Hello Humans! On this episode we discuss how to cultivate a healthier relationship with dating by become more mindful in our desire, our drive, our self esteem and creating a space where we are able to date and be successful at it!  Dr. Marie Thouin is a dating & relationship coach who helps folks of all backgrounds and orientations create vibrant love lives. Her "mindful dating" framework has helped hundreds turn dating into an adventure of personal growth, freedom, and authentic connection with others. Marie is also a leading scholar on the topic of compersion (positive empathy) in consensually non-monogamous relationships, and celebrates relationship diversity as a foundation of creating an intentional life. You can find Marie at www.LoveInSight-Dating.com(coaching) as well as www.whatiscompersion.com (research). Follow her on Instagram at @love_insight_dating.