The Date with Confidence Podcast
The Date with Confidence Podcast is a dating advice show hosted by Rebecca Hawkes, offering practical tips, support and real stories for single people navigating modern dating. Episodes mix actionable advice for feeling confident on dates with light-hearted catch-ups about Rebecca's own experiences after four years of single life. A dedicated first season focuses on breakups and how to move through them. The overall aim is to help listeners feel less alone, stop settling and stay hopeful about what's ahead.
Episodes
Important Things I Tell Myself After A Disastrous First Date
If you’ve ever left a first date feeling deflated, disappointed, or questioning if you’ll ever meet someone, this is for you. I dive into the exact things I tell myself after a disastrous first date: the reminders, re-frames, and confidence resets that stop me from spiralling into “I’m unlovable” territory. Dating is full of highs and lows, and one bad date doesn’t define your worth. In
This Is The Energy You Need To Take With You On A First Date
EPISODE 72: This Is The Energy You Need To Take With You On A First DateBe honest—have you ever planned your wedding with someone you haven’t even met yet? And then felt totally let down when they rocked up in a tracksuit and picked their nose through dinner?(Yeah… I’ve been there too.)After a 4-year dating break, I made a huge mistake: I over-romanticised first dates before they even happene
You Need To Hold Yourself To High Standards Too (It's Not Just About Him)
EPISODE 71: You Need To Hold Yourself To High Standards Too (It's Not Just About Him)Be honest, are you holding yourself to the same dating standards you expect from others? In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, I share a big shift I’ve made in my dating mindset—one that’s honestly changed everything. We always talk about what we want from someone else: effort, communication, c
You Fall For Potential, Not Proven Consistency: ChatGPT's Brutal Dating Advice
EPISODE 70: You Fall For Potential, Not Proven Consistency: ChatGPT's Brutal Dating AdviceEver wondered what ChatGPT really thinks about your love life? In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, I asked ChatGPT to be brutally honest with me about my romantic blind spots… and she did not hold back. Using a juicy prompt inspired by Gala Darling, I got an AI-powered reality check on w
Releasing The Energy Of Past Lovers Isn't Fun, But You Need To Do It If You Want To Move On
EPISODE 69: Releasing The Energy Of Past Lovers Isn't Fun, But You Need To Do It If You Want To Move OnEver felt like you’ve moved on from a past relationship… but something still lingers?Maybe it’s the memory of an ex, the grip of a rebound that’s not quite right, or the way your body tenses when someone new gets too close. In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, I’m being hones
Your Dating Profile: How To Write One, When To Update It, What Not To Include (Rewrite Mine With Me)
EPISODE 68: Your Dating Profile: How To Write One, When To Update It, What Not To Include (Rewrite Mine With Me)FYI: If you’re listening to this anywhere that isn’t YouTube, you may wanna skip between 19.45-24.30 as I’m updating my dating profile and if you can’t see it, it’s not that interesting…In this juicy, slightly chaotic (but super helpful, I think) episode of The Date with Confidence podca
How to Quit Dating Someone You're Just Not Into
EPISODE 67: How to Quit Dating Someone You’re Just Not IntoHe didn’t make the bed so I ended it (but there’s more to this story….).What started as a promising connection took a turn on date seven, when the effort (or lack of it) just didn’t match up. It took around 3 seconds for me to be fully checked out and this time I ended things immediately. That’s growth for ya…In this episode of The Date wi
Don't Let Their Negative Dating Experiences Impact You (There Are Still Good Men Out There)
EPISODE 66: Don't Let Their Negative Dating Experiences Impact You (There Are Still Good Men Out There)If you’ve ever thought: “I used to feel hopeful about dating, but now all I hear is horror stories.” “Everyone around me says men are trash, and part of me is starting to believe it.”“There’s no such thing as a fairytale anymore, online dating is just full of ghosters, love bombers and
Blindsided By Red Flags In Your 30s? Here's How To Remove The Shame
EPISODE 65: Blindsided By Red Flags In Your 30s? Here's How To Remove The ShameIf you’ve ever thought, “How did I miss that?” “I should’ve known better” “I can’t believe I didn’t recognise that sooner” or “After everything I’ve worked on… how the fuck did I fall for this?” this is the episode for you.In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, I’m diving into something I don’t think we ta
