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5 First Date Questions That Spark Connection

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What first date questions should you ask if you want to leave a lasting impression? Here are the only 5 you’ll need! — Recently, a client asked, “What type of questions can I ask on a first date to see if we share the same values? I always struggle with this.” If you’ve ever been at a loss for what to say on a first date, you’re not alone. I’m sharing five of my favorite first date questions and conversation starters. This is how they’ll benefit you: You’ll be able to tell early on whether you have a connection You’ll get to know their values and areas of compatibility more quickly You’ll spark more engaging conversations, whether there’s a true connection or not Ask one or two of these first date questions on your date, and the conversation should begin to flow. You can also use a few on a first phone call to see if you even want to go on a first date!  5 First Date Questions That Spark Connection 1. What do you love most about your career? This is a good w...

How to Cultivate a Deeper Connection With Your Partner

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If you want a deeper connection with your partner, listen to this podcast episode with Bryan Reeves. Elevate your relationship today! — Bryan Reeves is back on the podcast , talking about cultivating a deeper connection with your partner. A former US Air Force Captain, he is an internationally renowned Author and Life/Relationship Coach with a current focus on supporting men to have better lives and relationships. His viral blog has been read by over 50 million people worldwide. He’s the co-founder of “Elevate Your Relationship,” a live coaching program for men ready to improve their relationships. He’s co-host of the popular podcast, “Men, This Way,” and author of his newest book, Choose Her Every Day (Or Leave Her) . In this episode of Last First Date Radio: Why the article “Choose Her Every Day (Or Leave Her)” resonated for so many people  The three stages of love and relationships Who pays on a first date? What men can do to make women feel safer What women can do w...

Are Dating Apps in Their Flop Era?

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Are dating apps soon to be a thing of the past? Are they in their flop era? Here are my thoughts about dating apps today. — Are dating apps in their flop era? There’s been a lot of talk in the news lately about the decline of dating apps, and some have even been sued for their addictive nature. Are dating apps a thing of the past? Maybe. The apps are going through a crisis of public perception. People are feeling done with the whole thing. Let’s discuss! Are Dating Apps in Their Flop Era? I’ve been using dating apps off-and-on for the past five years. I’m finding the selection to be worse than ever, and bad dating behavior – ghosting, bread-crumbing, slow fading – is at an all time high. Hinge, Tinder, Raya and Bumble have reached their lowest levels of engagement ever. Why? Four reasons dating apps in their flop era 1. Dating app stocks have dropped. Last November, Whitney Wolfe Herd, Bumble’s founder and CEO,  stepped down after 10 years. Bumble’s stocks have p...

My Ex-Husband Was a Cheater. How Do I Trust Again?

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Rachel’s ex-husband was a cheater. She wants to know how to trust again. Listen as I coach her on the podcast. — How do you trust again after infidelity? In this podcast episode, I coach Rachel, someone I had never met before, for a one-time session to discuss how to trust again after being cheated on. She was married eleven years to a man who cheated several times. Trust was betrayed, he left her for the other woman, and the divorce was final last summer. She feels she dated too soon, but she got some validation that she was still attractive and dateable. But what about the man she’s seeing now? EP 601: Live coaching with Rachel – My Ex-Husband Was a Cheater. How Do I Trust Again? Last First Date Radio Dating and relationships don’t have to be so complicated! Join Sandy Weiner, THE dating and relationship coach for people over 40, for this inspirational show about attracting and sustaining healthy relationships. You’ll learn the most effective tools for transforming ...

Are You in Love or Seeking Validation?

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Are you in love or seeking validation? In this video, you’ll learn the difference between a healthy attraction and an unhealthy one. — You’re dating someone who blows hot and cold, and you’re trying to win them over. You believe they would love you more if you improve yourself just a little bit more. Maybe you think you’re in love with them, and they just needed to see how amazing you are. Are you really in love, or are you seeking validation?  Are You in Love or Seeking Validation? Many people who are dating are seeking validation, not love. What’s the difference? 2 Types of Validation in Dating and Relationships Healthy validation: When you help your date or partner feel good about themselves, that’s a healthy form of validation. Some examples are giving them an authentic compliment or letting them know how much you appreciate their support and are attracted to them. Unhealthy validation: When we seek validation by sacrificing our personal values for the sake of a...

3 Keys to Becoming Secure in Love

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What does it mean to be secure in love? My podcast guest, Madeline Charles, reveals her secrets to being more secure to find lasting love! — Blending her professional experience as a licensed psychotherapist with intuition, Madeline Charles shares equal parts practical and spiritual guidance to support women in creating sexy, secure relationships. In this episode of Last First Date Radio: How to define being secure in love Why being secure in love is important for a thriving relationship What it looks like when someone is not feeling secure in love The 3 keys to a secure way of relating Unique challenges and opportunities spiritual, successful women have in love EP 600: Madeline Charles – 3 Keys to Becoming Secure in Love Last First Date Radio Dating and relationships don’t have to be so complicated! Join Sandy Weiner, THE dating and relationship coach for people over 40, for this inspirational show about attracting and sustaining healthy relationships. You’ll...

Obsessing After a Great First Date?

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You had a great first date. Now you’re obsessing over this person, and you can’t wait to see them again. Slow down! Here’s why… — You finally meet someone amazing, someone who seems like they’re your perfect match. The attraction is off the charts. The conversation flows. You leave the date with a kiss goodnight and a big smile on your face. You’re obsessing, you can’t get this person out of your mind. You can’t wait to see them again. You might have met the “one” – or maybe not. Obsessing after a great first date? You’re not alone. And it’s important to not get carried away after that initial date. Here’s why… Why obsessing after a great first date is unhealthy  Sometimes we obsess over a great first date because it’s been so long since we’ve felt a connection. Often, we have dating fatigue, and this person has a great personality and seems to tick all our boxes. Whatever the reason, if you’re looking for love and you think you found it, you get excited. Why not?  ...

 How to Move On After Infidelity

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How do you move on after infidelity? Can you repair your relationship? My podcast guest, therapist Lisa Brateman, has the answers! — If you’ve ever experienced infidelity, it can be hard to recover. My podcast guest, Lisa Brateman, LCSW, is a psychotherapist, relationship specialist, public speaker, and media commentator with more than two decades of experience. She’s also the author of “ The Courage to Walk Away: Move on After Infidelity by Mourning What You Lost, Identifying Your Relationship Needs, and Empowering Yourself for the Future “. She offers individual, couples, and group therapy in New York City. In this episode of Last First Date Radio: How to trust again after your partner cheats How to trust your judgment after infidelity How to tolerate uncertainty and unanswered questions What is financial infidelity and how do you identify it? EP 599: Lisa Brateman – How to Move On after Infidelity Last First Date Radio Dating and relationships don’t have to ...

The Difference Between Standards and Expectations in Dating

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What’s the difference between having high standards and expectations in dating? They’re both important. Here’s why… — It’s important to have both standards and expectations in dating. What’s the difference between the two? How can you create clear and realistic standards, and how can you manage your expectations so you don’t get hurt?  The Difference Between Standards and Expectations in Dating The Difference Between Expectations and Standards Expectations are what we impose on others, and standards are what we hold for ourselves. Standards in Dating Our standards signify the way we want to be heard, seen, and treated. It’s important to identify our standards and expect them to be met when we’re dating and in relationships.  Some examples of standards in dating: Respect for your opinions, feelings, needs, beliefs, and desires Shared values, ethics, and worldview Honesty and trustworthiness Feeling of safety, equality, and affection Expectations in ...