Listen "Things I Heard While Dating with Emily O'Brien"
Episode Synopsis
Emily O'Brien is a freelance writer and author of the book Things I Heard While Dating. This fun conversation includes our own dating stories, excerpts from the book, and lessons from the real world of dating. Have fun with this episode! Highly recommend listening with a friend and share your own dating stories.
00:35 How Emily Created 'Things I Heard While Dating'
02:34 Hilarious and Awkward Dating Stories
04:18 The Blueprint of Relationships
11:31 The Cool Girl Phenomenon
19:30 Speed Dating Adventures
26:33 Unbelievable Name Critique
27:06 Supporting Evidence for Name Dislike
28:32 Personal Stories and Reactions
30:15 Memorable and Awkward Compliments
31:45 Cyclist Stereotypes and Dating
33:07 Unexpected and Shocking Comments
39:45 Navigating Dating Expectations
44:30 Reflections on Dating Stories
46:58 Share Your Dating Stories!
Emily O'Brien
https://emilytellsstories.com/
Buy the book https://www.amazon.com/Things-Heard-While-Dating-compilation/dp/B0DJMW6Y7C
Brittani's Resources
https://www.brittaniprocknow.com/
Get your free Intimacy Workbook https://relate-co.kit.com/b956780219
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00:35 How Emily Created 'Things I Heard While Dating'
02:34 Hilarious and Awkward Dating Stories
04:18 The Blueprint of Relationships
11:31 The Cool Girl Phenomenon
19:30 Speed Dating Adventures
26:33 Unbelievable Name Critique
27:06 Supporting Evidence for Name Dislike
28:32 Personal Stories and Reactions
30:15 Memorable and Awkward Compliments
31:45 Cyclist Stereotypes and Dating
33:07 Unexpected and Shocking Comments
39:45 Navigating Dating Expectations
44:30 Reflections on Dating Stories
46:58 Share Your Dating Stories!
Emily O'Brien
https://emilytellsstories.com/
Buy the book https://www.amazon.com/Things-Heard-While-Dating-compilation/dp/B0DJMW6Y7C
Brittani's Resources
https://www.brittaniprocknow.com/
Get your free Intimacy Workbook https://relate-co.kit.com/b956780219
For deep dives into relational topics that give you insight and action for how you can relate better, sign up for the How to Relate Newsletter https://relate-co.kit.com/e9f87bb2dc
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