure base? These are the two main questions I explored with guest Rikki Cloos, who wrote an amazing book called Anxious Hearts Guide. We talk about what's happening when our anxious attachment is activated, what to do when we feel anxious in early dating situations, what's normal to need in a relationship and how to create more emotional safety for ourselves in dating. Rikki also talks about how she ended up in a long-term relationship with an avoidant attacher, and how they're healing their attachment wounds together. I love this episode! Connect with Rikki on IGGet Anxious Hearts GuideSlide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionallyMy Identify Your Needs course: http://bit.ly/4e2nwGC Get my free dating FAQ guide: https://intentionally.dating/gift/Read more on the blog: https://intentionally.dating/blog-posts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dating.Intentionally Rate on Apple: https://t.ly/JJgpP About Rikki CloosRikki Cloos is a writer and content creator with a captivating authenticity and passion for attachment healing. Her book, The Anxious Hearts Guide - which has already sold thousands of copies in the United States and 16+ countries - is an approachable, accessible, and enlightening window into why we do the frustrating things that we do to chase love and how to rise above it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Don't you hate it when you meet someone amazing, but their kissing skills aren't up to par? Don't worry. There are ways to address this. In this episode, I'm sharing different ways to handle a "bad" kisser and how to make sure YOU aren't the one whose kissing skills need work. I also talk about how to ask for consent before kissing without making it awkward. Slide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionallyMy Identify Your Needs course: http://bit.ly/4e2nwGC Get my free dating FAQ guide: https://intentionally.dating/gift/Read more on the blog: https://intentionally.dating/blog-posts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dating.Intentionally Rate on Apple: https://t.ly/JJgpP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Do you feel like you have no idea how to flirt? Does flirting feel awkward? Benjamin Camras, aka The Flirt Coach, shares his best tips for getting started with flirting, even if you have no idea how to do it. We discuss the five dimensions of the flirt, the four different flirting styles and how to use body language in a subtle way to flirt in real life, without feeling awkward. Flirting is a skill you can learn! Follow Benjamin Camras: @benjamincamrasSlide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionallyMy Identify Your Needs course: http://bit.ly/4e2nwGC Get my free dating FAQ guide: https://intentionally.dating/gift/Read more on the blog: https://intentionally.dating/blog-posts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dating.Intentionally Rate on Apple: https://t.ly/JJgpP About Benjamin:Benjamin Camras is a flirt and dating coach sharing his love of flirting and BFE - big flirt energy, with the world! A lifelong introvert and socially anxious party goer, Benjamin now helps boy-crazy singles and daters flirt with more confidence and clarity. As the flirt is all about connection, Benjamin helps the flirt community (the flirties!) date from a place of more focus, empowerment, and FUN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I get so many questions about what to do when the check comes at the end of the date. The easy answer is, that whoever asks is who pays. However, it goes so much deeper when it comes to heterosexual dating. In this episode, I deep dive into the reasons why women believe men should pay and why men are increasingly bitter about it. What we're experiencing now in dating is the growing pains of traditional courtship between men and women catching up with the progression towards gender equality (even though we're not fully there yet). Listen to hear what straight and queer folks had to say about the expectation of who pays on the first date.Slide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionallyMy Identify Your Needs course: http://bit.ly/4e2nwGC Get my free dating FAQ guide: https://intentionally.dating/gift/Read more on the blog: https://intentionally.dating/blog-posts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dating.Intentionally Rate on Apple: https://t.ly/JJgpP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Do you feel like you have to wait until you lose weight to start dating? Are your feelings about your looks holding you back from getting on the apps or putting yourself out there? In this episode, I talk to Leah Kern, and anti-diet dietitian, about how to approach realistically improving your body image. Because you can't go from hating how you look to loving your body overnight. Leah shares so many helpful tips and insights for getting started on improving your body image so you can date with more confidence. Slide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionallyMy Identify Your Needs course: http://bit.ly/4e2nwGC Get my free dating FAQ guide: https://intentionally.dating/gift/Read more on the blog: https://intentionally.dating/blog-posts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dating.Intentionally Rate on Apple: https://t.ly/JJgpP About Leah Kern:Leah Kern is an Anti-Diet Dietitian and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor who helps truth-seekers heal their relationships with food and body to unlock a more aligned and fulfilling life.Connect with Leah on her site: Leahkernrd.