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5 Toxic Online Dating Behaviors to Avoid

If you’ve ever felt confused, hurt, or discouraged by your online dating experiences, you’re not alone. In this video, we explore 5 toxic behaviors that many of us have encountered – or perhaps even exhibited without realizing. Knowledge is power.

From the intense rush of a Love Bomber to the frustrating inconsistency of a Breadcrumber, we’ll gently unpack these patterns with understanding and compassion. I know how vulnerable it can feel to put yourself out there, which is why I’m sharing not just examples but also practical advice on fostering a more healthier connection online.

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I’m thrilled 🎉 to share that I was a guest on a podcast all about dating as a woman in your thirties and up! The episode will be released very soon, and I’m really excited for you all to hear it.

During our conversation, we dove into the unique challenges, opportunities, and experiences of navigating the dating world at this stage of life. We discussed everything from modern dating apps to relationship expectations and finding confidence in yourself while searching for meaningful connections.

Stay tuned for more details about when and where you can listen to the episode. If you’re interested in dating perspectives for women in their thirties and up, or know someone who might benefit from this conversation, you won’t want to miss it!

I can’t wait for you to hear the insights we shared!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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I’m thrilled 🎉 to share that I was a guest on a podcast all about dating as a woman in your thirties and up! The episode will be released very soon, and I’m really excited for you all to hear it. During our conversation, we dove into the unique challenges, opportunities, and experiences of navigating the dating world at this stage of life. We discussed everything from modern dating apps to relationship expectations and finding confidence in yourself while searching for meaningful connections. Stay tuned for more details about when and where you can listen to the episode. If you’re interested in dating perspectives for women in their thirties and up, or know someone who might benefit from this conversation, you won’t want to miss it! I can’t wait for you to hear the insights we shared!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ #DatingAfter30 #MidlifeDating #DatingInYour40s #DatingPodcast #ModernDating #SingleAndThriving #DatingAdvice #RelationshipTalk #DatingJourney #WomenWhoDate #DatingReality #AuthenticDating #LoveAfter30 #DatingExperience #SingleLife #MatureRelationships #DatingAppLife #FindingLoveAtAnyAge #DatingWithConfidence #PodcastGuest
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Speak Up to Express Your Needs! Ever notice how waiting for “the right time” to express your needs often means they never get addressed? I share my journey of realizing that while we should avoid conversations when emotions are flooding, consistently postponing our needs leads to dangerous resentment. 

Learn the balance between giving space during heightened emotions and still honoring your boundaries through calm, intentional conflict. Discover how speaking up prevents resentment while still respecting emotional states—a critical skill for healthier relationships.

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Speak Up to Express Your Needs! Ever notice how waiting for “the right time” to express your needs often means they never get addressed? I share my journey of realizing that while we should avoid conversations when emotions are flooding, consistently postponing our needs leads to dangerous resentment. Learn the balance between giving space during heightened emotions and still honoring your boundaries through calm, intentional conflict. Discover how speaking up prevents resentment while still respecting emotional states—a critical skill for healthier relationships. #RelationshipAdvice #HealthyBoundaries #ExpressingNeeds #EmotionalRegulation #PreventingResentment #HealthyConflict #RelationshipCommunication #EmotionalIntelligence #SettingBoundaries #ConflictResolution #RelationshipTips #EmotionalFlooding #PersonalGrowth #RelationshipPsychology #CalmDiscussions #AvoidingResentment #HealthyArguing #RelationshipHealing #CommunicationSkills #EmotionalAwareness
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When we truly become still and listen to understand others, something magical happens. By setting aside our mental chatter and focusing completely on what someone else is saying, we create a space of genuine connection.

Active listening isn’t just waiting for your turn to speak. It’s being fully present—noticing not just their words, but their tone, their body language, what remains unsaid. When we listen this deeply to others, we’re actually strengthening our ability to tune into our own inner voice.

Think about it: each time you quiet your mind to truly hear someone else, you’re practicing the very skill needed to hear yourself clearly. The mental stillness required for deep listening becomes a pathway to self-understanding.

Try this today: in your next conversation, take a deep breath and intentionally slow down. Notice when your mind starts forming responses before they’ve finished speaking. Gently return to simply being with their words. This same practice of quieting the noise helps us recognize our own inner wisdom when we need it most.

The gift of your complete attention is precious—both to others and to yourself.

