The Book of Love

This week we sat down with a returning guest, to discuss online dating, game, profiles, pictures and compatibility. Do you think the less effort you put in when online dating the better results you get? What is your mindset when dating online? We also discuss how different today's dating culture is and how hard it must be for those who have been married for decades and then come out in today's dat...

This week on the Book of Love HOTLINE your local matchmaker and dating coach Jean-eva Dickie jumps on a live call with singles to answer all their dating questions! We discuss the phases of relationships and when you know if you should stay or walk away. We also dive deep into the new most annoying trend, the "the situationship". What is it, which side are you, and what to do when we are stuck in...

Welcome to our new series talking about my journey in love. Every single dalliance, date and relationship in my life have been huge lessons and it was up to me to either listen & learn or ignore & repeat.    Today's chapter we start with my first boyfriend, the skater boy Brad, and the adorable first relationship we created. We also go into the biggest lesson I learned, fortunately early on, in re...

This week's chapter we sit down with Jon Birger, author of 'Date-onomics' and his newest book, 'Make Your Move' to discuss why dating has become a lopsided numbers game, and why dating has become harder for educated women than educated men. Have we thought about how the 'Me Too' movement has influenced today's dating culture, and how we need to adjust our dating techniques accordingly? Listen to t...

Welcome to our new Book of Love HOTLINE series. Here your local matchmaker and dating coach Jean-eva Dickie jumps on a live call with singles to answer all their dating questions!   Today's episode we were joined by two lovely singles with two very different questions. When should we talk about being exclusive, how to prepare and moderate our expectations for a first date and what it looks like be...

This week's chapter we sit down with the lovely Melissa to talk about the modern dating world, and what it is like to date when you have MS. Melissa educates us on what MS is, what it looks like, and how it is different for everyone! When I first sat down with Melissa my vision of MS was taken from my cousin's experience, and then all of those preconceived notions were blown out of the water as I...

This week Brittany returns to the Book of Love podcast to discuss one of the greatest fallacies of our generation. That love and relationships are easy.  Society has taken an over romanticized view of relationships and put it in the forefront of our minds.  As a result, we have been treating relationships, the one last sacred institution in this world, as disposable.  What if I told you that was w...

This week's podcast guest Sally Kathryn brings the energy. Coming out of Montreal, we originally met through TikTok and connected on mutual dating coaching styles! This episode is pure training on different topics, including how approaching doesn't necessarily make you the pursuer. We talk about how to bridge the conversation gap organically and so much more!  To find Sally on TikTok & Instagram g...

This week we sat down with Influencer & Paramedic, Chelsea Rose to talk about her experience of dating in Halifax. We discuss how becoming an influencer allowed her to become more authentic & genuine with both herself and her followers. We were blessed to hear her coming out story and also leaves us with some amazing dating advice for all us Nova Scotian singles. Our LGBTQ+ Book of Love database s...

This week we sit down with Emilie Lacroix, Psychology Researcher from the University of Calgary, and completed her Doctoral Thesis on "Body Image Development". We talk about body confidence, how people grow to appreciate their bodies and the common patterns of body image development. My favorite topic from this episode is talking about how COVID has affected our body confidence and overall happine...

This week we sat down with my friend and Soul Alignment Energy Worker Jeannine Riant. We visit a list of topics, most of them revolving around our experiences with the amazing Alison Armstrong, but also discussing dating over 40 after a separation or divorce and why we should be looking for vitality rather than age. Join us as we laugh, learn and talk honestly about laying down our swords and allo...

This week we sat down with the creator of Halifax Date Ideas, Dale to talk about some amazing date ideas in the winter, and during a pandemic. As a matchmaker, I find it almost impossible to come up with a great first date idea during lockdown and in the middle of winter, so I can only imagine how stumped you all must be. Join us as we discuss Dales journey to creating Halifax Date Ideas on instag...

This week's episode is the last podcast of the year. To finish off 2020 I would like to share the hardest yet best dating advice I could ever give. I wish you all an amazing Holiday Season and to come into next year with growth, love and happiness. 

