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  • Episode 26 - Mastering Body Language for Confident Dating

    Would you like to feel more confident in approaching women and create more opportunities for conversations with women?

    I have created a FREE Dating Confidence Kickstart Guide to help you to get started with becoming your most confident self and create more opportunities to meet women.

    Connect with me on LinkedIn and message "Dating confidence guide" and I will send it you. https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarikovanendatingcoach/


    Would you like more support with dating and becoming more confident?

    Book a FREE consultation and we can talk about how dating coaching could help you. https://calendly.com/drmaricoaching/20minloveconnectioncall


    In this video, Dr. Mari Kovanen, a registered psychologist and dating coach, guides men on how to enhance their confidence in dating by improving their body language. She discusses five key aspects: posture, eye contact, smiling, personal space, and tone of voice. Dr. Marie also highlights common body language mistakes and provides practical tips for better communication. At the end, she shares a specific technique to help men feel more present and confident when talking to women. Subscribe for more insightful videos in this series.

     

    00:00 Introduction to Confident Communication

    00:32 Understanding Body Language

    01:38 Mastering Posture

    03:33 The Power of Eye Contact

    05:09 The Importance of Smiling

    06:21 Respecting Personal Space

    07:53 Using Your Voice Effectively

    08:49 Final Tips for Presence

    10:00 Conclusion and Next Steps


    YouTube channel In this video, Dr. Mari Kovanen, a registered psychologist and dating coach, guides men on how to enhance their confidence in dating by improving their body language. She discusses five key aspects: posture, eye contact, smiling, personal space, and tone of voice. Dr. Marie also highlights common body language mistakes and provides practical tips for better communication. At the end, she shares a specific technique to help men feel more present and confident when talking to women. Subscribe for more insightful videos in this series.

     

    00:00 Introduction to Confident Communication

    00:32 Understanding Body Language

    01:38 Mastering Posture

    03:33 The Power of Eye Contact

    05:09 The Importance of Smiling

    06:21 Respecting Personal Space

    07:53 Using Your Voice Effectively

    08:49 Final Tips for Presence

    10:00 Conclusion and Next Steps


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    12 min
  • Episode 25 - Men's lives are hard, is feminism to blame

    Would you like to feel more confident in approaching women and create more opportunities for conversations with women?

    I have created a FREE Dating Confidence Kickstart Guide to help you to get started with becoming your most confident self and create more opportunities to meet women.

    Connect with me on LinkedIn and message "Dating confidence guide" and I will send it you. https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarikovanendatingcoach/


    Would you like more support with dating and becoming more confident?

    Book a FREE consultation and we can talk about how dating coaching could help you. https://calendly.com/drmaricoaching/20minloveconnectioncall


    In this podcast, Dr. Mari Kovanen, a registered psychologist and dating coach, discusses the 'Six Sixes' criteria many women supposedly impose when dating men, including a six-figure salary, being over six feet tall, having a 600 horsepower car, six-pack abs, six inches below the belt, and six months out of a relationship. 


    She elaborates on the reality behind these criteria and offers practical advice on how men can become more attractive by focusing on emotional safety, personal style, and building genuine connections. 


    Dr. Mari provides insight into societal expectations and encourages viewers to meet women in various real-world settings, emphasizing holistic development over superficial traits. 


    Subscribe for weekly advice and a confidence-building guide to improve your love life.


    Time stamps

    00:00 Introduction: The Myth of the Six Sixes

    00:39 Understanding the Six Figure Salary Expectation

    02:30 The Height Factor: Why Women Prefer Tall Men

    04:22 The Car and Six Pack Abs: Do They Really Matter?

    08:44 The Truth About Physical Intimacy and Relationship History

    10:00 Final Thoughts and Building Confidence





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    16 min
  • Episode 24 - 'Six Sixes' Myth: What Women Really Want

    Would you like to feel more confident in approaching women and create more opportunities for conversations with women?

