In this engaging conversation, dating and relationships coach Sadia Khan shares her insights on the chaos of modern dating. She discusses how skills that help people navigate dating apps can sabotage long-term happiness. The impact of social media on expectations, the importance of emotional connection over looks, and the role of self-esteem in relationships are all explored. Sadia emphasizes the need for genuine intimacy and accountability, critiquing superficial connections while advocating for authentic relationships.
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Modern Dating as Divorce Training
Modern dating trains people to prioritize superficial traits and quick replacements.
This focus on extrinsic values hinders long-term relationship skills and intimacy.
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Filtering for the Wrong Things
People filter for superficial traits like looks, status, and sex in modern dating.
This is influenced by dating apps, social media, and pornography.
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Pre-Tinder Romance
Mark and his wife met right before Tinder launched.
They joked about narrowly escaping the modern dating app scene.
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In 'The Psychology of Money,' Morgan Housel delves into the psychological and emotional aspects of financial decisions. The book consists of 19 short stories that illustrate how personal history, worldview, emotions, and biases influence financial outcomes. Housel emphasizes the importance of behavior over knowledge in managing money, highlighting the power of compounding, the dangers of greed, and the pursuit of happiness beyond mere wealth accumulation. He advocates for a frugal lifestyle, long-term perspective, and a balanced approach to investing, stressing that financial success is more about mindset and discipline than about technical financial knowledge[2][3][4].
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Attract Women Through Honesty
Mark Manson
This book focuses on the concept of 'non-neediness' and emphasizes the importance of honesty in relationships. It advises men to be genuine, vulnerable, and true to themselves, rather than trying to impress women through manipulative tactics. The book is divided into sections such as 'Honest Living,' 'Honest Action,' and 'Honest Communication,' and it provides practical advice on overcoming anxiety, developing true confidence, and polarizing women to determine their interest. It also stresses the importance of self-investment and living a life that aligns with one's true values and desires.
Let's be honest: the modern dating landscape is a shit show. From declining marriage rates and rising infidelity to the nightmare of using dating apps—it's brutal out there.
With all these supposedly "easy" ways to meet new people, why are the people who want long-term, stable relationships so fed up with the dating world?
I invited dating and relationships coach Sadia Khan on the pod to discuss how the skills we use to excel in modern dating often sabotage long-term happiness.
Sadia brings a refreshing, thought-provoking perspective to the conversation that will help you navigate the complexities of today's dating world. We dive into the role of self-esteem in successful relationships, the pitfalls of modern dating advice, and the skewed expectations shaped by social media, dating apps, and pornography.
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