

How To Date: Communication - dating dos and don’ts
Feb 25, 2025
Emma Reed-Turrell, a psychotherapist and author specializing in transactional psychology, joins the conversation about navigating early-stage dating communication. She emphasizes the crucial role self-esteem plays in how we connect. The discussion covers the pitfalls of people-pleasing and the blind spots that can affect relationships. Additionally, they explore the significance of authenticity and vulnerability in modern dating, while offering practical tips for clearer and kinder communication, all aimed at fostering genuine connections.
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Avoid Dating Games
- Don't play dating games or follow rigid rules like waiting three days to text.
- Communicate authentically and express your interest if you feel it.
Elizabeth's Texting Troubles
- Elizabeth Day shares her dating anxieties, including overthinking text replies and the fear of double texting.
- She highlights the internal conflict between wanting to communicate and adhering to perceived rules.
Express Your Needs
- Acknowledge and express your needs; it's empowering, despite discomfort.
- Non-responses offer valuable data: they may be busy or simply not interested, which helps you move on.