You've been dating for awhile or maybe not that long but you're just over it, tired of it, burned out. It's frustrating, heartbreaking, and not fun anymore. You're not alone...studies show that most people are "burned out" from dating, dating apps, and trying to find relationships. Jeff and Mindy go over this and commiserate with you. Give a listen and see if you agree.
This episode we talk to the Denver Queen of Speed Dating Cynthia Pfeffer from Figs and Dates . She tells us about what she's seen with the hundreds of speed dates she's hosted and gives us tips and observations to improve your speed dates or regular dates.
Our guest Jacqui Pugh has some advice for fixing the common denominator in relationship disasters: Ourselves! Struggling with a breakup, serial bad dates and relationships, difficulty getting over your divorce or ex? You really need to look in the mirror and in your own mind and heart. Take a break from dating and take action to really get over your ex(s), dive into why you keep repeating relationship patterns. Check out the episode and find more info on Jacqui's programs and tell her Dating Daz...
This episode we talk about our experiences with speed dating. Jeff and Mindy went to separate speed meet n' greet events. One a traditional sit down talk for 5 mins and move to the next one and one a speed mingling where your group chats for 10-15 mins then moves to a new group. Both great ways to meet that might lead you to the love of your life.
We talk to psychotherapist and dating-book author Marlisse Testa and get her advice on finding your next great relationship. Tips on making sure you're ready to date, first date/Meet n' Greet ideas and suggestions. Plus some great fun concepts to help make your next first date, your last first date. Marlisse Testa Look for her new book coming soon: "Stow Your Luggage When Dating"
You're on a first date and they mention their ex and you assume they're not over them...or they say they like skiing and you assume they won't date anyone that's not an avid skier...don't make assumption and judgements based on the limited information of a first date...also don't stand up someone or ghost them it's not nice...this and more on this episode.
A lot of men say they want a relationship and that's why they're dating...but do they reallly? Others...a lot of others...say they just want to get laid. In this episode we talk to Justin Adams a masulinity coach. He helps men figure out themselves first and what they want and then helps them get it. Super interesting! Find Justin at: Find Justin here
While the majority of people want, or say they want, a long term, monogamous, relationship it turns out that most of the time that doesn't work and a lot of people don't even want to be monogamous or even married. But how does that work? And it turns out that you the same issues in dating monogamously show up in non-monogamy. We talk to a real expert Dr. Joli Hamilton about how to negotiate all of it. Find her here
When you first start back into dating you might get a little nervous when you first meet in person (the Meet n' Greet-MnG). But after 300 or so first dates, like Jeff and Mindy, you won't even blink...but hoping you'll only ever need a few dozen MnG's here's some things to ask but maybe more importantly some things to not ask.
You're dating or in a relationship and you're doing some things that you just don't want to tell your friends. Tell us! Anonymously or you can tell us your name but you'll probably feel better when you're done. Listen to this tale and you'll probably think your dates or relationship tales were really not that bad. Sex, crimes, stolen identities...all that and more.
We brought in an expert because we are epic fails... he could probably help you. Roy Biancalana Coaching with Roy bestselling author and Certified Relationship Coach gives some advice on dating and relationships.
Can men and women be friends? Just platonic, no sex, no romance, no possible hookups? Yes but usually the men want more...but it's possible. Give a listen and see if you agree...we even did some research about this topic...
In dating we often do or experience things we're a little, or a lot, embarrassed to tell others. In this episode two anonymous guests tell some dating and relationship stories to Jeff and Mindy that they don't tell to anyone, so they're telling everyone on a podcast. Maybe their stories will help you get over your embarrassment. Chairlift confessions came about because Jeff would hold out confessing to Mindy some of his dating tales until weeks after they happened and the story was usually told ...
This episode we talk to a guest that after 20+ years of dating including many many online has found love with an online date. She talks about her strategy for online dating. Being flexible about your dealbreakers, communicating your issues, and not walking at the very first hint of a problem. Some great insight and some laughs too.
