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Episode 16 | Is it Really a RED Flag or is it Actually PINK?
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Episode 16 | Is it Really a RED Flag or is it Actually PINK?

Let's talk about Red, Green, and Pink flags

Is it really a RED FLAG or is it actually PINK? Professional Matchmakers, Elizabeth Foster and Susanna Matthews, deep-dive into FLAGS in modern dating and the importance of differentiating between RED and PINK FLAGS, and how to break the pattern of confirmation bias-- when we look for those RED flags before seeing the GREEN. With a mindset shift and a healthy dose of curiosity, we go beyond FLAGS and begin to peel back the layers, revealing the deeper aspects of compatibility. BUT WAIT..let's take an even deeper look...what are YOUR red flags? Being willing to own and acknowledge your own RED, GREEN, and PINK flags is just as important and valuable as spotting them in others. This jam packed episode, full of client stories from professional matchmakers, will give you the dating tools and takeaways you've been searching for.

Takeaways

Shifting focus to green flags enhances connection.

Confirmation bias can hinder dating experiences.

Curiosity is key to understanding potential partners.

Not all flags are equal; distinguish between red and pink.

Healthy boundaries can reveal green flags.

Compatibility is rooted in character, not superficial traits.

Authentic communication fosters deeper connections.

Exploring values is essential in relationships.

Instincts should guide decisions in dating.

Vulnerability can create space for healing in relationships. Take your time with dating and understanding your partner.

Self-awareness is crucial in recognizing what we bring to relationships.

Red flags can be perceived differently based on personal experiences.

Communication skills are essential for healthy relationships.

It's important to recognize and express boundaries in relationships.

Understanding attachment styles can help navigate conflicts.

Green flags in ourselves can indicate a healthy relationship.

Feeling safe and calm around a partner is a positive sign.

Self-reflection on our emotional state is key in relationships.

Time reveals the true nature of relationships.

Titles

From Red to Green: A New Dating Perspective

Curiosity Over Criticism in Modern Dating

Navigating the Dating Landscape: Flags and Values

Building Connections: The Power of Green Flags

Sound Bites

"Shift from red flags to green flags."

"Get out your shovel and dig."

"Trust your instincts in dating."

"How do you feel about this?"

"Lean into your own experience."

"Take your time with it."

"What is he or she looking for?"

"Time will reveal it all."

Chapters

00:00Shifting Focus: From Red Flags to Green Flags

03:06Understanding Flags: Red, Pink, and Green

05:53Curiosity in Dating: Digging Deeper

09:01The Importance of Compatibility and Character

11:57Navigating Conversations: Authenticity in Dating

15:01Exploring Values: The Foundation of Relationships

21:23Understanding Relationship Dynamics

24:07Navigating Personal Red Flags

27:42The Importance of Relationship Skills

32:39Recognizing Green Flags in Ourselves

39:59The Journey of Uncovering Flags

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