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We need to stop chasing sparks in dating! Just because you don't feel a spark does not mean that connection is doomed. In this episode, I talk about what the spark is and what it isn't, and why we feel attracted to some people and not others. I focus heavily on tips for building chemistry in early dating, but with the caveat that chemistry alone can't carry a long-term relationship. That's where compatibility comes in. Slide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionallyMy Identify Your Needs course: http://bit.ly/4e2nwGC Get my free dating FAQ guide: https://intentionally.dating/gift/Read more on the blog: https://intentionally.dating/blog-posts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dating.Intentionally Rate on Apple: https://t.ly/JJgpP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I talk to veteran dating expert Evan Marc Katz about all things early dating! We get into why your confidence is the first thing to work on in your dating journey, tips for moving on from a past relationship you’re still stuck on and why you might be having a hard time finding men you actually like. I also had Evan give his take on one of my Instagram posts which he kindly disagreed with so it was fun to get into that more and hear his point of view. Evan's free guide: 7 Mistakes You're Making In DatingFollow Evan on Instagram: @realevanmarckatzSlide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionallyMy Identify Your Needs course: http://bit.ly/4e2nwGC Get my free dating FAQ guide: https://intentionally.dating/gift/Read more on the blog: https://intentionally.dating/blog-posts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dating.Intentionally Rate on Apple: https://t.ly/JJgpP More about Evan:Billed as a “personal trainer for smart, strong, successful women,” dating coach Evan Marc Katz has been helping singles since 2003. He is the author of four books and has been featured in hundreds of media outlets, including Today, the New York Times, and CNN. Since 2015, Evan’s blog has over 35 million readers, his podcast has over 2 million downloads and 13,000 women have graduated from Love U, his six-month video course that helps women understand men and find love. Evan is very happily married and lives in Los Angeles with his wife and their two children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Dating Intentionally, you'll hear our engagement story (including a real-life nightmare scenario) from my fiance, Johnny, and how he selected a ring for me! I also talk about why I proposed back to him and how I chose a ring for him as well. At the top of the episode, you'll hear a mini tangent about Valentine's Day and the importance of communicating your expectations around dates and gifts. Where Johnny got my ring: AdiamorWhere I got his ring: Richter Scale RingsJohnny's fave resource for diamond research: stonelago.comConnect with me on Instagram! @dating.intentionallySlide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionallyMy Identify Your Needs course: http://bit.ly/4e2nwGC Get my free dating FAQ guide: https://intentionally.dating/gift/Read more on the blog: https://intentionally.dating/blog-posts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dating.Intentionally Rate on Apple: https://t.ly/JJgpP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Yes, you can work on healing your attachment wounds even if you're not in a relationship. I got to talk to Julie Menanno about her new book, Secure Love, and how to apply its insights even if you're single. Julie and I cover steps to healing attachment if you don't work with a therapist and how to tune into your body to figure out what you need when you feel anxious, and what's at the root of your emotions. We also talk about spotting the negative cycle in early dating, the healthy way to navigate attachment in dating (no, it's not just avoiding avoidantly attached folks) and how to build a secure bond from the start. Check out "Secure Love"Connect with Julie on Instagram @thesecurerelationshipSlide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionallyMy Identify Your Needs course: http://bit.ly/4e2nwGC Get my free dating FAQ guide: https://intentionally.dating/gift/Read more on the blog: https://intentionally.dating/blog-posts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dating.Intentionally Rate on Apple: https://t.ly/JJgpP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are you following your intuition and trusting your gut feelings, or are you self-sabotaging? In this episode, I talk about why we self-sabotage and how it's different than trusting your gut. I get into eight different ways we get in our own way and tips for tapping into your intuition more. I'm also sharing a very exciting update on my relationship! Slide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionallyGet my free dating FAQ guide: https://intentionally.dating/gift/Read more on the blog: https://intentionally.dating/blog-posts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dating.Intentionally Rate on Apple: https://t.ly/JJgpP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Not sure how to get your needs met in the bedroom? Feel awkward talking about sex with someone new? Abigail Jensen from @vibeslut and I get into how to talk about sex and navigate new experiences with new partners with confidence and ease. Abigail provides so many practical, realistic tips for good sex and great communication in this episode. Connect with Abigail on InstagramListen to Abigail's new podcastSlide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionallyGet my free dating FAQ guide: https://intentionally.dating/gift/Read more on the blog: https://intentionally.dating/blog-posts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dating.Intentionally Rate on Apple: https://t.ly/JJgpP Abigail is a pleasure-positive and dating comedy content creator based in Los Angeles. With a background in stand-up comedy and writing for Television, Abigail brings her animated storytelling to highlight the relatable problems women face daily. Abigail began her journey into comedy on HBOmax’s Harley Quinn; her joke-telling abilities caught other comedians’ eyes, leading her to perform stand-up at places like The Comedy Store. From there, she wrote for Big Shot, starring John Stamos on Disney+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you heard of the whole feminine and masculine energy framework in dating? If you haven't, I'm sharing examples of the type of dating advice you'd hear if you go down the rabbit hole of tapping into your feminine energy to attract a masculine man. In this episode, I cover why this dating advice makes dating more complicated and causes us to overthink. There's one part of this advice I do like, which I talk about as well. At the end of the day, you get to try different styles of dating advice to see what fits you