"I think it's really important to be clear on those things before you even begin to start going on dates in an intentional way," she says. "When we have low expectations for something, although it's really hard to do that, especially if you're someone who's very much a romantic like me." Low expectations means greater happiness when the good thing does arrive,. She adds: 'The right person is going to come because you're fucking amazing and anyone would be lucky to have you'
Dating in our 20s can feel like an uphill battle, and many of us are seeking an alternative to casual relationships and meaningless flings or hookups. This week on the podcast, we discuss how we can adopt an intentional approach to our romantic life and dating decisions, in particular, how this can free us from some of the pressure and stress that accompanies dating in our 20s. We discuss the psychology and research behind self awareness, value and goal orientation, self concept, understanding what others want and how to lower your expectations and meet people organically so that we can embrace the excitement and fun of meeting new people and forming meaningful connections. Listen now.
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