The Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst

Dating Expert Blaine Anderson On Why You’re Still SINGLE, Online Dating Tips & How to Get More Quality Dates

Sep 29, 2022

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Today's guest is dating coach Blaine Anderson, also known as @datingbyblaine on social media. And as you know, dating could be quite challenging in the online and offline world that we live in today and I was highly impressed with Blaine's direct and no nonsense advice on social media. I personally have gotten a lot of value out of her content and I think you are going to learn a ton in this conversation. And while Blaine, specifically coaches men, we get into both perspectives in our discussion, so I know you'll enjoy it whether you are male or a female. So get your pen and paper ready as you tune into this dating master class.

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What to Listen For:

0:00 Intro
1:59 What are the biggest struggles people have with dating?
4:25 Why self discovery is so important when it comes to finding a partner
7:01 Blaine puts me to the test!
11:10 How to find love on Instagram
17:19 Biggest mistakes she sees her clients make
19:38 She thinks everyone should stop doing THIS
21:40 How to build attraction
23:55 A date is NOT an interview (do this instead)
26:57 Boosting confidence before a date
28:42 How women can be more approachable
30:34 Do THIS to meet someone (& get their number) when you’re out in public
36:27 How to not be a “nice guy” without being a jerk (& avoid the friend zone)
39:57 How to ask someone out that you are interested in
42:37 Discovering what you want in a partner & when is it time to make things exclusive
46:15 When is it appropriate to incorporate “touch?”
48:26 Blaine critiques my online dating profile
55:04 How to date someone that’s “out of your league”
57:01 How to become more confident with your appearance