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Dating Advice from a 12-Year Relationship (If I Had to Start Over in 2026, I’d Do This)
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Hi Reader, I just published a new post that I’m honestly really proud of. It’s called: Dating Advice from a 12-Year Relationship (If I Had to Start Over, I'd Do This...) It includes 13 pieces of dating advice from the perspective of my 12-year relationship (plus 6 bonus pieces from my husband). And here's the thing: I know the immediate pushback people often have when someone in a long-term relationship talks about dating is: And honestly? They’re right. Apps, ghosting, texting culture, “situationships,” and the pressure to figure someone out ASAP have changed a lot. But here’s what someone who is dating right now doesn’t necessarily have yet: A healthy, long-term relationship. That’s what makes this perspective useful. This post is basically my honest attempt to answer: Some of the biggest things:
And the bonus section might be my favorite: Some of his answers overlapped with mine, while some were unexpected! If you’re dating right now, I really think this one will give you something useful to reflect on. Read the full post here → Dating Advice from a 12-Year Relationship (If I Had to Start Over, I'd Do This...) And when you read it, hit reply and tell me: I genuinely want to know. All the love, |
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I help women challenge and rewrite "approval-based rules" to make aligned choices for self-confident love lives. Check out my website below and sign up for my newsletter for impactful insights.
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