

533 - How to be Dateable with Julie Krafchick & Yue Xu
12 snips Jun 10, 2025
Julie Krafchick and Yue Xu, active daters turned influential voices in modern romance, offer insights from their book, How To Be Dateable. They dissect traditional dating advice, emphasizing the importance of meaningful connections over quantity. Listeners learn about innovative first dates that blend everyday life with potential partners, the pitfalls of dating app culture, and the complexities of navigating modern relationships. They also explore personal dating archetypes and the necessity of adaptability in the ever-evolving dating landscape.
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The Sock Dealbreaker
- Yue Xu got "the ick" over a partner wearing black socks with white sneakers on a second date and ended it abruptly.
- This shows how small details and authenticity impact attraction and readiness for deeper connection.
Limit Number of Dating Partners
- Balance dating multiple people by considering your emotional and time capacity to be fully present with each.
- More than three active romantic connections often becomes difficult to manage effectively.
Choose Dates You Enjoy
- Lead with what you enjoy on dates rather than generic advice or scientific studies.
- Choose activities that reflect your authentic interests to better evaluate compatibility and connection.