This episode discusses the role of stigmas in modern dating, empowering individuals to challenge societal assumptions. It also explores labels and stigmas in the world of later-dating, emphasizing the importance of releasing these stigmas and providing a preview of an upcoming series on later-dater parents.

Explore the concept of shaping your heart instead of focusing on relationship history when dating later in life. Discover the journey of the heart through experiences and relationships, challenging conventional notions. Discuss the false assumptions of evaluating others based on external metrics and propose the heart timeline for meaningful connections.

Explore the significance of crushes in the modern dating landscape and how they challenge societal norms. Reflect on the intimacy and nostalgia of childhood crushes and the unpredictable nature of crushes compared to modern dating apps. Delve into the development and evolution of crushes in relationships, highlighting their unique nature and powerful emotions.

Discover the key traits of successful Later Daters, including horizon thinking and nurturing relationships. Explore the importance of relaxed energy, improved communication, personal stories, and genuine interactions. Learn about shaping your dating story and having supportive friends.

Learn alternative ways to meet women without using dating apps by making the most out of everyday moments, increasing interactions, and starting conversations based on shared interests. The host shares specific suggestions on how to have more ordinary everyday moments with potential romantic partners and discusses strategies for meeting women in organic environments.

Explore the concept of being open-minded in dating, including expanding profile parameters and going on multiple dates. Discover the power of wonderment in reconsidering criteria for dating and embracing deeper connections. Learn how being open-minded can enhance the later dating experience and navigate the complexities of attraction in a profit-driven dating world.

The podcast explores the misconception that the length of a relationship determines its depth and meaning. It discusses how society's perception of relationship length affects their actual strength and value. The importance of valuing meaningful experiences regardless of their duration is emphasized. It also highlights the significance of prioritizing personal growth and experiences in dating and encourages a more open mindset towards dating.

The podcast explores the influence of dating apps on self-perception, the importance of self-improvement in dating, and rethinking numbers when dating later in life.

In this episode, the host addresses concerns about repeating past patterns in dating. They discuss the importance of future-focused questions and provide examples for successful dating. The significance of asking future-focused questions to create new opportunities and let go of the idea of repeating the past is also explored.

Why you should listen to this episode:  In this 2nd part on heartbreak and heartache, Lakshmi goes into one of the easy-to-overlook benefits when you're moving through hurt and disappointment. Our culture talks more about heartbreak and heartache as things we must "get over" rather than things we might "get into." This refreshing perspective might have you thinking and feeling differently about how you want to use this period. Who's a Later Dater? Anyone who feels they are dating later in life, or feels like they are just getting their head wrapped around how they want to date in today's world. Dating later in life has changed. And Later Daters often have the know-how and connection skills from pre-dating app days. Learn more at www.thelaterdatertoday.com. Book a free Discovery Call: www.thelaterdatertoday.com/discovery-call Lakshmi was named among the "Best Guests of 2023" on tech and culture podcast PIVOT with Kara Swisher & Scott Galloway. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/best-friends-of-pivot/id1073226719?i=1000639439067 Help keep the The Later Dater Today podcast ad-free.https://www.buymeacoffee.com/later_Lakshmi The Later Dater Today is a podcast all about dating Later In Life but mostly the 45-59 window. This overlooked and often misunderstood part of the dating timeline is both under-discussed and wildly undervalued. Host, Lakshmi Rengarajan has been trying to bring both innovation as well as an analog approach to how we date today for the past 15 years.  Episodes every Friday and follow us on Instagram for bite size servings of ideas from the podcast. Follow us there: https://www.instagram.com/the_later_dater_todayAnd be sure to visit us at the The Later Dater Today.com , sign up for our email list and please send us your questions!