New Wayz Podcast

Keep Them or Leave Them? Dating Stories, Standards, and Hard Truths

Matt Dynneson, Christina Pehr Season 2 Episode 2

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Dating isn’t just about who we swipe right on — it’s about what those connections reveal about us. In this episode, Christina and Bianca sit down for an unfiltered conversation about dating stories, the lessons hidden inside them, and the power of raising your standards. We talk about the dates that showed us what we actually want, the red flags we’ll never ignore again, and the moments that forced us to admit what we needed to heal in ourselves.

From realizing that past patterns often repeat until we learn from them, to noticing how chivalry, effort, and respect still matter, we dig into how dating can be both a mirror and a teacher. We share how letting people show us what we like (and what we don’t) helps shape the values and boundaries we bring into every relationship.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in the same dating cycle, struggled to decide whether to keep going or walk away, or wondered if your standards are “too much” — this episode is for you. It’s real talk, personal stories, and practical takeaways to help you stop settling, stop repeating patterns, and start creating the kind of dating experiences you actually want.