First Dates Archives

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Before You Meet Your Dating App Match Face-to-Face: Ask These 5 Questions

December 29, 2023

Dating apps have become the norm for singles who are looking for love online. And while they offer convenient solutions in finding your soulmate, online dating also poses some potential risks. One of the biggest risks is that you never know who you are going to meet in person. That's why it's essential to take the necessary precautions before meeting someone from a dating app face to face. One way to do this is by asking potential matches the right set of questions that spark deeper conversations so that you can[...]

Biggest Dating Conversation Red Flags to Avoid

September 22, 2023

Dating can feel like an exhausting job, and we all know there are plenty of fish in the sea. But how can we separate the good ones from the bad? Communication is key, but what if the conversation is full of red flags? Knowing what to look out for is crucial to avoid wasting your time and heartbreak. In this blog, I will discuss some of the biggest dating conversation red flags to avoid. 1. Self-absorbed talk Talking to someone who cannot talk about anything other than themselves can be a real turn-off. A conversa[...]

5 Ways to Nurture Your Inner Child and Heal Abandonment Wounds

September 7, 2023

Emotional wounds from childhood can have a lasting impact on your adult relationships. These wounds might be caused by childhood neglect, abuse, or emotional instability. If left unattended, they can leave you feeling stuck, lonely, and disconnected from finding love. Fortunately, there are ways to heal your inner child and open yourself up to love. You can find the path to wholeness, self-love, and connection. Here are five ways that you can start to heal your inner child and open your heart to the real love yo[...]

Why We Fall for Love Bombers and How to Break the Pattern

July 27, 2023

Have you ever been in a relationship with someone who showered you with constant affection, gifts, and attention, only for the relationship to end abruptly, leaving you feeling confused and heartbroken? This is a common pattern in a love bomber – someone who uses grand romantic gestures and excessive attention to control and manipulate their partner. Despite the damaging effects of these relationships, many of us find ourselves attracted to love bombers without even realizing it. In this video, we explor[...]