In this episode, I’m diving into why we keep getting drawn to the same types of partners, even when those relationships don't work out or we keep getting hurt. I’ll break down the psychology behind attraction, how our early experiences and attachment styles play a huge role, and why it’s so damn hard to break those familiar patterns. I’m also sharing my own ... Show More
Nov 10
210. Five Communication Skills I Wish I'd Practiced Before Meeting The One
Everyone says communication is key, but what does good communication actually look like?I’m sharing the five most impactful communication tools I’ve learned so you can build trust, repair faster, and stay on the same team when things get hard.Thanks to our partners:AG1: Go to dri ... Show More
38m 31s
Nov 7
209. Why Self-Trust Is the Key to Feeling Safe in Love w/ Sarah Yudkin
Are you overthinking your relationship? Do you ever wonder if it’s love or just anxiety?In this episode, I share my journey from relationship anxiety to building true inner safety and self-trust. I'm joined by Sarah Yudkin, creator of You Love and You Learn, to explore releasing ... Show More
53m 39s
Nov 4
208. Top 5 Tips For Dating When Your Biological Clock Is Ticking
If your biological clock is ticking and dating feels stressful, this episode’s for you! I share real-life dating advice and relationship tips for managing timelines, trusting the process, and a reminder that love doesn’t need to follow a timeline.Episodes mentioned:Episode 94 – A ... Show More
39m 14s
Dec 2024
#170: Dating Q&A: Early Dating with Anxious Attachment, Navigating Texting Anxiety, Not Attaching Too Quickly, Prioritising Values Over Chemistry
<p>In this Q&A episode, I’m answering your most common questions about early dating—particularly through the lens of anxious attachment. If dating feels like a minefield of overthinking, anxiety, and emotional highs and lows, this episode is for you.</p><p>We’ll explore:</p>< ... Show More
26m 6s
May 2025
Why the Best People Fall for Emotionally Unavailable Partners | Matt Monday
<p>Why do amazing people—kind, self-aware, emotionally intelligent—keep falling for partners who can’t meet them halfway? In this week’s video, we uncover the five reasons behind this painful cycle and how to finally break free. From the scarcity mindset to the addictive highs an ... Show More
12m 29s
Oct 4
Modern Dating, Toxic Relationships & How to Attract the Right Kind of Love
In this episode, we discuss the challenges of modern dating, the dynamics behind toxic attraction, and Nicole’s guidance on how to attract and keep the right kind of love. Dr Nicole Nasr is a psychologist and founder of Journey Starts Here, a platform for therapists and coaches t ... Show More
1h 3m
Aug 20
Are They a Walking Red Flag? Case Kenny on Maturity, Relationships, and Self Worth
JVN sat down with Case Kenny, host of the podcast New Mindset, Who Dis?, to talk all things dating, relationships, self-worth, and confidence. Together, they dive into the surprising power of language, how the words we use shape our lives, and what it really takes to build health ... Show More
48m 27s
Sep 3
Jared Freid & Jordana Abraham: Dating App Burnout? Do THIS 30-Day Challenge to Stop Wasting Time and FINALLY Meet the Right Person
Are you making time for the kind of love you want? Do you feel like you’re ready to stop repeating old patterns? Today, Jay welcomes Jared Freid and Jordana Abraham, hosts of the hit dating podcast U Up?, for a candid, lighthearted look at modern love. Together with Jay, they unp ... Show More
1h 15m