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When we truly become still and listen to understand others, something magical happens. By setting aside our mental chatter and focusing completely on what someone else is saying, we create a space of genuine connection. Active listening isn’t just waiting for your turn to speak. It’s being fully present—noticing not just their words, but their tone, their body language, what remains unsaid. When we listen this deeply to others, we’re actually strengthening our ability to tune into our own inner voice. Think about it: each time you quiet your mind to truly hear someone else, you’re practicing the very skill needed to hear yourself clearly. The mental stillness required for deep listening becomes a pathway to self-understanding. Try this today: in your next conversation, take a deep breath and intentionally slow down. Notice when your mind starts forming responses before they’ve finished speaking. Gently return to simply being with their words. This same practice of quieting the noise helps us recognize our own inner wisdom when we need it most. The gift of your complete attention is precious—both to others and to yourself. #DeepListening #ActiveListening #InnerVoice #BeStill #MindfulConnections #ListenToUnderstand #MentalStillness #PresentMoment #ConsciousConversation #SelfAwareness #MindfulListening #AuthenticConnection #SlowDown #QuietTheMind #ListeningSkills #RelationshipWisdom #EmotionalIntelligence #MindfulCommunication #SoulfulListening #InnerWisdom
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Being Too Understanding? It’s Hurting You! 🥹

There’s a fine line between being compassionate and being a doormat. Learn when empathy goes too far!

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Being Too Understanding? It’s Hurting You! 🥹 There’s a fine line between being compassionate and being a doormat. Learn when empathy goes too far! #lackofboundaries #lackofrespect #peoplepleasing #letthem #mentalhealth #selfawareness #datingadvice
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I’m so excited 🎉 to share my interview with @thecut alongside Dating Coach, Grace Lee, about summer date ideas! 

Whether you’re just starting a summer fling or you’ve been with your partner forever, I share tons of ideas that’ll get you out of that boring dinner-and-movie rut. Make sure you check out the article to see all of our recommendations. I think you’re going to love them!

Let me know which date idea you try first! 💕

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I’m so excited 🎉 to share my interview with @thecut alongside Dating Coach, Grace Lee, about summer date ideas! 

Whether you’re just starting a summer fling or you’ve been with your partner forever, I share tons of ideas that’ll get you out of that boring dinner-and-movie rut. Make sure you check out the article to see all of our recommendations. I think you’re going to love them!

Let me know which date idea you try first! 💕

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I’m so excited 🎉 to share my interview with @thecut alongside Dating Coach, Grace Lee, about summer date ideas! 

Whether you’re just starting a summer fling or you’ve been with your partner forever, I share tons of ideas that’ll get you out of that boring dinner-and-movie rut. Make sure you check out the article to see all of our recommendations. I think you’re going to love them!

Let me know which date idea you try first! 💕

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I’m so excited 🎉 to share my interview with @thecut alongside Dating Coach, Grace Lee, about summer date ideas! 

Whether you’re just starting a summer fling or you’ve been with your partner forever, I share tons of ideas that’ll get you out of that boring dinner-and-movie rut. Make sure you check out the article to see all of our recommendations. I think you’re going to love them!

Let me know which date idea you try first! 💕

#datingideas #dateideas #firstdates #summerdates #datingadviceformen #datingadvice #creativedateideas
I’m so excited 🎉 to share my interview with @thecut alongside Dating Coach, Grace Lee, about summer date ideas! 

Whether you’re just starting a summer fling or you’ve been with your partner forever, I share tons of ideas that’ll get you out of that boring dinner-and-movie rut. Make sure you check out the article to see all of our recommendations. I think you’re going to love them!

Let me know which date idea you try first! 💕

#datingideas #dateideas #firstdates #summerdates #datingadviceformen #datingadvice #creativedateideas
I’m so excited 🎉 to share my interview with @thecut alongside Dating Coach, Grace Lee, about summer date ideas! 

Whether you’re just starting a summer fling or you’ve been with your partner forever, I share tons of ideas that’ll get you out of that boring dinner-and-movie rut. Make sure you check out the article to see all of our recommendations. I think you’re going to love them!

Let me know which date idea you try first! 💕

#datingideas #dateideas #firstdates #summerdates #datingadviceformen #datingadvice #creativedateideas
I’m so excited 🎉 to share my interview with @thecut alongside Dating Coach, Grace Lee, about summer date ideas! 

Whether you’re just starting a summer fling or you’ve been with your partner forever, I share tons of ideas that’ll get you out of that boring dinner-and-movie rut. Make sure you check out the article to see all of our recommendations. I think you’re going to love them!

Let me know which date idea you try first! 💕

#datingideas #dateideas #firstdates #summerdates #datingadviceformen #datingadvice #creativedateideas
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I’m so excited 🎉 to share my interview with @thecut alongside Dating Coach, Grace Lee, about summer date ideas! Whether you’re just starting a summer fling or you’ve been with your partner forever, I share tons of ideas that’ll get you out of that boring dinner-and-movie rut. Make sure you check out the article to see all of our recommendations. I think you’re going to love them! Let me know which date idea you try first! 💕 #datingideas #dateideas #firstdates #summerdates #datingadviceformen #datingadvice #creativedateideas
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