Mostly Dating

Welcome back! Today we’re joined by Marissa George, a fan-favorite cast member from Netflix’s Love Is Blind Season 7 who was recently named one of Variety’s most powerful women in reality TV. Marissa opens up about her experience on the show and how she healed from the heartbreak of her on-screen breakup. We also talk about: How Marissa decided to go on Love Is Blind & how she prepared for the...

Welcome back! Today we're joined by returning guest, ⁠Kelley Knight⁠ , spiritual development teacher, founder and CEO of Modern Mystic Shop, and co-author of Spells For The Modern Mystic. In today's episode, Kelley gives tarot readings for every zodiac sign, with tangible advice for what steps to take to make 2025 your best year in dating/relationships. We wrap up the episode with listener questio...

Welcome back to Mostly Dating! what we're talking about today: the honeymoon phase (why it happens & what it means when it ends) what to do when your relationship starts to feel boring should you tell someone to kiss you on a date if you want them to? is it okay to have a defined relationship when your divorce isn't final yet? shifts in communication in the early dating stages Posts referenced...

Welcome back to Mostly Dating! what we're talking about today: the difference between chemistry and compatibility how to have better conversations on dating apps (that actually lead to dates) how to talk about difficult topics in relationships (sex, money, etc.) when/how much should you tell your family about a new person you're going on dates with? real stories from people who found out their par...

Welcome back to Mostly Dating (the new era of Mostly Balanced!). what we're talking about today: how to flirt my guidelines on gifting in early dating signs you're ready to meet each other's families what to do if your family doesn't want your partner to come to your holidays meeting your situationship's family how to keep the spark alive in early dating when you're apart for the holidays should y...

Welcome back to Mostly Dating (the new era of Mostly Balanced!). Today we’re talking about exes and the holidays. Should you reach out or are you just lonely? We’ll break down how to decide mindfully. + we answer listener questions about: Keeping your independence in a relationship Is debt a dealbreaker? How to talk about money with your partner How to tell when a relationship isn’t right How to d...

Welcome to Mostly Dating (the new era of Mostly Balanced!). We’re kicking things off with the return of one of our OG favorite guests, Michael Tennant.  Michael is a speaker, entrepreneur, and author. He’s the founder of my favorite conversation deck, Actually Curious, a card game created to build empathy, trust, and connection. What we talk about: How Michael created a movement to spread empathy...

Welcome back! Today we're answering rapid fire listener questions. what we talk about: Someone lying about their age One-sided effort in a relationship Feeling distant after sex When the spark can grow (& when it can't) Someone lying about their past "to spare your feelings" & more! Links I mentioned: ⁠⁠My KLAW sneakers review 📣  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get a custom dating app profile makeover from...

Welcome back! Today we're answering rapid fire listener questions. what we talk about: Signs someone is into you on early dates (+ how to reciprocate) Where to meet people outside of dating apps How to approach someone you see everyday in the same place Is it a red flag if you're not in their close friends circle on Instagram? Is it a red flag if they go out drinking a lot with work and say it's "...

Welcome back! Today we're joined by a highly anticipated guest: Christine Lang , soul channel, intuitive, and energy healer. We're chatting all about common fears and blocks that are stopping us from finding our ideal partner, and Christine even made an exclusive free guided meditation for all listeners to uncover—and overcome—their own fears and blocks. * ACCESS THE FREE MEDITATION HERE * what we...

Welcome back! Today we're answering a few longer listener questions. what we talk about: What to do when your needs are not being met in a relationship What does it really mean when someone wants to “take things slow?” What to do when they finally change but it feels too late? Do ultimatums work in relationships? Exactly what to say when you’re stuck in a situationship & more! Links I ment...

Welcome back! Today we're answering rapid-fire listener questions. what we talk about: Ways to improve communication in a relationship What to do when the person you're dating forgets your birthday Am I the red flag for being underwhelmed by their birthday celebration? What to do when you're only attracted to people who aren't emotionally available Is it a red flag if they tell you...