    I have created a FREE Dating Confidence Kickstart Guide to help you to get started with becoming your most confident self and create more opportunities to meet women.

    Connect with me on LinkedIn and message "Dating confidence guide" and I will send it you. https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarikovanendatingcoach/


    Would you like more support with dating and becoming more confident?

    Book a FREE consultation and we can talk about how dating coaching could help you. https://calendly.com/drmaricoaching/20minloveconnectioncall


    In this video, Dr. Mari Kovanen, a registered psychologist and dating coach, discusses the 'Six Sixes' criteria many women supposedly impose when dating men, including a six-figure salary, being over six feet tall, having a 600 horsepower car, six-pack abs, six inches below the belt, and six months out of a relationship.


    She elaborates on the reality behind these criteria and offers practical advice on how men can become more attractive by focusing on emotional safety, personal style, and building genuine connections.


    Dr. Mari provides insight into societal expectations and encourages viewers to meet women in various real-world settings, emphasizing holistic development over superficial traits.


    Subscribe for weekly advice and a confidence-building guide to improve your love life.


    Time Stamps:

    00:00 Introduction: The Myth of the Six Sixes

    00:39 Understanding the Six-Figure Salary Expectation

    02:30 The Height Factor: Why Women Prefer Tall Men

    04:22 The Car and Six Pack Abs: Do They Really Matter?

    08:44 The Truth About Physical Intimacy and Relationship History

    10:00 Final Thoughts and Building Confidence


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    12 min
  • Episode 23 - Do women only want top 1% of men?

    Would you like to feel more confident in approaching women and create more opportunities for conversations with women?

    I have created a FREE Dating Confidence Kickstart Guide to help you to get started with becoming your most confident self and create more opportunities to meet women.

    Connect with me on LinkedIn and message "Dating confidence guide" and I will send it you. https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarikovanendatingcoach/


    Would you like more support with dating and becoming more confident?

    Book a FREE consultation and we can talk about how dating coaching could help you. https://calendly.com/drmaricoaching/20minloveconnectioncall


    In this video I talk about overcoming approach anxiety, particularly in the context of initiating conversations with women.


     It addresses the common fears and misconceptions that contribute to approach anxiety, viewing it as a form of social anxiety linked to inexperience, low self-esteem, and past negative experiences. 


    The video critiques traditional pickup strategies and emphasizes the importance of building a healthy self-esteem and genuine connections as the foundation for approaching women. The approach includes understanding personal history, overcoming mental blocks through EMDR-informed coaching, and practicing graded exposure to social situations. The ultimate goal is to enable viewers to confidently and respectfully approach women, thereby transforming not only their love lives but their overall confidence and social interactions.


    Time stamps:

    00:00 Introduction to Overcoming Approach Anxiety

    01:20 Understanding Approach Anxiety

    03:32 The Purpose and Function of Approach Anxiety

    04:32 Traditional and Unhealthy Approaches to Dating

    07:06 A Healthier Approach to Building Relationships

    09:47 Practical Steps to Overcome Approach Anxiety

    11:53 The Importance of Taking Action and Final Thoughts


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    14 min
  • Episode 22 - How to overcome approach anxiety

    Would you like to feel more confident in approaching women and create more opportunities for conversations with women?

    I have created a FREE Dating Confidence Kickstart Guide to help you to get started with becoming your most confident self and create more opportunities to meet women.

    Connect with me on LinkedIn and message "Dating confidence guide" and I will send it you. https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarikovanendatingcoach/


    Would you like more support with dating and becoming more confident?

    Book a FREE consultation and we can talk about how dating coaching could help you. https://calendly.com/drmaricoaching/20minloveconnectioncall


    In this video I talk about overcoming approach anxiety, particularly in the context of initiating conversations with women.


     It addresses the common fears and misconceptions that contribute to approach anxiety, viewing it as a form of social anxiety linked to inexperience, low self-esteem, and past negative experiences. 


