300 Episodes of Why Won't You Date Me (w/ Sasheer Zamata)
Aug 18, 2023
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Nicole Byer celebrates episode 300 with her best friend, Sasheer Zamata. They discuss Nicole's dating life, favorite dates, best dating advice, and new favorite sex toys. They also answer listener questions about cheating, dating someone with a bad social media persona, and Tinx's Box Theory.
Open communication and setting boundaries can improve the quality of time spent together in relationships affected by social media habits.
Expressing concerns about a partner's social media presence and discussing its impact on your perception is necessary for maintaining a healthy relationship.
Finding a middle ground through open dialogue and compromise can help navigate social media habits within a relationship.
Deep dives
Dealing with a Partner's Excessive Social Media Presence
If you find that your partner's social media habits are a huge turnoff, it's important to address this concern with open communication. Talk to your partner about your feelings and suggest setting boundaries during your quality time together, such as putting phones aside or having designated phone-free moments. While you can't control what they do when you're not around, discussing your preferences and finding a compromise can help create a more enjoyable and present experience when you're together.
Navigating Differences in Online Persona and In-Person Connection
It's not uncommon to find someone who is wonderful in person, but their online persona may not align with your preferences. In such cases, open and honest communication is key. Express your concerns about their social media presence and discuss how it affects your perception of them. It's possible that they may not be aware of the impact their online behavior has on you. Together, you can explore ways to find a balance between their social media activities and your connection in person.
Addressing Social Media Habits as a Couple
Finding a middle ground when it comes to social media habits can be achieved through open dialogue as a couple. Both partners should express their needs and boundaries, and work together to find compromises that allow for quality time without excessive social media use. It's important to recognize that people's online behaviors may evolve or change over time, so it's possible that your partner's habits could adjust with ongoing communication and mutual understanding.
Therapy for Personal Growth
Therapy is a valuable tool that can help individuals in various aspects of their lives, such as career changes or relationship difficulties. It provides convenient online access to licensed therapists, allowing for flexibility and personalized scheduling. Finding the right therapist may require some trial and error, but investing in one's mental health is essential.
The Importance of Self-Reflection in Relationships
A key insight in love and relationships is the importance of self-reflection. Recognizing that personal issues can affect the dynamics with another person is crucial. Instead of solely blaming the other person, taking a step back and analyzing one's own behavior and emotions can lead to greater understanding and improvement. It is essential to be authentic and true to oneself, as hiding aspects of one's personality can be detrimental to a relationship.
It's episode 300! But how is Nicole STILL SINGLE? On this milestone occasion, she's joined by her best friend Sasheer Zamata (co-host of Best Friends) to get to the bottom of it. In this special retrospective, they explore:
How Nicole's dating life has evolved with the podcast
The highs and lows of her love life
Their favorite dates they've been on
The best dating advice they've received
Their new favorite sex toys they've been using
And they answer your questions about whether you should call out cheating in other people's relationships, dating someone with a bad social media persona, and their thoughts on Tinx's Box Theory.
We're back in the studio, and folks, the energy is unhinged. You don't want to miss this one.
Be sure to check out Sasheer's new special, THE FIRST WOMAN, available at 800 Pound Gorilla.