Dates & Mates with Damona Hoffman Master Class: Do you have a “Type”?
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Jul 25, 2023 Ever felt stuck in a dating rut by sticking to your 'type'? This discussion reveals why that notion is just a myth and how it might limit your romantic prospects. Embrace a growth mindset and be open to new experiences to transform your dating life. The conversation dives into how attraction often stems from familiarity and shared values rather than rigid preferences. Every dating experience can teach you something valuable about yourself—so why not explore beyond the usual boundaries?
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Adopt a Growth Mindset in Dating
- Adopt a growth mindset about dating skills and experimenting in your love life.
- Be open to new ways and methods to meet your special someone instead of fixed dating expectations.
Type Is a Myth of Familiarity
- Physical attraction type is often a myth shaped by conditioned familiarity rather than fixed preferences.
- We tend to be attracted to people similar to ourselves or similar to those we've dated before.
Familiarity Principle in Attraction
- The familiarity principle explains why we avoid new stimuli and prefer the familiar.
- Repeated exposure to different types broadens attraction and reduces fear of the new.
