Am I The Problem? (with Stacey Norman)

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I’ve tried dating apps to see what’s out there. I usually go in hopeful, thinking there must be someone for me. Apparently, there’s not. But I don’t think the problem is me - I think people are messy. Some of them probably shouldn’t be dating at all.

Luckily, I have a great bestie—Stacey Norman. She’s a long-term relationship kind of girl, a true serial dater. I’ve always admired that. She’s dated, I haven’t - and I’ve started to wonder: is it me? What am I doing wrong?

So I asked her. I needed honest feedback from someone who knows and loves me. Ideally, she tells me it’s not me, men suck - and oh, she’s found me a boyfriend.

Let’s hold thumbs.

Coming up in the episode:

00:00 Introduction and Personal Dating History
01:21 The Evolution of Dating
01:47 Best Friend's Perspective
03:36 Analysing Past Relationships
14:39 The Challenges of Modern Dating
15:58 Dating App Strategies
17:51 Setting Boundaries and Expectations
18:55 Rules for Online Dating
19:10 The Seven-Day Rule
19:33 First Impressions and Judgments
20:34 A Memorable First Date
23:51 Self-Realisation and Intentions
25:32 The Fear of Vulnerability
30:46 A New Relationship Perspective
37:33 Trusting Your Gut
41:27 Final Thoughts and Reflections
14 May English South Africa Relationships · Comedy

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