Psychology of Dating Podcast

This episode looks at ways to reduce unnecessary suffering in dating caused by thinking. It explores the difference between a neutral dating circumstance and the automatic judgments and criticisms that can alter the way you view and feel about a situation.  *** ONLINE DATING COACHING PROGRAM Feb 2025*** For more information or to register visit: https://www.nadineneukirch.com FREE Guide on Top 3 M...

In this Episode Nadine's cousin Hazel shares the challenges and highs in her long term relationship with her now fiancé.  Topics include; dating a man who is shorter, from friends to romantic, breakdown of a relationship and cheating, dating someone narcissistic, self-love and personal growth, rebuilding trust, being 'all in' and tips to help a long term relationship thrive.  FREE G...

This episode is an interview with Georgia Grace, who is a Certified Sex and Relationship Practitioner And Somatic Therapist. Georgia shares expertise from her area, including: - What is Somatic therapy and Sexology - What is covered in Georgia's new book - Tools to communicate during sex, saying no and making requests - Common barriers to communication - Consent, trauma, and sex Information o...

What are the impacts of the hormones Oestrogen and Progesterone which occur in different phases of the menstrual cycle? How can these impact your dating experience? In this episode: - Consider impacts of different physiological states and hormones and how you can become aware of them to enhance your dating experiences FREE Guide on Top 3 Mindset Shifts in Dating:  https://www.nadineneukirch.com Ha...

In this episode learn about the DBT distress tolerance skills that are fast acting to help manage distress. TIPP is an acronym for the skills of (extreme) Temperature, Intense Exercise, Paced Breathing, & Progressive Muscle Relaxation. Learn about the science behind these skills and how to practise in this episode. If you would like to skip ahead to the practice of Paced Breathing, & Progr...

Can people change? And if so which aspects of personality, characteristics, circumstances can change? This episode covers: - Stages of change based on Motivational Interviewing therapy - Questions to ask yourself about someone changing - How to shift the focus to what you can change to build greater agency in your circumstances  FREE Guide on Top 3 Mindset Shifts in Dating:  https://www.nadineneuk...

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation Therapy) is an established therapy with a strong evidence base. This therapy can help people to process past traumatic/distressing memories and move forwards with their lives.  In this episode: - Learn about EMDR therapy and how this could help your dating experiences FREE Guide on Top 3 Mindset Shifts in Dating:  https://www.nadineneukirch.com Have a question or...

This episode explores two key concepts in dating:  - The importance of mindset in dating, and the difference between scarcity and abundance mindset - Two key factors to help you identify when to stop looking and invest in the current relationship you have found FREE Guide on Top 3 Mindset Shifts in Dating:  https://www.nadineneukirch.com Have a question or topic you'd like to hear on this pod...

Do you experience chronic anxiety with the person you are dating? Feel like you are walking on eggshells or are 'not good enough'? These can be symptoms of dating someone with Narcissism. This episode outlines common signs the person you are dating has narcissism, what to look out for in their behaviour and how you feel. FREE Guide on Top 3 Mindset Shifts in Dating: https://www.nadineneu...

This guided meditation uses a 'parts work' therapy approach. Explore triggered emotions and the child/young part these feelings may be related to. Steps to soothe these parts.  This episode may be helpful in conjunction with episode 57, 'Am I Triggered Or Is This A 'Red Flag'. FREE Guide on Top 3 Mindset Shifts in Dating:  https://www.nadineneukirch.com Have a question or...

Have you dreamed of obtaining a goal in dating/relationships, reached this goal, and then had unexpected difficult emotions like anxiety or stress? This episode explores common fears and challenges people experience when they obtain a dating goal and helpful reframes for the stress or anxiety.  FREE Guide on Top 3 Mindset Shifts in Dating:  https://www.nadineneukirch.com Have a question or topic y...

How often should you see someone you are dating? This is a common question asked by people who see Nadine for coaching or psychology sessions. Once a week? More or less? Will I scare them away? In this episode: - Discussion on what can happen if you see someone too much or too little in dating - Circumstances you may want to see someone more or less - Learn about 'A' and 'H' fr...