How To Know When You're Ready To Date Again
EPISODE 64: How To Know When You're Ready To Date AgainIn this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, I open up about the grief, healing, and realisations that shaped my decision to return to dating after a tough year. After losing two grandparents within weeks of each other and navigating the fallout of a painful dating experience, I took a long, conscious break. Now, I'm back—dating w
How to Use ChatGPT to NEVER Settle in a Relationship
EPISODE 63: How to Use ChatGPT to NEVER Settle in a RelationshipThe reason so many people (women especially) settle in average relationships with average men - and by average I mean not the type of person they actually want to be dating - is because they’re not crystal clear on their relationship vision.But I’ve got just the solution for you…..a solution that means you’ll NEVER settle in a relatio
Dating Advice: Stop Giving People Chances When Your Intuition's Off
EPISODE 62: Dating Advice: Stop Giving People Chances When Your Intuition's OffOur monthly community episode is here!In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, I answer the following questions:Is it just me who finds it sexual when someone touches inside my belly button?Would you be the one to initiate the conversation of going from dating to exclusive?How would you ask someone out witho
Redefining Love And Relationship Standards
EPISODE 61: Redefining Love And Relationship StandardsI’ve been reflecting on the kind of love I want to call into my life in a different way recently, a way that I’ve never considered before now. It’s causing me to reevaluate my relationship standards and helping me to go even deeper with what I desire from a relationship in the future. Here’s a brief overview:1. Evolving Relationship Standa
The Truth: You're Actually Obsessed With Yourself, Not With Him
EPISODE 60: The Truth: You're Actually Obsessed With Yourself, Not With HimIn this episode, I reflect on a transformative realisation about dating: sometimes, our obsession with a partner isn’t about them at all—it’s about how incredible *we* are.After watching a TikTok that highlighted this, I began to look differently at my dating experiences. I now notice that the excitement and fulfilment I fe
How To Overcome Anxious Attachment When Dating Someone New
EPISODE 59: How To Overcome Anxious Attachment When Dating Someone NewIs your anxious attachment style affecting your dating experience?Are your relationships often overshadowed by feelings of insecurity or fear of abandonment?Do you find yourself overthinking every text or interaction, constantly worried that your partner may pull away?In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, I e
Dating Advice: Should He Delete Photos Of His Ex?
EPISODE 58: Dating Advice: Should He Delete Photos Of His Ex?It’s our monthly community episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast!We kick things off with a hilarious dating story about an awkward, accidental belly-button encounter that broke the ice when a new girlfriend met her partner’s sister for the first time, followed by the loveliest feedback from a regular listener.You'll also hear my ad
The Reason I Stopped Looking At Their Social Media
EPISODE 57: The Reason I Stopped Looking At Their Social MediaI was swiping away on Hinge the other day when I was reminded of the thing that gives me the ick instantly....Get Involved!You can contribute your stories to the Date with Confidence Podcast here. Share your best or worst dating stories, your biggest icks, dating tips you think everyone should know or ask me anything about my dating lif
Watch Out: 7 Easy To Ignore Red Flags I'm No Longer Available For
EPISODE 56: Watch Out: 7 Easy To Ignore Red Flags I'm No Longer Available ForHave you ever been on a date with someone and something’s just felt….off?You can’t put your finger on it because it’s not an “in your face” red flag, but your intuition is telling you something isn’t quite right.As you reflect on the date(s), you realise there were subtle red flags that’d be easy to miss had you not been
How To Be Happy In Your Skin When Divorced In Your 30s
EPISODE 55: How To Be Happy In Your Skin When Divorced In Your 30sBack in the summer, I received a message on Instagram asking me “What would you suggest the best thing to do for someone who wants to find happiness in their own skin and not feel they need a girl's attention to feel confident and wanted?”.This message came from someone who was going through a divorce and realised they had some work
Single For 5 Years & Celebrating ONE YEAR Of The Podcast!
