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Jun 2023
11m 15s

(Rewind): What Makes The “Bad Boy” Attra...

MATTHEW HUSSEY
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We've all heard the cliche of why it's more intoxicating to date a "bad boy", but why do people so often pursue people who put them on an emotional rollercoaster? And why do we often assume people are more worth having when they make things more difficult? In this episode, Matthew, Stephen, Audrey and Jameson talk about various aspects of the bad boy and look at some mindset shifts that can help us choose someone who is actually healthy for a long-term relationship. --- ►► Discover the 4 Secrets for Escaping Casual Dating Traps. Claim Your FREE PASS for my Dating With Results Training. . . → http://www.DatingWithResults.com --- ►► FREE download: “9 Texts No Man Can Resist” → http://www.9texts.com ►► FREE download: “5 Compliments to Get Him Addicted to You” → http://www.SayThisToHim.com
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