Stop Saying I Want You Be Married By The End of This Year

The Hidden Cost of Feeling Different

What if feeling “different” was never the problem? In this episode of Becoming Emotionally Available, I sit down with Kenan to talk about disability, fear of judgment, emotional isolation, dating, rejection, and learning to trust your own timing instead of comparing your life to everyone else’s. We explore: * the hidden cost of feeling different * why people withdraw after embarrassment * fear of vulnerability and rejection * self-abandonment patterns * learning to stay connected instead of shutting down If you’ve ever felt misunderstood, emotionally behind, or afraid of being judged, this conversation will resonate deeply. Maybe the question isn’t: “What’s wrong with me?” Maybe it’s: “What gifts do I bring to the world because of what I’ve been through?” Take the quiz to find your patterns that may be keeping you stuck in your relationships: https://32v3xg8h58a.typeform.com/lovepattern ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

How To Have Difficult Conversations Without Getting Defensive

In this episode, we dive into honest conversations around relationships, emotional maturity, communication, and the patterns that quietly shape how we show up with others. My guest shares their personal experiences, challenges, and insights around navigating conflict, connection, healing, and growth — while we unpack what it really takes to build healthier relationships and have the uncomfortable conversations most people avoid. If you’ve ever struggled with defensiveness, emotional shutdown, people-pleasing, boundaries, or repeating the same relationship patterns… this conversation is for you. Join my upcoming workshop to break the patterns keeping you suck. RSVP here: http://www.breakthepatterns.com/event-online ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

The Hidden Cost of Rushing into a First Date

I went on a date with a man who said all the right things, until dinner. What he said within 20 minutes revealed the biggest red flag in dating... and it shook me. But here's the real story: it's not just about him. It's about how we ignore our gut, move too fast, and call it chemistry when it's actually anxious attachment. If you've ever felt that tension between excitement and discernment, this one's for you. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

I matched with a covert narcissist on Bumble

I’m a relationship coach. I’ve done the work. And still… I almost dated a covert narcissist. In this episode, I share how it happened, what I missed, and the 6 big lessons I learned. Because even the “experts” get it wrong sometimes, and that’s okay. Join me on my upcoming workshop to create a clear vision and not miss these signs: www.insidesmatchjourney.com ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Stop Saying I Want You Be Married By The End of This Year

If your love goal is tied to a deadline, it might be keeping you stuck. In this episode, dating coach Dagmar Kusiak shares why focusing on outcomes (like getting married this year) backfires, and what to do instead. Learn how to Shift from pressure to purpose, Build a clear, honest relationship vision, Spot real emotional safety, and Ask the right questions early. Plus, get the scoop on Dagmar’s free two-day workshop to map your relationship goals with clarity and confidence. Register here: www.insidesmatchjourney.com ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.