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If You Want To Have An AMAZING FIRST DATE, Listen to This | Evy Poumpouras

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Nov 16, 2025
Evy Poumpouras, a former Secret Service agent and behavior expert, shares her wisdom for crafting unforgettable first dates. She advises leaving past traumas behind to build genuine connections. Evy emphasizes the importance of conditional trust and safeguarding oneself emotionally while dating. She reveals three key questions to invite storytelling and values, encouraging a healthy flow in conversation. With charm and practicality, Evy demonstrates how to let your date lead, making every moment engaging and memorable.
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ADVICE

Don't Project Past Trauma On Dates

  • Don't take your past trauma out on an innocent new person when dating.
  • Hold back full trust and allow connection to form without projecting previous hurt.
INSIGHT

Default Trust Is A Vulnerability

  • People naturally tend to trust others, so be aware of that default.
  • Use reserved, conditional trust to protect yourself while you evaluate someone.
ADVICE

Practice Conditional Trust First

  • Give conditional trust early in a new relationship instead of unconditional trust.
  • Treat new connections like a cautious buyer deals with a salesperson until trust is earned.
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