EPISODE 54: Single For 5 Years & Celebrating ONE YEAR Of The Podcast!HAPPY ONE YEAR OF THE DATE WITH CONFIDENCE PODCAST!!In this episode, I reflect on my personal journey through relationships, breakups and self-discovery. From overcoming codependency to setting healthy boundaries, I share some of the most transformative lessons I’ve learned while navigating love and loss over the past 5 years
Dating Advice: He Hasn't Said “I Love You” Yet
EPISODE 53: Dating Advice: He Hasn't Said “I Love You” YetWe’re back baby!!In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, I take a deep dive into my recent experiences with dating and how they've made me reflect on my own values, self-awareness and boundaries. After ending a ‘relationship’ with someone whose views didn't align with mine, I took some time off from dating to process everything
We Need to Talk
EPISODE 52: We Need to TalkThere's some things we need to catch up about....Resources Mentioned:Manifest The OneThe 9 Red Flags You Need to Stop Ignoring ImmediatelyHeal Your Heart: Powerful Journalling for Breakup Grief The reel I was talking aboutGet Involved!You can contribute your stories to the Date with Confidence Podcast here. Share your best or worst dating stories, your biggest icks, dati
If I Wanted to Fall in Love, This is What I'd Do
EPISODE 51: If I Wanted to Fall in Love, This is What I'd DoThis video was shared on my YouTube channel in February and I thought it'd be something you'd benefit from listening to too so here ya go....After 4 years of being single, I'm ready to fall in love again. In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, I talk about my commitment to intentional dating with the goal of finding a meanin
An Alternative Perspective On The 5 Love Languages
EPISODE 50: An Alternative Perspective On The 5 Love Languages“Love Languages are a load of rubbish!” was his response when I asked him to take the 5 Love Languages quiz, which led to an in depth discussion and a new, alternative perspective on Gary Chapman’s Love Languages.In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, I dive deep into the concept of Love Languages, reflecting on personal e
MAFS S11: Lessons You Need To Improve Your New Relationship
EPISODE 49: MAFS S11: Lessons You Need To Improve Your New RelationshipWho knew that your Married At First Sight Australia addiction could improve your new relationship?Whether you’re actively dating and looking for ‘The One’ or you’ve just started seeing someone new (it’s ok, you don’t have to call it a relationship yet), I’m sharing the important lessons we can learn from the remaining couples i
Dating Advice: He Asked Me To Make A Video With Him, What Should I Do?
EPISODE 48: Dating Advice: He Asked Me To Make A Video With Him, What Should I Do?It’s that time of the month again….Community Episode!This episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast is all about YOU. We’ve got dating stories, bad responses to your dating profile prompts and some particularly juicy questions including:1. A guy I’m dating asked if he could film us having sex, am I overreacting?2.
