In this episode I'm sharing tips on making the most of a holiday season when you're single (again), how to be sparkier and create chemistry on dates and what to do when someone is trying to bench you or save you for later. Listen and hear my answer to these questions: I'm single on the holidays for the 3rd year in a row. What should I do? How can I build more chemistry on first dates? I've been dating someone who's about to deploy. How to move forward? Episodes mentioned: #43 - How to...

In this episode, you’ll hear from a sex therapist and her husband, Vanessa and Xander Marin! We talk about when to bring up sex in early dating, what to do if you don’t feel a “spark,” and you'll get specific tips for navigating other sex-related conversations. You’ll hear about how Vanessa and Xander help clients talk to their partners about sex and their interests and tips for taking responsibility for your own pleasure. At the end, we get into what has become a huge topic in recent years:...

In this episode, I’m answering your dating dilemmas. Listen and get my take on: 1. “He texts too much, but I'm not sure if it has to do with his mental health.” 2. “We're long distance, but can't decide who should move." 3. “How do I heal from a confusing situationship?” Get 15% off Jenni Kayne with code DATING15 > https://www.jennikayne.com/ Episodes mentioned: #30. Texting 101: How to navigate texting in early dating #93. Why you need momentum in early dating (and how to create...

Knowing when to end a relationship is tricky, especially if there’s no glaring dealbreaker—sometimes, it’s just not the right fit. How do you know when it’s time to move on? In this episode, I’m breaking down how to decide whether to keep dating someone or walk away, whether you’re just a few dates in or have been in a relationship for years. I’ll share tips for recognizing signs that it’s over, how to decide with compassion and practical advice for breaking things off based on where you are...

In this episode, I’m answering your dating dilemmas. Listen and get my take on these relatable dating scenarios and questions: 1. "If I'm so amazing (his words) why won't he date me?” 2. “I said we should just be friends, but now I’m interested in more.” 3. “How do I handle bad dating advice from family and friends?” We also have an update from last week's episode from the woman who found out about her date's divorce before he told her. Submit a dating dilemma:...

How long is the honeymoon phase supposed to last? Is it okay if we run into unsolvable issues in our relationship? What's an okay unsolvable issue, and what's not? These are some of the big questions my guest, Jordan Dann, explores in this episode. We also discuss the progression of new relationships and dealing with big differences. Jordan provides tips on how to get out of your head, stop constantly checking in, and navigate big challenges you may discover in the dating process. At the end,...

In this episode, I'm answering your dating dilemmas. Listen and get my take on: 1. "How do I navigate being more sexually experienced than my date?" 2. "Why do women keep rejecting me like this?" 3. "He never told me he was divorced, but I found out about it online." Submit a dating dilemma anonymously: https://forms.gle/xCmAWvDPGJdr3rFz9  Slide into my DMs on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dating.intentionally/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dating.intentionally Get my free...

In this episode, I get into whether you are asking too much of your partner or not. You’ll learn about how to know if you are asking for too much, why we need to communicate this, and what to do when sharing what you need from your partner. I also get into why someone might be worth it if they’re struggling to meet your needs but still trying. This episode is for you if you want to communicate your needs without feeling like you’re asking too much. And at the end, I answer a dating dilemma...

In this episode, you’ll hear from Dr. Morgan Anderson, a clinical psychologist and relationship coach. We talk about attachment theory, common misconceptions of attachment theory, and building a secure attachment style. You’ll hear about how Dr. Morgan helps clients become more secure in their relationships. And Dr. Morgan provides a ton of tips for people in relationships with the different attachment styles. At the end, we answer a dating dilemma about communicating your standards in...

In this episode, I share tips for talking about money in early dating, how to navigate dating when one person earns a lot more than the other and my experience with creating a prenuptial agreement with my husband. I share questions to ask on a first date to start talking about money and tips for getting into deeper conversations as your relationship progresses. At the end, I answer a dating dilemma from a woman who's concerned about her date's earning potential. APPLY TO BE ON DATING...

In this episode, Johnny and I recap our wedding and honeymoon experience. We answer questions about our favorite parts of the wedding weekend, things that went wrong, challenges during the planning process and how we made our day special. Then we get into our honeymoon in Greece, what it was like to use a travel agent for the first time and our thoughts on traveling together for 11 days. I hope you enjoy this episode! Thanks so much for listening and for following our journey. Travel agent...

I'm back from my wedding & honeymoon with some brand new episodes! This week, we're deep-diving into age gaps. What's a good age range to have when searching for a partner? How do you deal with judgment when dating someone way older/younger than you? And can it work if you're over 10 years apart in age? In this episode, you'll hear my advice on navigating age gaps and setting your age range and you'll hear from folks who have experience dating people over 10 years older than them....

