63% of single men have given up on dating. In this episode, we explore why modern dating is pushing men to walk away, what this means for women, and whether there's a path forward for both sides.

Get real talk on relationship dynamics, dating strategies, and the hidden costs when men check out of the dating market. We break down the dual perspective - understanding both what's driving men away and what women need to know about this seismic shift in modern relationships.

Essential listening for anyone navigating modern relationships and understanding what's really happening between men and women in 2025.

Topics covered:

• The 63% statistic and what it really means

• Why modern dating broke men

• The real cost of walking away

• What women don't understand about male withdrawal

• Both sides of the dating crisis

• Actionable paths forward for singles

Perfect for: Singles looking for dating advice, women seeking to understand men, relationship coaches, and anyone interested in modern dating dynamics.

Host: Dating to Win - Your essential resource for mastering modern dating, relationships, and self-improvement.

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Are you in a trauma bond or real love? This psychology podcast reveals 7 warning signs of trauma bonding with a narcissist—and why most people miss the most critical red flag.

If you're dealing with emotional abuse, gaslighting, or manipulation tactics in a toxic relationship, understanding these signs could save you years of pain. This is no-BS relationship advice backed by psychology research.

🚨 7 Signs You're Trauma Bonded (Not in Love):

0:00 - Introduction: Trauma Bond vs Love

1:50 - Sign #1: Intermittent Reinforcement (The Addiction Cycle)

2:15 - Sign #2: Walking on Eggshells (Constant Anxiety)

2:45 - Sign #3: Isolation from Support System

3:16 - Sign #4: The One Most People Miss (Critical!)

4:02 - Sign #5: Cognitive Dissonance (Reality Distortion)

4:35 - Sign #6: Justifying Their Behavior (Making Excuses)

5:20 - Sign #7: Fear of Leaving (Emotional Paralysis)

6:02 - Why Trauma Bonds Happen (Psychology Explained)

9:04 - How to Break Free (5 Action Steps)

12:17 - Final Thoughts & Resources

💡 What You'll Learn:

✅ How to identify trauma bond vs genuine love

✅ Why narcissist trauma bonding uses manipulation tactics

✅ The psychology behind gaslighting and emotional abuse cycles

✅ 5 concrete steps for breaking trauma bonds

✅ How to rebuild mental health after leaving a toxic relationship

This isn't just theory—these are proven strategies for recognizing and escaping trauma bond relationships. Whether you're currently trapped or helping someone else, these relationship red flags will give you clarity.

📚 Crisis Resources:

• National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

• Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741

• RAINN: 1-800-656-4673

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Why do we keep choosing the same type of partner — even when we swear we won’t do it again? In this episode of Dating to Win, Matt breaks down the psychological patterns that pull us toward the same personalities, the same red flags, and the same relationship outcomes… even when we know better.

You’ll learn:

• The subconscious forces that shape who you’re attracted to
• How childhood experiences create your “relationship blueprint”
• Why familiar dysfunction feels safer than real intimacy
• The role of attachment styles in choosing partners
• How to finally break the cycle and choose better for yourself

If you've ever asked yourself, “Why do I always end up with the same kind of person?” — this episode gives you clarity, truth, and a plan to change it.

✅ SHOW NOTES

Topics Covered in This Episode:

1. Understanding your subconscious relationship patterns
2. Why familiarity often feels like compatibility
3. Your attachment style and how it affects partner choice
4. Trauma bonding & emotional repetition loops
5. How rejection and self-worth shape attraction
6. Breaking the cycle: choosing partners from a healed place

Listen if you struggle with:

• Choosing partners who aren't good for you
• Repeating the same dating mistakes
• Feeling “stuck” in similar relationship patterns
• Wanting to understand your attraction psychology
• Healing your emotional patterns to attract better

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