    The video critiques traditional pickup strategies and emphasizes the importance of building a healthy self-esteem and genuine connections as the foundation for approaching women. The approach includes understanding personal history, overcoming mental blocks through EMDR-informed coaching, and practicing graded exposure to social situations. The ultimate goal is to enable viewers to confidently and respectfully approach women, thereby transforming not only their love lives but their overall confidence and social interactions.


    00:00 Introduction to Overcoming Approach Anxiety

    01:20 Understanding Approach Anxiety

    03:32 The Purpose and Function of Approach Anxiety

    04:32 Traditional and Unhealthy Approaches to Dating

    07:06 A Healthier Approach to Building Relationships

    09:47 Practical Steps to Overcome Approach Anxiety

    11:53 The Importance of Taking Action and Final Thoughts


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    14 min
  • Episode 21 - Understanding dating behaviours through the lense of attachment adaptations

    Would you like to feel more confident in approaching women and create more opportunities for conversations with women?

    I have created a FREE Dating Confidence Kickstart Guide to help you to get started with becoming your most confident self and create more opportunities to meet women.

    Connect with me on LinkedIn and message "Dating confidence guide" and I will send it you. https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarikovanendatingcoach/


    Would you like more support with dating and becoming more confident?

    Book a FREE consultation and we can talk about how dating coaching could help you. https://calendly.com/drmaricoaching/20minloveconnectioncall


    In this video, Dr. Mari Kovanen, a registered psychologist, relationship therapist, and dating coach with over 15 years of experience, discusses the importance of understanding oneself and attachment styles to improve confidence in dating. She emphasizes the role of attachment adaptations formed in childhood and how they impact adult relationships.


    Dr. Mari categorizes attachment styles into secure, insecure-avoidant, insecure-ambivalent, and fearful, explaining their origins and effects on relationship dynamics. The video aims to help single men become more confident in dating by understanding their own attachment style, recognizing potential partners' behaviors, and providing tips for building healthy relationships.


    Time stamps

    00:00 Introduction to Dating Confidence for Men in Their Thirties

    00:40 Meet Dr. Mari: Your Guide to Relationship Success

    01:21 Understanding Attachment Styles in Dating

    03:10 Exploring Secure Attachment and Its Impact

    06:23 Navigating Insecure Avoidant Attachment in Relationships

    12:48 Dealing with Insecure Ambivalent/Anxious Attachment

    17:27 Addressing Fearful Attachment and Its Challenges

    22:51 Concluding Thoughts and Next Steps


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    24 min
  • Episode 20 - Building Confidence in Dating: What Not to Do

    Would you like to feel more confident in approaching women and create more opportunities for conversations with women?

    I have created a FREE Dating Confidence Kickstart Guide to help you to get started with becoming your most confident self and create more opportunities to meet women.

    Connect with me on LinkedIn and message "Dating confidence guide" and I will send it you. https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarikovanendatingcoach/


    Would you like more support with dating and becoming more confident?

    Book a FREE consultation and we can talk about how dating coaching could help you. https://calendly.com/drmaricoaching/20minloveconnectioncall


    In this video, Dr. Mari Kovanen, a registered psychologist, relationship therapist, and dating coach for men, discusses the importance of confidence in dating and building relationships. She outlines four crucial mistakes men often make while dating, which can jeopardize their chances of finding and maintaining a meaningful relationship.


     Dr. Mari shares personal anecdotes and experiences from her professional work to illustrate how being overly aggressive, being too sexual too early, not respecting women's boundaries, and failing to make a woman feel safe can be detrimental to forming lasting connections. 


    She emphasizes the significance of understanding and respecting women's needs and boundaries as the foundation for a healthy relationship. 


    The video is aimed at helping men become more confident in dating and navigate the dating landscape more successfully.


