Welcome to Part 1 of a three-part series Best Dating Advice for Women 40+ where I’m breaking down how to meet high-quality guys and avoid the ones who aren’t worth your time. But before we jump into strategies, we have to start with the most important thing—your mindset.

Dating isn’t just about signing up for an app and hoping for the best. It’s about preparing yourself mentally, emotionally, and spiritually so that you attract the right kind of partner and avoid burnout. In this episode, I’m diving into expectations—what they are, how they shape our experiences, and how to make sure yours are serving you rather than sabotaging your love life.

What we cover in this episode:

• The common pitfalls of dating after 40 and how to avoid them
• Why unexamined expectations are one of the biggest sources of frustration in dating
• How to distinguish between expectations and intentions (and why that matters!)
• Powerful journal prompts to help you uncover your own expectations
• The difference between hope, want, and desire—and why understanding this is key to attracting the right partner
• Real-life examples of problematic versus helpful expectations in dating
• How to shift your mindset so you’re making empowered choices instead of settling

When you understand your expectations and align them with what you truly desire, you take back your power in dating. The goal isn’t to control who shows up but to set yourself up for success by being clear about what you want and what you’re willing to put into the process.

This is just the beginning! In the next episode, we’ll dive deeper into setting strong intentions that will transform your dating experience. Stay tuned!

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