This week we sit down with the lovely Jessica Poole, host of the Lather Rinse Repeat Podcast to talk about her journey in the dating world. We are all able to watch her life unfold over the last year with her incredibly honest and open podcast about dating and life. We discussed lots of topics, my favorite being the dating coaching she was completely unaware she was having while interviewing guest...

To celebrate our 30th episode, I have taken questions from you and answered them! We cover four questions that I'm sure many of you have wondered if not asked in the past. 1. Am I too picky? 2. How long should I wait to text after a first date? 3. What can I expect from a Speed Dating Event? 4. What should I do if I've been catfished or my identity has been stolen using online dating? This episode...

This week we are joined by the wonderful Deep & Amanda, one of J-E Matchmaking's amazing couples! Their story is not unlike a lot of other singles out there. Shy city boy, and outgoing country gal, coming together to build an amazing relationship. We discuss many topics including what it is like to date when you're shy, becoming a super networker, personal development, and what it takes to create...

This week we are joined by Mike, Owner of a PR Company that specializes in Crisis Management. In this chapter we cover many topics including canceling culture, our digital footprint, how we behave differently to those we are attracted to and how to attract the women that you want. Training is on abundance vs. scarcity mindset and how each influences our success in dating and life. Gentlemen! If yo...

I'm so excited to introduce to you our new Matchmaker Paige. She will focus on the Annapolis Valley region while specializing in the Christian community. Join us for this high energy episode where we talk about our vision for J-E Matchmaking, how the purity culture has impacted the Christian community, and why you need to have full length photos on your online dating profile. If you want Paige to...

"No matter who you are, if you set out on the road of dating, you are learning. THE END" - Jamie This week we are joined by the handsome and suave Jamie to talk about dating in Halifax as a gay gentlemen. We talk about what it is like to date in Halifax, with more of a Victorian influence, and how it has affected the LGBTQ+ culture compared to bigger cities. Why it is so important to know yourself...

"I think knowing your Attachment Styles is almost more important than knowing your Love Language" - Sarah. This week we are joined by inspiring stand up comedian, host and producer of Intalksicated Podcast, Sarah MacLellan to talk about Attachment Styles. Over the past year, Sarah dove deep into her personal growth and shares how knowing her attachment style has become a big part of her journey. W...

What you put out into the world is what you get back. This week we are joined by Renee, owner of The Style Coach in Halifax. We discuss fashion, fitting for your body and through bouts of laughter, a little bit about Renee's story, her business and where she got her passion for fashion. We discuss how women can dress on three of the most common types of dates. 1) Hot summer patio date. 2) Romantic...

When you look good, you feel good. When you feel good, you do good. When you do good, you ACHIEVE. This week we are joined by Bobby McGuire, owner of McGuire Style in Halifax. The most consistent feedback, good and bad, I get from women after a date, is how the man presented himself physically. Bobby and I sit down to discuss how to dress on three of the most common types of dates. 1) Hot summer p...

You need to love yourself before you can love anyone else... This is some of the most common dating advice out there. But HOW? This week we are joined by Lindsay, to talk about some action points to start figuring out who you are and what you're looking for. We also discuss removing limits to those you are attracted to, maintaining a positive mindset, balancing our boundaries while also being vuln...

This week's solo episode will take you on my journey from the last decade. I talk about the things I learned, and what I wish I knew when I was 25. Inspired by all you amazing followers, I cover 3 lessons in love, dating and romance that I wish I knew and am so glad to have learned. Our Bachelorette contest is back! go to our website to find out what you could win, how to enter and the rules. Hali...

This week we are joined by my good friend David, the face of the original Speed Dating Halifax. Join us for our delightful conversation, how we met and how he met his lovely lady. We talk about the perfect approach, while also being socially aware, how to soften the "don't talk to me" posture so that we can be more approachable. David has the beautiful ability to be vulnerable while also being att...