Is your mindset holding you back in dating and relationships? In this episode, Charles and Dan kick off a new series exploring Dating Essentials for Men by Dr. Robert Glover. They dive deep into the impact of core beliefs on dating success, discussing:

✅ The definition and characteristics of “bad daters”
✅ Common self-limiting beliefs that sabotage relationships
✅ How shame influences dating struggles
✅ The role of social confidence in romantic success
✅ Why challenging your beliefs is essential for personal growth

If you’ve ever felt frustrated with your dating life or relationships, this episode will help you identify and break free from limiting mindsets holding you back.

Key Takeaways

🔹 Your core beliefs shape your dating results. If you’re unhappy with your love life, your thinking may be the problem.
🔹 Self-limiting beliefs hold men back. Many men assume women have a "radar" for good partners—this isn’t true.
🔹 Shame plays a major role in dating struggles. Learning to separate guilt from shame can transform your confidence.
🔹 Being social is the key to success. Developing your social skills is more important than focusing solely on attraction.
🔹 Your mindset determines your outcomes. The first step to improving your dating life is being open to change.

Resources Mentioned

📖 Dating Essentials for Men – Dr. Robert Glover
📖 No More Mr. Nice Guy – Dr. Robert Glover
📖 The Man’s Guide to Women – Dr. John Gottman & Julie Schwartz Gottman
📖 How to Be a 3% Man – Corey Wayne
🎥 Brené Brown on Shame and Vulnerability

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Are you buying into the myth that love should just magically work? Forget fairy tales—real, lasting love takes effort, communication, and intention. In this episode, Charles and Dan break down the final chapter of The Man’s Guide to Women and uncover the science-backed secrets to making relationships last.

We dive into:
✅ The essential ingredient for a strong relationship: Trust
✅ Why conflict avoidance is ruining your connection
✅ The biggest myths about love (and how they set you up for failure)
✅ Small, daily habits to affair-proof your relationship
✅ The six-second kiss—does it really work?

🚀 Plus, we explore how relationship science can help men build better, more fulfilling partnerships. Whether you're in a relationship or looking for one, this episode is packed with practical, research-backed strategies to improve intimacy, communication, and connection.


Resources Mentioned in This Episode
📖 The Man’s Guide to Women by John Gottman, Julie Gottman, Doug Abrams, & Rachel Carlton Abrams
📖 Dating Essentials for Men by Robert Glover (our next book review!)
📖 Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg | Atomic Habits by James Clear

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Is your relationship struggling after the arrival of a baby? Do you feel like you've been pushed aside by your partner’s new role as a mother? In this episode, Charles and Dan break down the challenges men face when children enter a romantic relationship—whether you're a new dad, dating a single mom, or just trying to understand how priorities shift in family dynamics.

Drawing insights from The Man’s Guide to Women by Dr. John Gottman, the hosts explore:
✔️ Why it’s normal to feel neglected when a baby arrives
✔️ How a man's role in parenting impacts child development
✔️ The dangers of competing with children for attention
✔️ Why active listening and emotional support are crucial
✔️ Practical strategies to keep romance alive in fatherhood

💡 Whether you're a dad, a stepdad, or dating someone with kids, this episode will help you navigate the shift from partner to parent while maintaining a fulfilling relationship.

Key Takeaways from This Episode
🔹 Understand Biological Shifts: When kids enter the picture, a mother’s priorities naturally change. Recognizing this can prevent resentment.
🔹 Avoid Toxic Competition: Acting out for attention—whether through withdrawal or passive-aggressive behavior—only harms relationships.
🔹 Step Up, Don’t Step Back: Being emotionally and physically present as a father figure leads to better outcomes for kids.
🔹 Keep the Romance Alive: Thoughtful planning and intentional effort can help your partner transition between mom-mode and relationship-mode.
🔹 Communicate Like a Pro: Before venting frustrations to your partner, talk to a trusted friend, therapist, or mentor to refine your thoughts.

Resources Mentioned
📖 The Man’s Guide to Women by Dr. John Gottman
🎥 12 Angry Men (1957) – A surprising lesson on fatherhood
👥 Therapy & Men’s Groups – The importance of external support

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