How to Be More Attractive to Men
EPISODE 47: How To Be More Attractive To MenWant to become more magnetic to the man of your dreams?In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, we’re talking about how to be more attractive to men including the pep talk every woman needs, actionable steps to feel more attractive in your own skin and common things that can instantly put men off.Episodes Mentioned:This Simple Concept Will He
Dating Apps: I'm Immediately Swiping Left If I See This
EPISODE 46: Dating Apps: I'm Immediately Swiping Left If I See ThisWe’ve got a fun one today, friend!Join me in this lighthearted episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast as I dive into the world of dating profiles, sharing my instant "swipe left" criteria. From nicknames to topless photos, I explore what repels me and why. Drawing from my personal experiences and observations, I shed light on
Dating Someone New? Expect This To Happen
EPISODE 45: Dating Someone New? Expect This To HappenI did not expect this to happen when I started dating someone new….And I’m not going to lie, some of the things that’ve been coming up since I started dating the new guy in January have come as a bit of a shock.In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, we’re exploring the unexpected memories that’ve been bubbling to the surface
You Need This To Survive Dating In Your 30s
EPISODE 44: You Need This To Survive Dating In Your 30sDating can be brutal, can't it?There are moments in dating where you're just like “what the fuck am I doing?”There are moments where we question ourselves, we question our choices and we question whether it's even worth it.To survive the shitshow that dating can be, there’s one thing you need.And in this episode of The Date with Confidence Pod
How to Stop Dating Losers: You Deserve More
EPISODE 43: How to Stop Dating Losers: You Deserve MoreIt’s time to stop dating losers. It's time to stop dating dickheads. It’s time to stop dating people who are not worth your time, energy and effort.In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, I tackle the issue of settling for less in relationships. I share why I’m refusing to accept the bare minimum in relationship and how to raise y
The Guaranteed Way to Be Single Forever
EPISODE 42: The Guaranteed Way To Be Single ForeverI’ve noticed a trend in Facebook groups for women who are actively dating.This trend is super common and ridiculously easy to get sucked into.It’s also a pattern that’s guaranteed to keep you single forever. In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, I’m revealing the unhealthy dating mindset that you need to let go of and what you
Important Changes I Made To How I Date Now I'm In My 30s
EPISODE 41: Important Changes I Made To How I Date Now I'm In My 30sAre you ready to leave the mistakes you made in your twenties behind and date with confidence in your thirties?Do you need guidance on what those mistakes *could* have been?Would you like to make changes to the way you’re dating so you can manifest your dream relationship?In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, I delv
Dating Advice: How Can I Stop Comparing Myself?
EPISODE 40: Dating Advice: How Can I Stop Comparing Myself?It’s our second (official) community episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast!This episode is dedicated to you, your questions, your icks and your dating stories. This month, you asked:I’m dating a really lovely guy and I’m scared it’s all going to go wrong - how do I prevent self sabotage and cope with this fear?My ex wanting to sleep
How To Quit Obsessing Over Why He Hasn't Messaged
EPISODE 39: How To Quit Obsessing Over Why He Hasn't MessagedHave you ever been frozen in an anxious spiral, obsessing over why your latest match on Bumble hasn’t replied to your message yet?Or you’ve been on an amazing second, third, fourth date with someone but now they’re not as texty as they were?This is the episode for you. In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, I tackle th
Dating Advice: Is This Really a Red Flag?
EPISODE 38: Dating Advice: Is This Really A Red Flag?Let’s talk about red flags in dating.In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, I’m answering a number of questions about whether something is a red flag and you should run a mile or if you’re simply being oversensitive and you need to work on your self esteem.(Spoiler alert: you’re not being sensitive).Here are the questions I answer
How To Be Confident In Yourself When You're Dating
EPISODE 37: How To Be Confident In Yourself When You're DatingYou deserve your dream relationship. And in order to get that, you need to put yourself out there.But putting yourself out there can feel pretty terrifying, can’t it?In this episode of The Date With Confidence Podcast, I'm sharing how to be confident in yourself when you’re dating so you can get that dream relationship you deserve.1. Th
Psychological Tricks To Make A Man Fall In Love With You
EPISODE 36: Psychological Tricks To Make A Man Fall In Love With YouA few weeks ago, I was having a little scroll on TikTok and a video popped up in my feed: Psychological Tricks to Make a Man Fall In Love With You.I’ve got a few thoughts and feelings about this so in this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, I thought I’d share with you my own tips and tricks to make a man fall in love wi
How to Level Up In Love
EPISODE 35: How to Level Up In LoveAre you ready to level up in love?In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, I delve into the crucial aspects of levelling up in love, drawing from personal experiences and insights.We cover a LOT in this ep, here’s a tiny overview:1. Mindset Tips for Levelling Up: We’re starting this episode by exploring in depth 3 powerful mindset tools you can use to
Date Three Would've Happened If He Hadn't Said This
EPISODE 34: Date Three Would've Happened If He Hadn't Said ThisReady for some pre-date stalking and a potentially awkward kiss?It’s another cringe-filled dating story!In this episode of The Date With Confidence Podcast, I’m sharing all the gossip about the first two dates I went on with Tech Guy and why I chose not to see him again (despite agreeing to the third date initially).Here’s what we cove
How to Feel Confident Having Sex with Someone New
EPISODE 33: How To Feel Confident Having Sex With Someone NewAfter my last break up, I chose not to have sex for over four years.During that time, feelings of embarrassment and shame for going so long without came up and I was also faced with many new fears: what if no one found me attractive ever again?What if no one wanted to have sex with me?What if someone new didn’t like my body?What if I’ve
Dating Advice: When's The Best Time to Discuss a Fetish With Someone You're Dating?