In this episode, you’ll hear from Alex Koren, my brother. We talk about how to approach dating in your 30s, moving on from relationships, and being yourself when dating. You’ll hear about how Alex is putting himself in situations where socializing is natural. And Alex shares what is important to him when messaging new women and going on dates. At the end, we do a “Why do men” segment and Alex shares what he wants to see more of in dating culture.  Submit a dating dilemma:...

Hello from Greece! I'm on my honeymoon and thought this would be a great week to share an essential Dating Intentionally episode in case you missed it (or need to hear it again). This episode originally aired in November 2023. Are you grounded in dating? Listen and learn what staying grounded in dating even means and what happens when we get completely carried away. I'm also getting into how to slow the process down and stay grounded in reality as you get to know someone you like.  At the...

In this episode, you’ll hear from Shani Silver, a podcaster and author of A Single Revolution: Don't Look For a Match—Light One. We talk about singlehood, dating apps, and the balance between wanting to be single and wanting a partner. You’ll hear about how Shani changed her perspective on dating and being single. Shani also provides a ton of tips for folks who want to make connections without putting too much pressure on relationships. At the end, Shani shares what she wants to see more of...

In this episode, I answer five dating dilemmas from listeners. Thanks to everyone who submitted dating dilemmas! How to date when you have a checklist and don't want to waste time How to deal with crazy schedules in early dating What to do when they suddenly end it, even though it was great What to do when your date has no follow-through How to deal with hot and cold behavior in early dating And at the end, I included a new segment featuring {The And} question cards! Use code TALIA to...

In this episode, you’ll hear from Lily Womble, a feminist dating coach and author of Thank You More Please. We talk about being a decision maker in your love life, self trust, and digging deeper to find what you really want. You’ll hear about how Lily adapted essence based preferences in her work. And Lily provides a ton of tips for folks who want to see more success in their dating lives. We discuss Lily’s book and Lily reveals what inspired her to write it. At the end, Lily shares her...

It's my wedding week! In this episode, I discuss how to know/decide that your partner is the one - meaning the person you will be with long-term and/or get married to. Even if you don't want to get married, this episode will walk you through the factors of deciding if the person you're with is someone you want to be with for the long haul. I address the mistakes we make along the way when making this decision and the pressure we put on ourselves. I also talk about how I decided/knew my fiance...

In this episode, you’ll hear from Whitni Miller, a couples’ intimacy coach and sex educator. We talk about desire discrepancy, speaking up during sex, and keeping it spicy in the bedroom.  You’ll hear about how Whitni helps clients with different levels of desire start the conversation and work through it together. And Whitni provides a ton of tips for people pleasers who don’t want to fake orgasms anymore. At the end, we answer a dating dilemma about differing kinks and sexual likes early...

In this episode, you'll get advice for starting and maintaining a long-distance relationship. I included advice from listeners who have successfully dated someone long distance, as well as advice from my own experience doing long distance for a year in my last relationship. You'll hear about how it works in the early stages of dating and how to strengthen and develop a long-term relationship even when you live far away from each other. Get 50% off Factor with code DI50:...

In this episode, you'll hear from Ella Dawson, a writer and author, talk about what it’s like dating after leaving an abusive relationship and being diagnosed with an STI. She has made it her mission to break the stigma around herpes and other STIs because they’re a lot more common than you’d think. In this episode, Ella explains how to bring up STIs in a way that won’t result in an awkward silence or breakup. Ella also shares her advice for anyone who has experienced or is experiencing an...

I believe dating can be fun. In this episode, you'll hear eight different ways to enjoy the process more so you can stop deleting and redownloading dating apps every month. Some of these tips are practical, like tweaking your pre-date routine. And some tips are more about your mindset, like why you need to stop trying to be liked. I also included a bunch of the BEST date ideas according to you, the listeners. At the end, I answer a dating dilemma about what to do when someone says "let's be...

In this episode, you'll hear from Celia Gurney, a writer and creator who covers demisexuality and asexuality. We get into Celia's journey and how she discovered demisexuality, different resources that helped her along the way, and different levels of attraction. You'll hear about primary attraction vs. secondary attraction and how to approach dating if you need to develop an emotional connection first. Read Celia's essay:...

Get ready to be inspired! In this special episode (yay 101 episodes!), you'll hear from 5 members of this community about how they've found success in their dating lives. Success in dating is NOT just about finding a relationship (or whatever you're looking for). We can define it however we want. I'm so excited to have made it to over 100 episodes of this podcast, thanks to YOU, and so I wanted this episode to be about your successes. Episodes mentioned in this podcast: #23. How to stay...