The dating advice we wish we knew sooner.

EP #35 - For You: The Dating Advice We Wish We Knew Sooner *** You sent in your dating struggles; we pulled our best advice out of our asses. In this strange new world of app dating, constant anxiety, and ever-changing standards, how do we stay true to ourselves when looking for connection? Not super well, but everything we've learned in hindsight, we're here to share with you. All things dating apps - filters and types, how long to talk before a date, and taking breaks when you're being the worst First dates - the spark, whether chemistry can grow, why to turn a second date into your default, and allowing silence Early stages - "normal" timelines, exclusivity and labels, and getting your ex out of your head F**kboys, f**kgirls, and f**kems - texting, ghosting, and knowing when to walk away Plus, some of YOUR best dating advice, and why this is all just one big animal style numbers game. *** Not for Everyone is a podcast hosted by one hater (Caroline Winkler) and one lover (Jess DeBakey), with new episodes every Thursday. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5f9AtKs... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... And everywhere else: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh... *** And FOLLOW US on Instagram for more: @not4everyonepod @thegoodsitter @jzdebakey *** This episode was produced by none other than our prince, @abinewhouse. *** Share with a friend! Subscribe and rate us on your favorite podcasting app! Review us on Apple Podcasts! *** Contents of this Video 00:00 - Intro 00:26 - strategic black out 7:45 - your dating questions 13:00 - dating a stranger 18:00 - creating effective FILTERS 24:20 - learning to trust your instinct 29:30 - the 2nd date strategy 42:40 - "what is normal?" 50:40 - how long to text before meeting 58:20 - GHOSTING 1:04:00 - how to know what you're looking for 1:08:40 - the problem with EXES 1:13:30 - how to disclose your BAGGAGE 1:19:52 - if you're CONFUSED... *** 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐈𝐌𝐄𝐑 All opinions are our own. We are not therapists or mental health professionals, or really professional of any kind. Please see your own professional or counselor for professional support. Do your research and be safe! Intro Music: “Doja Dance” by PALA #podcast #selfhelp #comedypodcast #bestfriends