HOT AIR: Therapy, Dating & LGBTQ+ Life

5 Dating Rules You Should NEVER Follow (And What Actually Works)

Joshua Robert: LGBTQ Podcaster & Self-Help Enthusiast Season 1 Episode 4

Tired of dating advice that makes you cringe—or worse, makes you question your worth? Same. This week on HOT AIR, we’re calling out 5 of the worst dating tips you’ve probably heard (or even followed), and trust me… it’s time to toss them in the trash.

I’m breaking down:

💔 The outdated, toxic, or just plain confusing advice that keeps dating messy!

🔄 How these myths have shown up in real life—and why they don’t work

💡 What to do instead: realistic, empowering advice that helps you date with clarity and confidence

From “play hard to get” to “don’t text back too fast,” we’re flipping the script on all the nonsense. Because dating shouldn’t feel like a mind game—it should feel like you.

If you’ve ever rolled your eyes at a TikTok dating coach or been ghosted after following “the rules,” this one’s for you.

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