Welcome back! Today we're answering rapid-fire listener questions. what we talk about: 7 steps to get over a breakup Is it a red flag if they call you their ex's name? How to handle different sex drives in a relationship + what to do when your partner never initiates Early signs someone is emotionally available Who should initiate early dates? What to do when you hit it off with someone wh...

Welcome back! Today we're answering rapid-fire listener questions. what we talk about: My rant on how dating is actually a lot like finding a job How to let go of your partner's past Is it normal to want to break up with them because they are messy? Why you're having trouble getting beyond the first date What to do when there isn't physical attraction on early dates Getting back to...

Welcome back! Today we're talking about behaviors that damage your relationship, create distance, and ultimately cause breakups. what we talk about: the difference between the silent treatment and taking time to think/cool down how to stop assuming your partner's feelings/thoughts/needs & what to do when they assume yours what happens when arguments go unresolved my thoughts on "n...

Welcome back! Today's episode starts with a few listener questions and then we dive into some subtle and telltale signs someone is in love with you. what we talk about: Timelines for saying I love you Should you slide into someone's DMs if they didn't match you back on a dating app? My new favorite way to write a Bumble bio Questions to ask to see if someone is right for you Signs some...

Welcome back! Today's episode dives into a few recent viral topics and wraps up with listener questions. what we talk about: Tips for introducing a partner to your family or friends (+ my own experience) Why it's important to have deep conversations in a relationship Deep conversation starters for dates How to bring up uncomfortable conversation topics in a relationship The differences bet...

Welcome back! Today we're answering rapid-fire listener questions. what we talk about: How to talk to your partner about something they do that's bothering you What to do when you feel "blank" or like you aren't good enough Why we need to stop using our dating lives as a measurement tool for how great we are. How to get over a crush on a married coworker & more! 📣  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Welcome back! Today we're talking about all things DTR. what we talk about: Things to do before defining the relationship Things you should know before defining the relationship Signs it's time to define the relationship How to get comfortable talking about sex with your partner & more! Other posts, episodes, & products referenced: Episode with Emily Morse (@sexwithemily) How to DT...

Welcome back! Today we’re joined by Rachel Brotman, creator and founder of @thecarboholic. This episode is a little different, we're doing a deep dive into all the best dating spots in NYC. Don't live in New York? Save this for your next visit! what we talk about: How Rachel became a food content creator & eventually quit her full time job How to find out about all the best new restaur...

Welcome back! Today we're chatting about staying healthy in a new relationship, encouraging your partner to be healthier, and answering more listener questions. what we talk about: My thoughts on "if they wanted to they would," "if you're confused they're not interested," and other common dating advice. (+ what to do instead) A listener question on how to make a rel...

Welcome back! Today we're chatting about staying healthy in a new relationship, encouraging your partner to be healthier, and answering more listener questions. what we talk about: Staying in your health/fitness/wellness routine in a relationship How to motivate your partner to be healthier Who should pay for early dates? What to message someone who doesn't have good prompts Should you sha...

Welcome back! Today we're chatting about future tripping in early dating & answering a few listener questions. what we talk about: what is future tripping? how to avoid creating a false sense of intimacy early on how much messaging is too much before a date & in the early dating stages how to voice boundaries around texting early in dating how soon to sleep together what to do when you...

Welcome back! Today we’re joined by Elizabeth Endres, creator and co-founder of @sweatsandthecity and host of The Wellness Process podcast. what we talk about: Elizabeth’s favorite wellness practices Dating in your 20s vs dating in your 30s+ How to get in a good mindset before a date Our thoughts on “dating is a numbers game” Being friends with exes How to manifest the right relationship (& wh...

Welcome back! Today we're chatting about imposter syndrome in relationships & answering listener questions. what we talk about: why imposter syndrome happens in relationships how to stop worrying things are "too good to be true" ways to be more confident balancing busy schedules in a relationship what to do if your needs aren't being met deciding if it's worthy trying lon...