best.Slide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionallyGet my free dating FAQ guide: https://intentionally.dating/gift/Read more on the blog: https://intentionally.dating/blog-posts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dating.Intentionally Rate on Apple: https://t.ly/JJgpP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I got to talk to dating creator and author Lauren Josephine about what she learned during her decade-long dating journey and going on over 200 dates until she met her current boyfriend in an unexpected place online. We get into how to recover from situationships and fantasy relationships that don't pan out, how she got over the ick with her bf, bad advice she took in her journey and the mindset that works if you want to delete dating apps. Lauren provides so many useful nuggets of information in this episode! We also answer a listener's questions about dating post-divorce and what to do when they don't want to date, but want to be friends. Connect with Lauren Josephine on IG: @lookingforsomethingseriousGet Lauren's book: Looking For Something SeriousSlide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionallyGet my free dating FAQ guide: https://intentionally.dating/gift/Read more on the blog: https://intentionally.dating/blog-posts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dating.Intentionally Rate on Apple: https://t.ly/JJgpP About Lauren Josephine: Lauren found her passion for writing about love at age 19 after a devastating breakup. She then moved to the San Francisco Bay Area in her early 20s and began a decade-long dating journey in which she went on over 200 dates in a tireless search for love. The years of struggle, frustration, and loneliness eventually inspired her to write a book to help others feel less alone on their dating journeys. Lauren's mission as an author and a human in the world is to be an advocate for single people everywhere by validating just how emotionally taxing a modern dating journey can be. Her writing offers the encouragement, comedic relief, insight, and solidarity that every modern dater deserves in their search for love. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Do you get first date anxiety? This episode walks you through each step of a first date, from confirming the time to deciding if you're going to hug or kiss at the end. I also share tips for having fun conversations on first dates, as well as having a solid mindset so you don't let your anxiety run the show. At the end, I'm sharing your awkward first date stories with my boyfriend, Johnny.Slide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionallyGet my free dating FAQ guide: https://intentionally.dating/gift/Read more on the blog: https://intentionally.dating/blog-posts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dating.Intentionally Rate on Apple: https://t.ly/JJgpP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I'm talking to Julia from the Pretty Much Done podcast. We cover how to deal with comparing yourself to people in relationships, how to navigate being single when you thought you’d be married with kids by now and what the path to self-acceptance looks like. We also get into her dating life a bit in Austin, Texas and how she’s experimenting with meeting people in the wild. If you’re single and struggling or you’re thinking about getting out of a relationship where you know you’re settling, this is the episode for you!Slide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionallyGet my free dating FAQ guide: https://intentionally.dating/gift/Read more on the blog: https://intentionally.dating/blog-posts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dating.Intentionally Rate on Apple: https://t.ly/JJgpP About Julia:At 30 years old, Julia went viral for showcasing a day in her life as a single woman with no kids, soon igniting a larger conversation on the societal expectations placed on women by family, religion, work culture and more. Thousands of women soon flooded Julia’s DMs with their own stories on how they live life on their own terms and timeline and praised her for unapologetically representing their story.Julia is the host of the popular Pretty Much Done podcast where she welcomes experts, authors and celebrities who have experienced love and love loss and who are pretty much done settling for anything less than what they deserve.Connect with Julia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I'm talking to dating app expert Genny Diehl about how to increase your matches, improve your profile and go on more dates. You'll get tips you can use right away and learn insights Genny has picked up from using the apps for years and going on hundreds of dates. Slide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionallyGet my free dating FAQ guide: https://intentionally.dating/gift/Read more on the blog: https://intentionally.dating/blog-posts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dating.Intentionally Rate on Apple: https://t.ly/JJgpP About Genny:Genny Diehl (@DatingCoachDiehl) is your go-to expert on all things dating apps. As a "digital native" gen-zer, her fresh perspective has guided thousands of singles across age and experiences into quality connections from the apps. She's professionally audited hundreds of Hinge profiles this past year to effectively translate from match to IRL date, and those insights can now be applied to your own profile with her workshop: the Online Dating Crash Course, now including her viral "Top 10 Hinge Hacks Guide."Connect with Genny Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Could 2024 be your year to find a secure, long-term relationship? These are my top 10 dating tips for finding an amazing match (without compromising your mental health) in 2024. From building an amazing life on your own to embracing your search for love, these tips will have the highest impact on your dating life. At the end of the episode, I share a fun personal update. Connect with me on Instagram @dating.intentionally and check out the blog and more resources at https://intentionally.dating/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are they love bombing you or are they just eager about the connection? This episode breaks down the signs of love bombing, concrete examples, why people love bomb in the first place and how to remove yourself from a relationship with a love bomber. I also get into genuine interest and how it's different. You'll hear from a few love-bombing stories from Dating Intentionally listeners too. Get show notes and more at intentionally.dating or connect with me on Instagram @dating.intentionally. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Not sure what to do when they keep texting you, but won't ask you out? What about what to say to a ghoster? Or what should you expect after you've gone out a few times? This episode has you covered. Listen and learn about texting etiquette, what to expect, what to say and what not to say when texting someone you just started dating. Have questions? Reach out to me on Instagram @dating.intentionally. You can also grab my date tracker and 9 post-date questions on my site: intetionally.dating/gift. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you ever dated someone for a while and wondered, "what are we?" Going from just dating to "boyfriend" and "girlfriend" or whatever labels you want to use can feel terrifying. This episode covers how and when to have the DTR (define the relationship) convo and who to have it with. I'm also getting into what happens if they're not on the same page, and if you should wait for the guy to initiate the conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Do you ever feel totally apathetic about dating? Or like just the idea of going on a date feels irritating? You might be experiencing dating burnout. In this episode, I talk about how dating burnout and fatigue happen and how to heal from it. You aren't alone!Slide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionallyGet my free dating FAQ guide: https://intentionally.dating/gift/Read more on the blog: https://intentionally.dating/blog-posts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dating.Intentionally Rate on Apple: https://t.ly/JJgpP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Scenario: you're on date #2 with someone and they seem fine, but you're not sure if you should keep seeing them. This podcast breaks down the three things to look for when trying to figure out if someone is a good match for a potential relationship in early-stage dating. Have questions? DM me on Instagram @dating.intentionally. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stuck on what to get the person you're newly dating or a long-term partner for the holidays? Not great at gift-giving? My brother Alex (age 29) and I get into how to give memorable gifts your SO will absolutely love. This episode will inspire you to go the extra mile this holiday season without breaking the bank. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Whether you're fresh from a break up or still thinking about that person you dated 3 years ago, this episode is packed with tips, tools and techniques for moving on from an ex. This episode also features a special guest, sharing one very specific tip for moving on. Connect with me on Instagram at @dating.intentionally. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Do you have dating rules? In this episode, I get into the dating rules that worked for me (even though ultimately, I don't believe you have to follow any dating rules to be successful in dating). I also share what rules the community thinks are great, and which ones are BS. At the end, I'm answering a listener's question about what to do after being blindsided. Head to Instagram @dating.intentionally to connect with the community and me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are you grounded in dating? Listen and learn what staying grounded in dating even means and what happens when we get completely carried away. I'm also getting into how to actually slow the process down and stay grounded in reality as you get to know someone you like. At the end of the episode, I'm answering two listener emails.Submit a dating dilemma: https://forms.gle/xCmAWvDPGJdr3rFz9 Slide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionallyMy Identify Your Needs course: http://bit.ly/4e2nwGC Get my free dating FAQ guide: https://intentionally.dating/gift/ Read more on the blog: https://intentionally.dating/blog-posts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dating.Intentionally Rate on Apple: https://t.ly/JJgpP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is an overview and introduction to adult attachment theory. Learn about the four attachment styles (secure, avoidant, anxious and disorganized) how they're developed, and how our attachment style affects the way we operate in relationships and dating. You'll also learn three key things I did to heal my insecure attachment style. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are you more preoccupied with getting their interest than whether or not YOU like THEM in dating? This episode covers dating for validation: what it is, why it's leading you into toxic relationships and how to break out of the pattern. Mutual interest in dating is important, but when your desire to be desired takes over, you're going to miss red flags. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

POV: You're starting to talk about moving in with your partner, but you want to be sure you're talking everything through before making the decision. This episode includes eight essential questions and topics to discuss before moving in with your significant other. I also talk about how my BF and I came to the decision over months of discussion and exploration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is all about pacing in a new relationship and early dating. When is it "normal" to kiss? Have sex? Define the relationship? This episode covers it all, as well as a breakdown of how these dating milestones played out in the first year of dating my boyfriend who I met online. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I share 5 different dating dilemmas I received via DM on Instagram. Hear from folks who are dating post-divorce, trying to overcome the fear of dating, navigating conflicting values, and figuring out what to do when you've been seeing them for months, but they're not sure about you. If you want to submit your dating dilemma, DM me at @dating.intentionally on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode features John Teasdale, a 34 y/o single man (as of this recording) who built his own personal dating site to meet women. We talk about this unique approach to finding matches, how he came up with it, how it's going and why he thinks it's more fun than using dating apps. Check the site out here: datejohnteasdale.