Dating Apps Are Broken. Here's the Better Way to Find Love

Are dating apps making you feel exhausted, frustrated, or hopeless about finding love? If you're tired of endless swiping, ghosting, fake profiles, bots, and conversations that never go anywhere, you're not alone. In this episode of the Broken to Brave Podcast, I sit down with Rik Foote, founder of Haevn, https://haevn.co/ a revolutionary matchmaking platform designed to solve the biggest problems with modern dating apps. Unlike traditional dating apps that keep you endlessly scrolling, Haven focuses on what actually creates lasting relationships: compatibility, shared values, relationship goals, communication styles, and real human connection. As a professional love coach and former matchmaker, I've spent years helping singles find healthy, lasting relationships. That's why I was excited to introduce you to a different approach that prioritizes quality over quantity and helps people meet compatible partners without turning dating into a second full-time job. In this conversation we discuss: ❤️ Why dating apps are failing so many singles ❤️ The biggest mistakes people make when choosing a partner ❤️ Why attraction alone isn't enough for lasting love ❤️ How compatibility and shared values predict relationship success ❤️ The truth about matchmaking without the luxury price tag ❤️ Why swiping is keeping so many people single ❤️ How Haven verifies users to reduce fake profiles and scams ❤️ Why privacy matters when you're dating ❤️ The role of communication, boundaries, intimacy, and long-term compatibility ❤️ Why chemistry gets you the first date... but compatibility gets you the next 50 years Whether you're single, divorced, dating after 40 or 50, frustrated with online dating, or simply looking for a smarter way to meet someone, this episode offers practical dating advice that can completely change how you approach finding love. 💬 I'd love to hear from you! Have dating apps worked for you... or are you completely over them? Leave your thoughts in the comments below! 👍 If this video helped you, please Like, Subscribe, and share it with someone who's ready to stop swiping and start building a real relationship. ❤️ Work with Donna Barnes: ✔ Love Coaching (Worldwide via Zoom) ✔ Breakup Recovery Course ✔ Relationship Advice ✔ Dating Confidence Coaching Visit: https://www.DonnaBarnes.com #dating #datingapps #relationshipadvice ::: ❤️ Work With Donna If dating feels exhausting or confusing, I can help you create healthy, secure connections and meet the right partner. 👉 Coaching info: https://www.donnabarnes.com/virtual-c... 🔔 Subscribe for real, no-fluff dating advice that actually helps you find lasting love. Visit my new store: https://www.donnabarnes.online/ Chapters: 00:00 The Frustration of Dating Apps 01:28 Why Apps Fail 03:35 Introducing Haevn: A New Approach to Dating 04:13 The 80% Compatibility Rule 09:03 Intent-Based Matching: The Key to Compatibility 11:14 Expanding Haevn: Future Cities and Demand 14:27 Privacy and Confidentiality in Dating 17:40 The Importance of Open Communication 20:45 The Technology Behind Haevn's Matching System 21:36 The Unique Approach of Haevn 24:34 Local Connections and Meetup Spots 26:38 Safety & Verification 29:51 Facilitating Connections and Reducing Friction 34:30 The Importance of Flirting and First Impressions 40:44 Continuous Learning and Community Engagement Donna Barnes is an New York University Certified Love Coach, Breakup Specialist, Podcast Host, and Author of Giving Up Junk-Food Relationships: Recipes for Healthy Choices. https://amzn.to/3gFykPS 💔 Ready to become the best version of yourself? 👉 Breakup Recovery Program https://www.donnabarnes.com/breakup-r... — 10+ HOURS of expert coaching videos, quizzes, and checklists to help you heal and move forward stronger than ever.