This podcast will go through an extensive list of date activity ideas, whether they are active, at home, entertainment, getaways and more.  FREE Guide on Top 3 Mindset Shifts in Dating:  https://www.nadineneukirch.com Have a question or topic you'd like to hear on this podcast?  Message Nadine via the contacts page here: https://www.nadineneukirch.com Thanks for tuning in to The Psychology of...

How do you know when to ask someone to date you exclusively? When is the right timing? What do you say? What types of labels can you ask for? How do you know when to tell someone you want casual? This episode covers everything you need to know about labelling when dating. FREE Guide on Top 3 Mindset Shifts in Dating:  https://www.nadineneukirch.com Have a question or topic you'd like to hear...

Do you want to meet more people for dates and reduce dating burnout? Video dates are a quick and efficient way to initially connect with people from dating apps. In this episode you will learn step by step how to conduct a video date: rationale, how to ask someone on a video date, how to end a video date, common pitfalls. FREE Guide on Top 3 Mindset Shifts in Dating: https://www.nadineneukirch.com...

Dating can become ineffective if you are experiencing dating burnout, a major life stressor, or a major blocker such as heartache.  In this episode: - Learn about signs and symptoms to take a break from dating - Tips what to do on your dating break - How to know when to start dating again FREE Guide on Top 3 Mindset Shifts in Dating:  https://www.nadineneukirch.com Have a question or topic you&apo...

How to make a long distance relationship work?  In this episode Jasmine shares her experience of navigating a 9 year long relationship between Australia and the UK. She shares key challenges and tips to help a long distance relationship thrive. Topics include; how to build trust, how to stay connected, the importance of personal development, and forming goals with your partner.  FREE Guide on Top...

When you experience extreme emotions in dating it can be hard to know if this is a trigger from your past experiences, or if this is a 'red flag' for the relationship you are in.  In this episode: - Learn about differences between past triggers and 'red flags' - Skills to self-regulate and communicate your needs FREE Guide on Top 3 Mindset Shifts in Dating:  https://www.nadinen...

Resilience in dating helps you bounce back from difficult experiences, be able to access balanced thinking, and more easily regulate emotions. This episode looks at the strategy 'savouring pleasant events' to build up a bank of positive experiences in your life and increase resilience along your dating journey.  FREE Guide on Top 3 Mindset Shifts in Dating:  https://www.nadineneukirch.co...

Jealousy is a common emotion experienced in dating and relationships which many find challenging. In this episode my friend Ruby shares her experience with jealousy, including her journey with non-monogamous relationships. She shares key strategies to embrace jealousy as a useful tool. Topics include: effective communication, managing uncertainty and anxiety, self-soothing, role of hormones, and s...

It can be common in dating for our brain's to have biased thinking; either putting someone on a pedestal and not seeing the early 'red flags', or discounting someone who could have great potential.  In this episode: - Learn a quick and simple technique to balance your thinking in dating FREE Guide on Top 3 Mindset Shifts in Dating:  https://www.nadineneukirch.com Have a question or...

It is common to find dating difficult, however it is less common for people to know exactly what they would like to be different in their dating experience (besides meeting their 'perfect' person!). In this episode learn strategies to create an enjoyable dating experience rather than passively waiting for things to change. FREE Guide on Top 3 Mindset Shifts in Dating:  https://www.nadine...

It is common for people to 'mind read' in dating. That is, assume what others are thinking and take this as fact. This unhelpful thinking pattern can hinder your dating experience, leading to increased judgements of others, misunderstandings, and missed opportunities.  In this episode: - Learn about dating situations where 'mind reading' can occur - Learn 3 steps to reduce the...

Do you experience difficult feelings before a date? Anxiety, Anger, Hopelessness, Confusion? In this episode: - Rationale for practising equanimity to emotions - Pre-date meditation to get used to feelings related to worst-case and best-case of going on your next date FREE Guide on Top 3 Mindset Shifts in Dating:  https://www.nadineneukirch.com Have a question or topic you'd like to hear on t...

A common challenge in dating is how to end a date. Maybe you're too worried about hurting the other person's feelings, or maybe you like the person so much you don't want it to end, but the date drags on and ultimately this can lead to dating burnout.  In this episode: - Learn about common challenges in ending dates - Tips what to say to end a date - Tips on how to set up a shorter...