You’re a few dates in, and something inevitably comes up that is a non-negotiable for you. How do you avoid wasting each other’s time? Clare McCallan weighs in on the concept of “loud looking” and whether it’s a tool that can respect each other’s expectations and boundaries, or too intense of an approach for a first date.

Loud looking, the practice of being upfront about your desirables and non-negotiables, has become more popular as people become more serious about intentional dating. But does this approach just turn dating into a job interview? Can you be forward about your values and morality without ruining your chances with a potential partner? Tune in to hear different takes on this modern dating trend.

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Executive produced by David L. Guffey and Don Burt.

Theme composed by Adam Jones.

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Jumping into a relationship can be equally exciting and daunting. What are the rules for entering the dating scene without being too forward? If you’re coming out of a hard breakup, how long should you wait before getting back out there?

Rose Sweet and Tanner Kalina discuss how to send signals without being too forward, how to protect yourself against bonding with someone prematurely, and how to find identity in Christ rather than in a partner. Both bring unique perspectives from their own relationships that offer insight into fostering healthy motivations for seeking a relationship and guarding yourself against the pain of a harmful breakup.

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Produced by Patrick Lehe and Alan Hewitt.

Executive produced by David L. Guffey and Don Burt.

Theme composed by Adam Jones.

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Being single can offer so many great opportunities and freedom…but sometimes it feels like that phase of life overstays its welcome. Brendan McCauley and Matchmaker Madigan Maere dive into the frustrations they hear from people who are ready for relationship, but struggle with the question, “Why am I still single?”

The “seasons of singleness” are not periods of life with any less value than times of relationship. This episode offers practical tips for preparing yourself to date well, and advice for how to be confident in your singleness if the right person hasn’t come along yet.

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Produced by Patrick Lehe and Alan Hewitt.

Executive produced by David L. Guffey and Don Burt.

Theme composed by Adam Jones.

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