EPISODE 32: Dating Advice: When's The Best Time to Discuss a Fetish With Someone You're Dating?When’s the right time to discuss your kinks with someone you’re dating?Did she know who I was when she messaged me?And what should I do if my ex friend’s ex boyfriend swipes right on me?This episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast is dedicated to you, your questions and your dating stories. I’m shari
How To Have Fun On Valentine's Day When You're Single
EPISODE 31: How To Have Fun On Valentine's Day When You're SingleIf you’re sick of being single or trying to manifest ‘The One’ as fast as you possibly can, Valentine’s Day can bring up some negative feelings.Whether you’re embracing your single era or you’re actively hunting for your dream relationship, join me in this episode of The Date With Confidence Podcast where we're tackling a timely topi
Your Dream Relationship Exists: Here's How to Believe In It
EPISODE 30: Your Dream Relationship Exists: Here's How To Believe In ItWhat you think, you believe and what you believe, becomes your reality.And this is so important when it comes to dating.If you enter the dating world with the belief that what you truly desire from a partner doesn't exist or isn't available to you, you’ll never find ‘The One’.In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast,
How to Manifest 'The One': Do This Before Dating
EPISODE 29: How to Manifest 'The One': Do This Before DatingAre you ready to manifest love, romance and your dream relationship into your reality?Join me in this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast as we deep dive into the mental, practical and energetic manifestation practices for manifesting ‘the one’.We explore the exact exercises I used before I started dating and the ones I use as I’m
My First Date Of 2024: Everything You Need To Know
EPISODE 28: My First Date Of 2024: Everything You Need To KnowAre you ready to hear all the details about my first date of 2024? Because that's exactly what we're going to talk about in this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast. From the nerves that crept in before the date to the (not so) unexpected turns, I’m sharing all the juicy details about my first date with someone I first met
Dating Diaries: A New Year, A New Season
EPISODE 27: Dating Diaries: A New Year, A New SeasonIt's the start of a new year which means it's the start of a new dating season!We've got a lot to catch up on in this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast so grab yourself a cup of something (or a glass of something - no judgement from me) and get ready to hear a very brief overview of my dating life in 2023, my dating predictions for
You're Allowed to Change Your Mind at ANY Point
Episode 26: You're Allowed to Change Your Mind at Any PointYou're allowed to change your mind at any point, especially and most importantly, when it comes to your body.In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, we dive into the topic of consent and why it's also ok for you to change your mind to a no, even after you've said yes. Here's a sneak peek at what we cover:1. Consent Matters: Hi
I Ignored the Guy Who Cancelled Last Minute
EPISODE 25: I Ignored the Guy Who Cancelled Last MinuteYou don't owe anyone a response. You don't owe anyone a response. If someone hasn’t treated you the way you deserve, you don’t owe them anything.In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, I'm talking about a recent (near) dating experience where I chose not to respond to a last-minute cancellation. I'm no longer available to not be r
The Energy You Need to Take Into Dating in 2024
EPISODE 24: The Energy You Need to Take Into Dating in 2024You’re a 10/10. You always have been, always will be.And in this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, I’m sharing practical tips for how to feel like a 10/10 so you can date with confidence and stop settling for less than you deserve.Here are the key topics covered:1. The Barbie Movie Epiphany: Discussing the influence of a particu
Interview With My Grandad: Dating Advice From An 81-Year-Old
EPISODE 23: Interview With My Grandad: Dating Advice From An 81-Year-OldThis is hands down my favourite episode I’ve ever recorded.I have the most special guest on The Date with Confidence Podcast: my grandad. In this episode, we delve into the charming story of how my grandparents met and why grandad believes their 57 year marriage has been so successful. Plus, he reveals to me what he reall
He Wanted Me to Send Photos and Lied About His Age
