Dating Intentionally

Being single is treated like something to escape, like something's wrong with you. But what if we stopped thinking of it that way? In this episode, I'm sharing the exact exercise I did after leaving my 6-year relationship that completely changed how I approached dating. I'm sharing the reflection questions I used to build my own security while actively dating, so you can do the same. This episode will help you re-frame urgency and desperation around just finding your person already.REFLECTION QUESTIONS:If I don't like it here, where should I live?How do I want to spend my time? What do I want my lifestyle to be?How will I make my life meaningful without a romantic relationship?What kind of friend and daughter do I want to be?How will I show up for the people in my life?How do I want to spend my money and what are my financial goals as a single person?If I don't meet anyone in the next few years, will I choose to have kids on my own?If I don't get married, what does the best version of my life look like?Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions easily and manage your finances with Rocket Money! Go to rocketmoney.com/dating to get started.AG1: Go to drinkag1.com/dating and get a FREE Welcome Kit with an AG1 Flavor Sampler and a bottle of Vitamin D3 plus K2 when you first subscribe!Rula: Go to rula.com/datingintentionally and take the first step towards better mental health today.Olive & June: DIY salon-level nails! Get 20% off your first mani system at oliveandjune.com/dating20UPCOMING EVENTRelationship Needs Masterclass: datingintentionallypod.com/needsJOIN THE COMMUNITYdatingintentionallypod.com/communityCONNECT WITH ME:⁠Ask a question for me to answer on the pod⁠⁠Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally!⁠MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT⁠Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide⁠⁠Get more dating advice from me on YouTube⁠DATING COURSES⁠Swipe, Match, Date - Master The Dating Apps⁠Relationship Needs Master ClassSUPPORT THE POD⁠Rate on AppleSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are you overthinking your dating situations, or are people showing you exactly who they are? In this episode, I break down four real dating dilemmas, which will help you trust your gut, set firmer boundaries, and date with more confidence and ease. Dilemma 1) dating someone who isn’t truly available, Dilemma 2) dealing with inconsistency and repeated cancellations, Dilemma 3) knowing when to state a boundary versus walk away, and Dilemma 4) figuring out whether a “slow burn” is real or a stalled connection. When you learn to observe instead of explain away behavior, dating becomes less confusing and a lot more empowering.Join my Relationship Needs Masterclass on 1/5 and 1/12!datingintentionallypod.com/needsThanks to our partners:Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions easily and manage your finances with Rocket Money! Go to rocketmoney.com/dating to get started.AG1: Go to drinkag1.com/dating and get a FREE Welcome Kit with an AG1 Flavor Sampler and a bottle of Vitamin D3 plus K2 when you first subscribe!Rula: Go to rula.com/datingintentionally and take the first step towards better mental health today.Olive & June: DIY salon-level nails! Get 20% off your first mani system at oliveandjune.com/dating20JOIN THE COMMUNITYdatingintentionallypod.com/communityCONNECT WITH ME:⁠Ask a question for me to answer on the pod⁠⁠Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally!⁠MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT⁠Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide⁠⁠Get more dating advice from me on YouTube⁠DATING COURSES⁠Swipe, Match, Date - Master The Dating Apps⁠Relationship Needs Master ClassSUPPORT THE POD⁠Rate on AppleSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Breakups aren’t fun, but they don’t have to break you.In this episode, I’m joined by breakup coach Cole Zesiger to talk about why we ruminate, how to stop comparing new dates to an ex, and when you are actually ready to date again. We also get into his divorce story, real healing strategies, and at the end we get into a dating dilemma about staying in touch with exes.Connect with Cole Zesiger:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachcolezesigerYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbR-Co-YONE96kmIsxQPstAGet Cole's Book!Ex's and No's: The Breakup Advice You Don't Want to Hear Thanks to our partners:Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions easily and manage your finances with Rocket Money! Go to rocketmoney.com/dating to get started.AG1: Go to drinkag1.com/dating and get a FREE Welcome Kit with an AG1 Flavor Sampler and a bottle of Vitamin D3 plus K2 when you first subscribe!Rula: Go to rula.com/datingintentionally and take the first step towards better mental health today.Olive & June: DIY salon-level nails! Get 20% off your first mani system at oliveandjune.com/dating20JOIN THE COMMUNITYdatingintentionallypod.com/communityCONNECT WITH ME:⁠Ask a question for me to answer on the pod⁠⁠Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally!⁠MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT⁠Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide⁠⁠Get more dating advice from me on YouTube⁠DATING COURSES⁠Swipe, Match, Date - Master The Dating Apps⁠⁠Relationship Needs Master ClassSUPPORT THE POD⁠Rate on AppleSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Navigating the tricky waters of dating can be challenging, especially when connections fizzle by the third date. Discover why texting habits, scheduling conflicts, and mismatched expectations can derail potential romances. Learn practical tips for effective communication, planning fun dates, and the importance of physical touch. Explore how to identify if you're pushing partners away and the value of curiosity and clear intentions in early dating. Plus, uncover the secrets to maintaining momentum and making the most of those crucial initial dates!

