

S15 Ep255: How fast is too fast? Stages of Dating and Redefining SUCCESS
4 snips Jan 29, 2025
The hosts dive into the stages of dating, exploring how societal changes have shaped modern relationships. They discuss the pressures of navigating dating dynamics within the church and the difference between genuine love and mere excitement. Emphasizing intentionality, they argue for meaningful connections over superficial successes. The conversation encourages listeners to embrace personal growth and emotional connections, redefining what success in dating truly means. Conflict resolution and understanding a partner's character through challenges are also highlighted.
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Dating Origins
- Dating originated because women lacked financial independence to go out.
- Men would pay, creating an expectation of reciprocation.
Dating is Weird
- The definition of "dating" varies widely based on individual experiences and cultural influences.
- This creates confusion and mismatched expectations in the dating process.
Godly Dating Example 1
- One example of "godly" dating involves fantasizing about a potential partner before even going on a date.
- This can lead to heartbreak and unhealthy pressure if the feelings aren't reciprocated.