EPISODE 22: He Wanted Me to Send Photos and Lied About His AgeGuess who's got a new dating story for you....In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, I've got a brand new first date story about Rob*. Find out why my friends insisted I sack him off immediately and how I responded when he continued to ask me to send photos of myself. Plus, the shock reason he lied about his age and didn't
I Tried Bumble Speed Dating Twice: Here's What Happened
EPISODE 21: I Tried Bumble Speed Dating Twice: Here's What HappenedI decided to give Bumble Speed Dating a shot, not just once, but twice. I’d heard good things about it from a few people so thought I’d have a go myself. What’s the harm, eh?In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, I’m sharing what happened during my experience and why I swiftly backed out the first time. Here are
I Know What I Deserve Now and This Is NOT It
EPISODE 20: I Know What I Deserve Now and This Is NOT ItA few weeks ago, I went for dinner with two of my besties and as we enjoyed our food, I revealed all about a new guy on the scene who would be taking me on a date 4 days later.They suggested I record a pre-date episode that I could reflect back on after this initial date.And that’s exactly what this episode was *supposed* to be.But something
This Simple Concept Will Help You Date With Confidence
EPISODE 19: This Simple Concept Will Help You Date With ConfidenceWhether it's a first date, second, third, fourth date that fills you with anxiety…Or whether the idea of connecting with people on apps makes you feel sick…Or whether it's putting yourself out there for the first time if you've been single for a long time…Or you just want to enter a room feeling full of confidence instead of fear…Th
How to Cancel a Date with the 'Nice One'
EPISODE 18: How to Cancel a Date with the 'Nice One'You’ve been on a lovely date with a lovely guy and had a lovely time.But however lovely it was, he’s just not doing it for you. The problem is, you’ve committed to another date.How can you cancel a date with the nice one, without coming across as a complete arsehole?In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, I’m sharing the exact messag
"Wanna level up to bride?" Weird comments I've Received on Hinge
EPISODE 17: "Wanna Level Up to Bride?" Weird Comments I've Received on HingeHave you ever been told you “look saucy as a bowl of spaghetti”?Or been asked to dress up like a bridesmaid for a first date?Are you ever left confused about whether someone’s trying to make a joke or genuinely means the wild shit that’s coming out of their fingertips? Surely I can’t be the only one who receives weird
Sex On The Third Date?! Dating Rules You Need To Ditch Now
EPISODE 16: Sex On The Third Date?! Dating Rules You Need To Ditch NowShould you have sex on the third date?Should the guy pay for everything on a first date?Should you really be waiting for hours before responding to a message from them?And, is it an absolute no no to talk about your exes on a first date?In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, we're diving into the world of dating ru
How To Deal With Rejection When You're Dating
EPISODE 15: How To Deal With Rejection When You're Dating Let's talk about rejection.Rejection happens to all of us, no matter what stage of life we're in, no matter what stage of dating we're in, no matter how old we are, how young we are: we're going to get rejected at some point. Fact.Just as we’re going to reject someone at some point.Whilst rejection is a totally normal part of life, it doesn
Closure & New Beginnings: Am I Delusional?! Part 2
EPISODE 14: Closure & New Beginnings: Am I Delusional?! Part 2When something ends quicker than you expected, how do you handle it?What actions do you take to prevent these patterns repeating themselves?How do you release the trauma so it doesn’t impact you in the future?In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast - a follow up to the "Am I Delusional?!" episode that was released two we
The 'Near Perfect' Date That Became a Hilarious Nightmare
EPISODE 13: The 'Near-Perfect' Date That Became a Hilarious NightmareI’m not sure you’re ready to hear this story….Let me set the scene: it's a Thursday evening in London, and I'm gearing up for a first date with someone who isn’t my type but seems promising. I've had my fair share of dating adventures in the past four years of single life, but this one... well, let's just say it's one for the boo
Am I Actually Delusional?! The Rollercoaster Of Modern Dating