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.Where to Find Drea:Instagram: www.instagram.com/heybabecanwetalkYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HeyBabeCanWeTalkPodcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5IHI4Nis2q39tAsMC6Zr3OThanks to our partners:Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions easily and manage your finances with Rocket Money! Go to rocketmoney.com/dating to get started.AG1: Go to drinkag1.com/dating and get a FREE Welcome Kit with an AG1 Flavor Sampler and a bottle of Vitamin D3 plus K2 when you first subscribe!Rula: Go to rula.com/datingintentionally and take the first step towards better mental health today.Olive & June: DIY salon-level nails! Get 20% off your first mani system at oliveandjune.com/dating20JOIN THE COMMUNITYdatingintentionallypod.com/communityCONNECT WITH ME:⁠Ask a question for me to answer on the pod⁠⁠Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally!⁠MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT⁠Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide⁠⁠Get more dating advice from me on YouTube⁠DATING COURSES⁠Swipe, Match, Date - Master The Dating Apps⁠⁠How To Identify Your Needs 1-hr Class⁠SUPPORT THE POD⁠Rate on AppleSee 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 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.Episode Mentioned: 21. Are you dating for validation? (And how to stop)Thanks to our partners:Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions easily and manage your finances with Rocket Money! Go to rocketmoney.com/dating to get started.AG1: Go to drinkag1.com/dating and get a FREE Welcome Kit with an AG1 Flavor Sampler and a bottle of Vitamin D3 plus K2 when you first subscribe!Rula: Go to rula.com/datingintentionally and take the first step towards better mental health today.Olive & June: DIY salon-level nails! Get 20% off your first mani system at oliveandjune.com/dating20JOIN THE COMMUNITYdatingintentionallypod.com/communityCONNECT WITH ME:⁠Ask a question for me to answer on the pod⁠⁠Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally!⁠MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT⁠Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide⁠⁠Get more dating advice from me on YouTube⁠DATING COURSES⁠Swipe, Match, Date - Master The Dating Apps⁠⁠How To Identify Your Needs 1-hr Class⁠SUPPORT THE POD⁠Rate on AppleSee 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 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.Where to Find Julia:Instagram -> instagram.com/juliacounsellorWebsite -> juliakristina.comYouTube -> youtube.com/user/juliakristinamahThanks to our partners:AG1: Go to drinkag1.com/dating and get a FREE Welcome Kit with an AG1 Flavor Sampler and a bottle of Vitamin D3 plus K2 when you first subscribe!Rula: Go to rula.com/datingintentionally and take the first step towards better mental health today.Olive & June: DIY salon-level nails! Get 20% off your first mani system at oliveandjune.com/dating20JOIN THE COMMUNITYdatingintentionallypod.com/communityCONNECT WITH ME:⁠Ask a question for me to answer on the pod⁠⁠Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally!⁠MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT⁠Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide⁠⁠Get more dating advice from me on YouTube⁠DATING COURSES⁠Swipe, Match, Date - Master The Dating Apps⁠⁠How To Identify Your Needs 1-hr Class⁠SUPPORT THE POD⁠Rate on AppleSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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.Thanks to our partners:AG1: Go to drinkag1.com/dating and get a FREE Welcome Kit with an AG1 Flavor Sampler and a bottle of Vitamin D3 plus K2 when you first subscribe!Rula: Go to rula.com/datingintentionally and take the first step towards better mental health today.Olive & June: DIY salon-level nails! Get 20% off your first mani system at oliveandjune.com/dating20JOIN THE COMMUNITYdatingintentionallypod.com/communityCONNECT WITH ME:⁠Ask a question for me to answer on the pod⁠⁠Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally!⁠MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT⁠Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide⁠⁠Get more dating advice from me on YouTube⁠DATING COURSES⁠Swipe, Match, Date - Master The Dating Apps⁠⁠How To Identify Your Needs 1-hr Class⁠SUPPORT THE POD⁠Rate on AppleSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join dating experts Julie Krafchick, a practical dating strategist, and Yue Xu, who specializes in modern dating trends, as they explore intentional dating. Discover how to shift your mindset from outcome-driven to enjoying the process, and learn effective screening techniques for matches. They emphasize successful daters thrive by not needing a relationship but wanting one. The guests also dive into making dates fun again and the importance of understanding your dating 'north star'. Plus, they play a rapid-fire game addressing common dating red flags!

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.Episodes Mentioned:158 — What to do when you feel like you're doing everything right but nothing is working.211 — How to Flirt (Even If You’re “Bad” at it) w/ Francesca Hogi103 — I’m Doing Everything Right But I’m Still SingleThanks to our partners:AG1: Go to drinkag1.com/dating and get a FREE Welcome Kit with an AG1 Flavor Sampler and a bottle of Vitamin D3 plus K2 when you first subscribe!Rula: Go to rula.com/datingintentionally and take the first step towards better mental health today.Olive & June: DIY salon-level nails! Get 20% off your first mani system at oliveandjune.com/dating20JOIN THE COMMUNITYdatingintentionallypod.com/communityCONNECT WITH ME:⁠Ask a question for me to answer on the pod⁠⁠Slide into my DMs on IG @dating.intentionally!⁠MORE FREE ADVICE & CONTENT⁠Free texting templates & dating FAQ guide⁠⁠Get more dating advice from me on YouTube⁠DATING COURSES⁠Swipe, Match, Date - Master The Dating Apps⁠⁠How To Identify Your Needs 1-hr Class⁠SUPPORT THE POD⁠Rate on AppleSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.