Dates & Mates with Damona Hoffman

Written by: Damona Hoffman - Dates and Mates Media
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  • From navigating dating apps to overcoming the friendzone to seeking a soulmate, this ain’t your momma’s love advice! Hosted by the Official Love Expert of The Drew Barrymore Show and LA Times advice columnist, Damona Hoffman, Dates & Mates is jam-packed with interviews from your favorites celebs, authors, and experts. Dates & Mates is the 2022 Winner of The Best Podcast of the Year at The Black Podcasting Awards, #1 ranked love and relationship podcast by Cosmopolitan Magazine and a Top 10 Pick by HuffPost in the love category.
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  • How To Be Dateable & Rarely Into Anyone

    How To Be Dateable & Rarely Into Anyone
    Jan 28 2025
    Julie Krafchick and Yue Xu, hosts of the Dateable Podcast, share the knowledge and insights from their brand-new book, “How To Be Dateable: The Essential Guide to Finding Your Person and Falling in Love.” Whether you're stuck in the dating rut or just looking for that spark of clarity, they’ve got the tools to help you date smarter and connect deeper. Then our Dear Damona question this week is: Now that I’ve stopped chasing unavailable men, I can’t seem to find anyone that I am attracted to. What do I do? Go to HowToBeDateable.com to grab a copy of “How To Be Dateable: The Essential Guide to Finding Your Person and Falling in Love.” And you can follow Yue and Julie on Instagram @DateablePodcast l LAST CALL to JOIN US LIVE - if you want more tools, support, and community, spend the entire day with Damona and her team while you heal your heart and renew your faith in romance at our one-day-only F the Fairy Tale Virtual Retreat. This live online event is ALMOST SOLD OUT so grab your ticket before it’s gone at DamonaHoffman.com/Retreat Submit your questions for Dear Damona on any of the socials @DamonaHoffman or by visiting DamonaHoffman.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • When You Get Dumped & Matches on Mute

    When You Get Dumped & Matches on Mute
    Jan 21 2025
    “What To Do When You Get Dumped” author-illustrator, mother-daughter duo, Suzy Hopkins and Hallie Bateman take on heartbreak in a refreshing way in their new graphic novel. Discover tips on healing from a breakup, moving on, and leaning into love again. Plus, we have this week’s Dear Damona question: Why do my Hinge matches like my profile but then never write to me? Grab your copy of Suzy and Hallie’s graphic novel, “What To Do When You Get Dumped” by visiting: https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/what-to-do-when-you-get-dumped-9781639731893/ Let’s get real! Dating feels harder than it should be right now leaving many feeling emotionally drained. That’s why Damona is hosting a special open call: Dealing with Dating Burnout TOMORROW Wednesday, January 22nd at 4p.m. PST / 7p.m. EST. Learn quick tools to protect your energy while staying open to connection, how to recognize if your dating patterns are draining you, and simple shifts to make dating feel more aligned with your values. Visit DamonaHoffman.com/DatingBurnout And if you want more tools, support, and community, spend the entire day with Damona and her team while you heal your heart and renew your faith in romance at our one-day-only F the Fairy Tale Virtual Retreat. This live online event is almost SOLD OUT so grab your ticket before it’s gone at DamonaHoffman.com/Retreat Submit your questions for Dear Damona on any of the socials @DamonaHoffman or by visiting DamonaHoffman.com TIMESTAMPS Introduction to Breakups (00:00:00) Divorce Month (00:01:06) The Inspiration for the Book (00:03:30) The Role of Tarot (00:04:51) Navigating Trauma (00:05:53) The Healing Process (00:08:25) Collaborative Writing Process (00:10:16) Depth of the Story (00:12:38) Advice and Wisdom (00:15:53) Encouragement in Writing (00:16:37) Daily Meditations (00:17:52) Writing Through Pain (00:18:50) Forgiveness vs. Moving Forward (00:20:27) Finding Peace (00:22:50) Behold the Badger (00:23:10) Reclaiming Spaces (00:28:14) Rewriting Memories (00:30:06) Making a "What Was True" List (00:32:28) The list of issues (00:34:07) Personal truths in healing (00:35:47) Rewriting the script (00:37:21) Counseling for recovery (00:38:50) Grief and awakening (00:39:30) Rediscovering desire (00:41:17) Unpopular opinions on dating apps (00:43:06) The value of being single (00:44:26) Closing thoughts and book promotion (00:46:40) Dating Apps and Burnout (00:50:56) Understanding Dating Mechanisms (00:52:20) Perception of Dating Experiences (00:53:32) Introducing the Fairy Tale Online Retreat (00:56:08) Upcoming Episode Teaser (00:57:21) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Getting It Right This Time & Paying For Premium

