Dating after divorce is a whole new game, with real wounds, real wisdom, and (yes) real hope. In this straight-talking, compassionate episode, John and Joree share their own post-divorce dating stories and how they guide their clients: what to put on your dating profile, how to spot genuine interest vs. mixed signals, and why behavior, not words, should guide your choices. They unpack red flags (inconsistency, judgment, defensiveness, love-bombing), safety must-dos, and the mindset shift that turns dating from desperate to discerning. This is Part 1 of a two-part series; next up: green flags, pacing intimacy, consent cues, and building something secure from the start.

You'll learn:

Profile basics that attract the right matches (cast a narrow, values-aligned net)
How to read actions over explanations,and stop giving endless "benefit of the doubt"
Safety first: practical ground rules for first meetings
10 common red flags after divorce (and what they look like early)
The difference between interest, availability, and readiness
Why your top 5 must-haves & 3 deal-breakers protect your peace

Want deeper support? Explore our 12-part couples masterclass or therapy options at loveisntenough.net—and catch the video on YouTube.

Connect with Joree & John:

• Website: www.loveisntenough.net

• Instagram: @loveisntenough33

• Subscribe to their podcast: Love Isn't Enough

• Join our relationship Master Class series: https://loveisntenough.net/masterclass/

Connect with Dr. John Schinnerer:

• Website: www.guidetoself.com

• Instagram: @theevolvedcaveman

• Subscribe to his podcast: The Evolved Caveman

Connect with Joree Rose:

• Website: www.joreerose.com

• Instagram: @joreerose

• Subscribe to her podcast: Journey Forward with Joree Rose

• Join the Podcast Membership: https://joreerose.com/journeyforwardpodcast/

Dating Post-Divorce, Part 1: How To Identify Red Flags