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Quit Kissing Frogs
Episodes
42 episodes
The Biological Realities Of Womanhood, Dating, And Fertility
“40 is the new 30!”“You can freeze your eggs!” “Your 20s is the time to focus on your education and your career." "You can always have children later, but these professional opportunities will only be open to you for a...
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How Netflix's Jewish Matchmaking Can Improve Your Love Life
If you haven’t seen Netflix’s “Jewish Matchmaking,” you’re missing out! In this new reality dating show, matchmaker Aleeza Ben Shalom helps Jewish singles who are looking for their match. Her approach to matchmaking is thoughtful and thorough, ...
Is False Intimacy Sabotaging Your Relationships?
Most people know that physical intimacy takes a relationship to a new level - that’s why jumping into bed with a guy on the first date is a terrible idea. But it’s easy to forget that emotional intimacy deepens a relationship, too. Far too many...
3 Ways To Handle Conflict in Dating
Conflict is something many people dread, especially if it comes up early in a dating relationship. In reality, conflict is inevitable, and it’s also neutral - it’s HOW you handle it (and the root cause behind it) that can make conflict a bad...
5 Questions To Help You Evaluate A First Date
How do you evaluate your dates? Oh, you don’t? Well, you ought to! First dates can bring up a lot of different feelings, and the emotional haze that follows a date can make it difficult to think clearly about things. Taking time to deliberately...
Frog Breakdown: The Guy Who Just Wants To Be In A Relationship
Today we have another episode in the “Frog Breakdown” series. If you want to date better and meet the kind of man you truly want to be with, the first step is to quit kissing frogs…and that starts with being able to identify those “fro...
So You're Dating a Narcissist...
Narcissism is a psychological buzzword that has become much more widely discussed and recognized in recent years. Unfortunately, there’s a lot of misinformation out there, too, leading a lot of folks to misunderstand what narcissism is and stru...
Frog Breakdown: The Guy Who Wants To "Keep It Casual"
Today’s episode is the third in the “Frog Breakdown” series. If you want to date better and meet the kind of man you truly want to be with, the first step is to quit kissing frogs…and that starts with being able to identify those “frog...
Should You Be Dating When You're Depressed?
Many people struggle with depression for a variety of reasons. And being depressed can make dating pretty difficult. The important question is - should you be dating at all if you’re depressed? The answer is nuanced, so in today’s episode, Domi...
Frog Breakdown: The Guy Who's Not Actually Into You
Today’s episode is the second in the “Frog Breakdown” series. If you want to date better and meet the kind of man you truly want to be with, the first step is to quit kissing frogs…and that starts with being able to identify those “fro...
This Is Why Dating Apps Don't Work For You (& How To Fix It)
Many women find themselves disillusioned with dating apps and discouraged by their lack of success in finding good dates (let alone a good relationship). The key is that dating apps can be a valuable tool, but like any tool, you have to know ho...
Frog Breakdown: The "Nice Guy" Who Never Makes a Move
Today’s episode is the first in a series of “frog breakdowns,” where Dominique will break down the different kinds of “frogs” that women wind up with if they are not being very discerning or using good judgment. One of the biggest reasons...
3 Ways To Refresh Your Dating Life This Spring
There’s nothing like springtime - with the promise of sunshine and warmer weather on the horizon - to inspire a fresh start. While you’re decluttering your closets and Marie-Kondo-ing your kitchen, why not apply some “spring cleaning” to your d...
Can You Be Friends With An Ex?
Is it possible to be friends with an ex? Many women find themselves trying to remain friends with their ex after a breakup, with varying degrees (and definitions) of success. But if you’re asking yourself, “Can I be friends with my ex boyfriend...
Are You Putting Yourself in Danger When Dating? (10 Common Mistakes & What To Do Instead)
Most women have a general awareness of the safety concerns to be aware of in dating, but very few women actually do the right things to mitigate those risks and decrease the odds that they will end up in a dangerous situation. In this epi...
Practical Ways To Attract Better Quality Men
For many women, one of the biggest struggles in dating isn't that they can't get dates...it's that the men who are showing interest in them are not the kinds of men they want to date, let alone consider settling down with. And the kind of men t...
How to Build Confidence & Improve Your Dating Life
We all struggle with confidence from time to time, and dating is an area that tends to stir up insecurities and can make you feel your least confident. This often makes dating feel intimidating and frustrating. The good news is that it...
How To Set and Enforce Healthy Boundaries in Dating
Boundaries can be transformative in any area of life, but especially in dating. Good boundaries are particularly crucial in the early stages of dating, because those early weeks and months of dating set the tone for the future of...
The Dunning-Kruger Effect in Dating
Have you heard of the Dunning Kruger effect? Although you may not recognize the name, you’ve almost certainly witnessed this psychological phenomenon in others and likely experienced it yourself. In today’s podcast, Dominique breaks down ...
Dealing With Mixed Emotions On Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day can feel pretty loaded for a lot of us - it’s a Hallmark holiday centered on the emotional aspect of romantic love, and that can stir up a lot of emotions, both good and bad. This mixed bag of emotions can come up whether you're...
Reality Dating Shows Worth Watching (& What You Can Learn From Them)
Are reality TV dating shows like The Bachelorette one of your guilty pleasures? Would you ever believe that watching reality TV dating shows can improve your dating life? In this week's episode, Dominique explains why, and breaks down three dif...
Fun & Affordable Date Ideas for Joe Biden's Economy
Everyone is feeling the economic squeeze lately, and luxuries like date night are often the first thing to go when you're tightening your budget. But you can still enjoy date night and stay fiscally responsible - yes, even in Joe Biden's econom...
3 Resolutions That Will Improve Your Love Life in 2023
We've all heard of "new year, new me"...but what about new year, new love life? If 2022 found you single or in a relationship that wasn't what you'd hoped for, chances are that you're ready to make 2023 a better year for dating. Today Dom...
“So Are You Seeing Anyone?” - How To Handle Intrusive Questions About Your Love Life
The holiday spirit is in the air, which means it’s the time of year for celebrating with loved ones through festive parties, holiday dinners, and mass quantities of dessert. This also means it’s the time of year when lots of relatives and famil...
How Do You Know When You're Ready To Get Married?
Who you choose to marry is one of the biggest decisions anyone makes. It affects the rest of your life in profound ways, and it’s not a decision most of us take lightly. But how do you KNOW when you’re with the right guy and it’s the right time...