It might be déjà vu, but it also might be you!

Are you stuck in a dating loop, always attracting the same type of partner—bad boys, emotionally unavailable women, or just plain chaos? Dating Déjà Vu is here to help you break the cycle. Hosted by Christina Hathaway, a marriage and family therapist and relationship expert, this podcast dives deep into the patterns that keep you stuck, the psychology behind attraction, and how to finally rewrite your love story. If you're ready to stop swiping right on the same mistakes and start building real, lasting connections, this is the podcast for you! Comment below what dating or relationship topics you would like to hear about in our future episodes! Let's connect: Instagram:   / datingdejavupod   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube:    / @datingdéjàvupodcast   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:22 Host Introduction 00:41 Background in Marriage and Family Therapy 00:56 Podcast Goals and Topics 01:12 Listener Participation and Call-Ins 01:23 Education and Career Background 01:37 Coaching Programs and Podcast Mention 01:50 Personal Journey with Dating 02:07 Family Background and Early Influences 02:21 Mother’s Emotional Regulation Challenges 02:35 Caretaking Patterns in Childhood 02:46 Connection to Dating Behaviors 03:04 Buying Affection and Seeking Validation 03:22 Understanding Parents’ Impact on Relationships 03:39 Moving to Arizona and Social Struggles 03:56 Early Romantic Relationships and Caretaking 04:16 High School Dating Experiences 04:41 College Insecurity and Friend Comparisons 04:57 Trust Issues in Dating 05:10 Developing Self-Worth Narratives 05:27 Acting on Insecurities in Relationships 05:45 The Fixer-Upper Dating Pattern 06:00 Past Dating Mistakes and Reflections 06:18 Recognizing Toxic Patterns 06:36 The Cycle of Relationship Mistakes 06:50 Financial and Emotional Investments in Partners 07:13 Graduate School Struggles and Relationship Burdens 07:28 Rock Bottom and Self-Realization 07:43 Dating Younger Partners and Unhealthy Dynamics 07:55 Recognizing Personal Contributions to Relationship Failures 08:12 Working in Child Crimes and Emotional Impact 08:26 Relationship Breakdowns and Self-Sabotage 08:44 Personal Growth and Self-Discovery 09:01 Self-Reflection and Podcast Tagline Explanation 09:29 Acting on Self-Worth Beliefs 09:46 Understanding Relationship Patterns and Behaviors 10:01 Seeking Validation vs. Genuine Security 10:18 Spiritual Growth and Self-Acceptance 10:34 Healing Journey and Setting Boundaries 10:49 Personal Transformation and Dating Changes 11:07 Meeting Husband on Tinder 11:18 The Reality of Healthy Relationships 11:33 Introducing Reality TV Relationship Analysis 11:49 Early Stages of Husband’s Relationship 12:06 Choosing Security Over Excitement 12:19 Recognizing Unhealthy Dating Patterns 12:34 Reframing Perspectives on Stability in Relationships 12:55 Dating Boundaries and Self-Respect 13:09 Breakup and Moving On 13:27 Recognizing the Importance of Self-Worth 13:46 The Tinder Dating Experience 14:06 Running Into Future Husband Again 14:20 Second First Date and Reconnection 14:37 Developing a Healthy Relationship Dynamic 14:59 Building a Secure and Loving Relationship 15:14 Importance of Mutual Choice in Love 15:47 Relationship with Self and Wellness Coaching 16:02 Self-Worth and Relationship Success 16:17 Connecting Personal Development to Dating 16:30 Recognizing Healthy Love When It Appears 16:46 First Full Episode Preview – Relationship Patterns 17:04 Podcast Subscription and Social Media Promotion 17:19 Reality TV Relationship Segment Naming 17:34 Closing