Sophy Love
The Conscious Matchmaker
Episode 15 | Dating Apps...Here's the Tea
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Episode 15 | Dating Apps...Here's the Tea

Professional Matchmakers Share Pros and Cons of Apps vs Dating in the Wild

Your host, Elizabeth Foster, and fellow matchmaker, Susanna Stengel, layout the pros, cons and realities of datings apps vs. dating in the wild. In the apps or in the field, dating can be a daunting experience leading to fatigue, frustration, and burnout. Drawing from client stories and personal experiences, Elizabeth and Susanna emphasize the importance of intentionality and boundaries when it comes to both online and in-person dating life. Tune in for tips on how the pros guide their clients through the complexities of inner and outer worlds, bringing us daters into a balanced and highly fulfilling dating experience.

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Takeaways

  • Each dating app has its own unique culture.

  • Dating apps can expand your dating pool significantly.

  • In-person meetings can lead to unexpected connections.

  • Setting boundaries while using dating apps is crucial.

  • The speed of dating apps can lead to quick connections.

  • It's important to transition off the app as soon as possible.

  • People often present idealized versions of themselves online.

  • In-person dating requires vulnerability and bravery.

  • Intentionality is key in both online and offline dating.

  • Engaging in hobbies can lead to meeting new people.

Titles

  • Navigating the Modern Dating Landscape

  • Dating Apps vs. In-Person: What Works Best?

Sound Bites

  • "I am a Tinderella!"

  • "The apps can work!"

  • "It's algorithmic magic!"

Chapters

00:00Introduction to Dating Apps and In-Person Meetings

11:17Cons of Dating Apps and Navigating Challenges

17:06The Shallow Nature of Online Dating

21:58The Risks of In-Person Dating

28:46The Importance of Self-Belief in Dating

35:02Embracing the Journey of Finding Love

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