    Getting It Right This Time & Paying For Premium
    Jan 14 2025
    Orna & Matthew Walters, founders of Love On Purpose, share the knowledge and insights from their new book, “Getting It Right This Time: Break Free From Your Hidden Blocks To Finding Lasting Love”. You’ll learn how you might be standing in your own way when it comes to love and what you can do to get yourself back on track. And our Dear Damona question this week is: I want to pay for Premium on one app? Should I choose Tinder, Bumble, or OKCupid? Grab a copy of “Getting It Right This Time: Break Free From Your Hidden Blocks To Finding Lasting Love” by visiting: https://www.loveonpurpose.com/getting-it-right-this-time/ Craving another soothing meditation, transformational tools, and a sense of community? For the first time ever, Damona is offering a one-day virtual retreat on February 1st. Enrollment is NOW OPEN for The Fairy Tale Therapy Online Retreat but spaces are limited. Get your ticket now at DamonaHoffman.com/retreat Submit your questions for Dear Damona on any of the socials @DamonaHoffman or by visiting DamonaHoffman.com TIMESTAMPS Introduction to the Episode (00:00:00) Guests Introduction (00:00:56) Background of the Guests (00:02:10) Discussion on Title Choice (00:03:22) Challenges in Dating (00:03:41) Dating in the Modern Era (00:04:25) Myth of Effortless Love (00:05:03) Conflict in Relationships (00:06:54) Understanding Triggers (00:09:25) Authenticity in Communication (00:11:56) Patterns in Relationships (00:12:33) Brain Science of Attraction (00:14:13) Personal Experiences with Love (00:15:17) The Impact of Past Trauma (00:15:50) Contrasting Upbringings (00:16:13) Subconscious Patterns in Relationships (00:17:23) Understanding Love Imprint (00:18:36) Evaluating Relationship Needs (00:20:01) Misinterpreting Feelings (00:20:56) Commitment Before Understanding (00:21:56) The Danger of Rushing Relationships (00:22:41) Tools for Self-Discovery (00:23:54) Visceral Responses to Love Imprints (00:25:15) Meaning in Past Experiences (00:26:10) Chemistry vs. Love Imprint (00:28:21) The Complexity of Love Imprints (00:29:16) Broadening Relationship Perspectives (00:30:34) Understanding Casual Alcoholism (00:31:16) Realizing Personal Responsibility (00:31:36) The Love Imprint Concept (00:32:30) Navigating Relationship Myths (00:33:36) Recognizing Relationship Intentions (00:34:39) The Fantasy of Being Chosen (00:35:36) Growth Through Relationships (00:37:11) Using Dating Apps Effectively (00:38:07) The Reality of Dating (00:39:36) The Importance of Clarity in Relationships (00:42:37) Manifestation in Relationships (00:45:40) Love Imprints and Relationship Dynamics (00:46:25) Self-Discovery in Relationships (00:47:56) Unpopular Opinions on Dating (00:48:28) Deal Breakers in Relationships (00:49:52) Optimizing Dating Profiles (00:55:00) Choosing the Right Dating App (00:59:33) Fairy Tale Therapy Retreat (01:00:44) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 7 mins

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