Love, dating and relationships touch every part of our lives, yet so many of us are navigating them without a map. In this episode of Live Wild, relationship coach Frances Kelleher joins Hilary Rose for an honest, insightful and deeply practical conversation about modern dating, loneliness, self-worth and what actually makes relationships last.

Frances shares how early love stories shaped by fairy tales and Hollywood can quietly influence our expectations, why loneliness has become a global health issue, and how confidence, not perfection, is often the missing piece in dating. Together, they unpack common dating myths, red flags, love bombing, boundaries, and the importance of slowing down in a fast-paced, app-driven world. This episode offers reassurance, clarity and real tools for anyone who has ever felt stuck, discouraged or confused when it comes to love.

Key topics we discuss:

• How early love stories and fairy tales shape our expectations of relationships
• The modern loneliness epidemic and why connection matters more than ever
• Confidence, self-worth and why dating can quietly challenge both
• Feeling “behind” in love and the pressure of missed milestones
• Why loneliness can exist even within relationships
• Dating myths, red flags and love bombing in modern dating culture
• Slowing down, boundaries and protecting your nervous system while dating
• Communication, consistency and why actions matter more than words
• What actually makes relationships last, friendship, chemistry and shared values

You can find Frances here: Website | Instagram | Facebook 

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