070 Debunking Dating Myths and Rewriting Relationship Rules with Damona Hoffman

Ask A Sex Therapist with Heather Shannon

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⚡️ Sparks flying and magic in the air? Or just the sound of yet another dating myth fizzling out? 🐸💔 Join Heather and this week's guest expert, Damona Hoffman, as they smash the old fairy tale narratives and help you construct a love story that's truly your own. Our amazing guest, Damona Hoffman, is the official love expert for The Drew Barrymore Show and the #1 Best-Selling author of "F The Fairy Tale." She and Heather get pretty deep in this episode and you're in for some suprises!

This episode isn't about finding your soulmate, but finding real connections in a world full of ghosting, breadcrumbing, lazy daters and more dating pitfalls. 🧚 Whether you're a hopeless romantic or a hopeful realist, you won't want to miss the truths unpacked here. 🌟

Listeners will discover:

🔮 The myth of instant chemistry and the importance of personal growth in relationships.

🎙️ How to inspire authentic connections beyond text messages (hint: try audio messages!)

💑 The four pillars essential for a relationship and how to apply them practically.

😱 Turning the 'ick' of dating disasters into a path of personal growth and self-discovery.

🔐 Embracing realism over romance for a meaningful and fulfilling partnership.

Get insightful timestamps:

- The allure of Valentine's Day and everyday love [00:01:16]

- Demystifying the 'perfect' partner and unrealistic expectations [00:02:44]

- Is romance lost when we say 'F the fairy tale'? [00:04:19]

- The importance of staying in the moment [00:06:30]

- Damona's refreshing approach to 'the list' [00:08:40]

- The love/hate relationship with dating height requirements [00:09:57]

And much more, all within the transformative heart-to-heart between Heather and Damona Hoffman! Ready for a love revolution? Listen now, and let's rewrite the dating rules together.

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