Episode 12: Am I Actually Delusional?! The Rollercoaster Of Modern DatingAm I actually delusional? Did I make this shit up? Am I just living on a whole different planet?!These are just some of the questions I was left asking myself after a recent dating experience that ended as quickly as it started. It was the first time I’d caught the feels for someone since my breakup 4 years ago and it was an
"Do you swipe right if their mate's more attractive?!" Dating Q&A
EPISODE 11: "Do you swipe right if their mate's more attractive?!" Dating Q&AWho should pay on a first date? How do you deal with rejection? And most importantly, do you swipe right if their mate’s more attractive?! In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, I’m hosting the first ever dating Q&A and answering the questions you submitted via Instagram. I hope you enjoy hearin
What It Really Means When You Get Ghosted
EPISODE 10: What It Really Means When You Get GhostedGetting ghosted can be a bewildering and disheartening experience, but before you let it shake your confidence, let's break down what's really happening behind those silent screens and unanswered messages.In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, we dive into what it really means when you get ghosted by someone and the key thing you n
How to Act & Feel Confident Before a First Date
EPISODE 09: How to Act & Feel Confident Before a First DateYou’ve matched with someone, had a bit of a chat back and forth, and they’ve asked you out on a date - yayyy! Whilst you’re excited at the prospect of meeting them face to face, there’s a part of you that feels anxious and worried about making a good first impression.It’s completely normal to feel nervous before meeting someone for the
Important Things I Tell Myself Before a First Date
EPISODE 08: Important Things I Tell Myself Before a First DateGoing on a first date can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. The anticipation, the butterflies, and the desire to make a great impression can lead to anxiety. However, the key to a successful first date lies in your mindset.In this episode of The Date With Confidence podcast, I’m sharing valuable insights and practical tips for boosti
Mindset Shifts You Need to Make Around Dating
EPISODE 07: Mindset Shifts You Need to Make Around DatingAre you stuck in a dating rut, feeling like you're trudging through an endless cycle of disappointment and frustration? It's time for a change, and that change starts with your mindset.In this episode of The Date With Confidence podcast, I’m exploring the importance of changing your mindset when it comes to dating so you can stop feeling lik
If I Wanted To Date Again After A Toxic Relationship, This Is What I'd Do
EPISODE 06: If I Wanted to Date Again After a Toxic Relationship, This Is What I’d DoHealing is an ongoing process; it's not a quick fix or a magical transformation that happens overnight. It's a journey, a series of steps towards rediscovering your best self and finding the love you truly deserve. In this episode of The Date with Confidence Podcast, I’m sharing my personal journey of healing
Should I Really Delete Everything After a Breakup?
EPISODE 05: Should I Really Delete Everything After a Breakup?In 2012, I went through my first of two catastrophic breakups. To help me process the breakup, my friends thought it’d be a good idea to take my phone and delete all evidence of the relationship. They deleted every message he'd sent. They deleted him off Facebook. And they deleted his number. But I couldn’t handle it. I was not rea
Were They Really Your Best Friend? 6 Signs Your Ex Wasn't 'The One'
EPISODE 04: Were They Really Your Best Friend? 6 Signs Your Ex Wasn’t ‘The One’I’ve been in 5 relationships since I was 17. One fizzled out after two years, one was destined to be temporary, one ended in a screaming match and me moving to another island, and two ended in catastrophic heartbreak. They were unexpected and shook me to my core. After both of these breakups, I kept repeating
How to Self Care When You're Going Through a Breakup
EPISODE 03: How to Self Care When You’re Going Through a BreakupA relationship ending can be one of the most difficult experiences to go through. It can be especially hard to practise self-care when you’re in the process of healing from a breakup. However, it’s important to remember that taking care of yourself is one of the best things you can do to get yourself through the difficult time. I
How to Break Up with Someone in the Kindest Way
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