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Why date one person at a time when you can be more efficient and overlap? This episode covers all things circular dating, which is meeting and getting to know a few people simultaneously before deciding who to commit to. I talk about why it's beneficial, how to do it without hurting anyone's feelings or getting exhausted and I share YOUR reasons why it might not be a good idea, just to balance it out. I also go deep into my personal experience with dating multiple people (again, before committing!). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hear from Christopher* a man of Asian descent in his early 30s who works in academia, which means he has to move for work frequently. Christopher is looking for a long-term relationship and takes dating seriously despite the fact that he's dating in an east coast city that he'll eventually have to leave in a few months. We talk about how he uses the apps, what he looks for and how he takes calculated risks in dating. At the end, he tells me a hilarious first date story. I learned so much from Christopher and hope you do too! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Think of regular check-ins with your partner as relationship maintenance. In this episode, you'll learn what a relationship check-in is, why they're beneficial and how to start the conversation with your partner about doing them. I'm also sharing my favorite method for relationship check-ins and how I brought the topic up with my current boyfriend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hear from Yolanda Russell of The Conscious H.O.E. who shares all about what dating casually in Austin is like. Yolanda has entered the dating scene after ending a 6-year relationship with someone she was engaged to. Now she's dating casually with confidence and empowerment and I got to hear all about it! Yolanda talks about how to build self-confidence, how to navigate dating when you're not looking for anything serious and shares some pretty fun date ideas! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's solo episode, I'm talking about attraction in early dating which comes up a lot. Do you feel like you're never attracted to anyone on the first date, therefore don't end up going on a second date? This episode breaks down why you likely won't feel attraction right away (as a woman dating men) and what to focus on instead. I talk about different types of attraction, how many dates to give it if you don't feel attracted and how to navigate attraction in general. During this episode, I share a story about how I let attraction grow with my current boyfriend who I met on Hinge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hear from Scott, who's a 42 y/o man based in Australia, dating after divorce and as the father of two young boys. Scott shares all about how he approaches intentional dating after divorce, navigating tough dating schedules and how he faces the unique challenges that come up. He shares what works, what doesn't and what he's working toward. At the end of this episode, hear a funny story about how I met GB's (my boyfriend's) parents for the first time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Dating Intentionally Podcast is back! Tired of online dating? Is it just not working for you? I'm sharing my BEST tips and tricks for meeting people in real life and finding good matches off the apps. I talk about what I've tried that actually works, how to start conversations with strangers and be more approachable. If you want to meet someone in real life to date, I've got you covered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I'm sharing my 5 needs in a partner and how I figured them out. I'm also talking about how to figure out your relationship needs vs. wants and how to communicate them with the person you're dating. I also cover how to address feelings of guilt around needs and the concept of interdependence in relationships. At the end, as a bonus, I'm sharing the infamous Fisherman story - which is the story behind why a guy ended things with me over an Instagram DM. This will be the last episode in this first chapter? series? season? of Dating Intentionally. We'll be back in a few weeks with guests! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There's nothing quite like the anxiety that comes with trying to figure out where to spend the holidays with your significant other! In this episode, I'm talking about how to have conversations around the holidays, approaching gifts for each other and families, and the truth about letting people down in the process of making these decisions. I'm also sharing how I'm approaching the holidays differently in my new relationship and the super embarrassing experience I had decorating a Christmas tree for the first time ever in high school. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I talk about how each relationship gives us an opportunity break old habits and patterns and replace them with new healthier ones. I cover specific habits I'm working on breaking in my new relationship, like not speaking my needs and keeping score. I'll also talk about relationship habits I'm working on creating, like asking more questions and prioritizing repair attempts after handling conflict with my parnter. Finally, I talk about therapy and how that's helped me in this process. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I share my best tips for navigating sex in earl stage dating. I talk a bit about my experience navigating physical intimacy early on, when to actually have sex with someone you just started dating, how to set and communicate boundaries and more. I’ll also cover a few listener questions and share the worst (but funny, not like actually bad) experience I had having sex with someone new in the last year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.