Master MatchMaker Gabriela Aratow from www.keeperintros.com gives her professional advice on finding your true love. Where to go on first dates, what to where, how long they should last and tempering your expectations.
In this special episode Jeff tells his story of first breakup. There's heartbreak, tears, embarrassment, humor... a little of everything. Maybe you'll learn something...or at least what NOT to do when you get dumped.
There's lots of bad attitudes about dating. Things like dating sucks, men/women all suck, online dating sucks...guys won't call only text and on and on. The negative narrative will lead to bad dates. The truth is you're not going to be a good match for most people as friends, lovers or spouses. Be more specific about who you want and who you'll meet. Remember it only takes one good one. Also, Chairlift Confessions- Jeff confesses all his dirty truths to Mindy on the chairlift. Do you have any st...
In this special episode Jeff and Mindy are guests on The Ghosted Podcast on Apple. The Ghosted Podcast with Abby Rosenblum Ghosted on Spotify: The Ghosted Podcast with Abby Rosenblum on Spotify Abby Rosenblum talks to Jeff and Mindy about being friends and not lovers/not dating. Also how the Dating Daze podcast is destroying their chances for finding relationships......
Do you ever wonder about your ex's? Do they put new partners through the same issues as you? Do you check them out on social media? How to date people with kids? What do you want in someone? Do you make a "checklist for what you want? Does your date check all the boxes? Lots of women say all the guys suck...but do they?
Alcohol and Dating- Seems like they go together but maybe they shouldn't or don't for some people. Jeff and Mindy go over the topic and maybe they were a bit too judgmental about people that don't drink... also they go over dating vocabulary... DTF...DTR and pegging? Have some fun and maybe get some "advice"
Jeff and Mindy go over some amusing, awkward and wrong online dating profiles. For example: Don't wear your wedding ring or pose with your ex wife or hot friends in your profile pictures and other basics of Online Dating Profiles 101. Also a few witty lines that might lead to success.
With so many people saying they "hate dating" try hiring a yenta, a matchmaker... Abby Rosenblum provides a new approach to dating by setting you up with (possibly) your perfect match. Also, thoughts on a better attitude about finding a relationship and tips on pre and post date texting and communication
Flakes...people that can't commit to even meet the next day, and then cancel last minute. So frustrating and disappointing or maybe we're disillusioned. Just be nice to people it's a tough world and we're trying to fall in love. Also more boobs of course...and Mindy's secret tricks for sending sexy photos; and men- make a plan and get laid...yes all this and more on this episode of Dating Daze.
Trying to understand the confusing aspects of dating: communication on the apps, navigating the texting, meet ups, when the lovestruck phase ends, Jeff explaing the Tao of Steve and it's secret to dating success. Mostly we're just trying to have fun...
Cheaters, broken hearts, question is love the goal, exclusivity, when should you proclaim love…and basically ramble on about dating, love, and sex. Hopefully you might pick up some tips, laugh some, commiserate and might cry...like Jeff does.
Episode 9 has Jeff and Mindy talking about when, why, and how to breakup. How to make it easier for the dumper and the dumpee and stories about breakups that include "breakfast" with no food and ending it because of improper emoji and meme usage...
Being single is actually pretty awesome. Freedom, no hassles, opportunity to meet someone that is a great fit for us, no need to worry about reporting where we are or who we are with or talking to...and nobody to slow you down on a powder day...plus we can be a better happier person when we do meet "The One"
Jeff and Mindy relay some awkward situations they encountered including the all important kiss and bad kissers. From seeing your Bumble match out on a date while you're on a Bumble date to your Hinge match showing a picture of you to his buddy who you've already dated...you have to laugh about dating.
You set up your rules for dating and have some guidelines for what you're looking for or in this case avoiding and you just ignore and go out with them and get involved anyway...we all do it. But why?
In this episode we talk about some things that you just can't deal with from body odor, smoking, and drinking to Jesus and odd facial hair. Also one key to dating and life...just be yourself.