    Time stamps:

    00:00 Introduction: Navigating the Dating World

    00:36 Meet Dr. Mari: Your Guide to Confident Dating

    00:57 The Four Dating No-Nos

    02:14 No-No #1: Overwhelming Your Date

    06:14 No-No #2: Being Too Sexual Too Soon

    08:07 No-No #3: Not Respecting Women's Boundaries

    09:46 Conclusion: Seeking Safety and Respect in Relationships

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    11 min
  • Episode 19 - Embracing Introversion: How Introverted Men Can Succeed in Love

    Would you like to feel more confident in approaching women and create more opportunities for conversations with women?

    I have created a FREE Dating Confidence Kickstart Guide to help you to get started with becoming your most confident self and create more opportunities to meet women.

    Connect with me on LinkedIn and message "Dating confidence guide" and I will send it you. https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarikovanendatingcoach/


    Would you like more support with dating and becoming more confident?

    Book a FREE consultation and we can talk about how dating coaching could help you. https://calendly.com/drmaricoaching/20minloveconnectioncall


    Dr. Mari Kovanen, a registered psychologist, relationship therapist, and dating coach, explores the qualities that make introverted men excellent husbands and partners. 


    She addresses misconceptions about introversion and social anxiety, highlighting the strengths introverted men bring to a relationship, such as dedication, calmness, and the ability to create a harmonious home environment. 


    Dr. Mari encourages introverted men to embrace their qualities and offers advice on building dating confidence. 


    The video includes an invitation to download a confidence-building guide and encourages self-love as a foundation for attracting a partner.


    Time stamps:

    00:00 Intro to Introverted Men: Embracing Solitude in Dating

    00:48 Meet Dr. Marie: Your Guide to Confident Dating

    01:39 The Power of Introversion: Why Introverted Men Make Great Partners

    03:33 Understanding Introversion vs. Social Anxiety

    06:34 The Unique Qualities Introverted Men Bring to Relationships

    10:53 Creating Harmony: The Introverted Man in a Relationship

    11:40 Conclusion: Embrace Your Introverted Qualities

    12:04 Boost Your Dating Confidence: A Final Note from Dr. Marie

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    13 min
  • Episode 18 - Should I stay friends with my ex-girlfriend?

    Would you like to feel more confident in approaching women and create more opportunities for conversations with women?

    I have created a FREE Dating Confidence Kickstart Guide to help you to get started with becoming your most confident self and create more opportunities to meet women.

    Connect with me on LinkedIn and message "Dating confidence guide" and I will send it you. https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarikovanendatingcoach/


    Would you like more support with dating and becoming more confident?

    Book a FREE consultation and we can talk about how dating coaching could help you.


    In this video, Dr. Mari Kovanen, a registered psychologist, relationship therapist, and men's dating coach, discusses the complex question of whether staying friends with an ex-partner is beneficial.


    She emphasizes the importance of identifying one's goals and intentions for remaining in contact with an ex.


    If the goal is to move on and find a more compatible partner, maintaining a friendship might hinder personal growth, healing, and the ability to find true love.


    However, if there's a mutual desire to rekindle the relationship, staying friends could be feasible.


    Dr. Mari advises against staying in touch if it only serves to prolong the healing process or if it's unrequited.


    Time stamps:

    00:00 Introduction: Should You Stay Friends With Your Ex?

    00:18 Meet Dr. Mari: Your Guide to Relationship Therapy

    00:33 Exploring the Core Question: To Be Friends or Not?

    00:36 Understanding Your Goals and Moving Forward

    01:20 The Impact of Staying Friends on Future Relationships

    02:26 Why It's Not a Good Idea to Remain Friends With Exes

    02:34 Special Considerations: Exes with Children

    03:02 Final Advice and Resources for Confidence in Dating

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    4 min
  • Episode 17 - Healing from dating burnout

    Would you like to feel more confident in approaching women and create more opportunities for conversations with women?

    I have created a FREE Dating Confidence Kickstart Guide to help you to get started with becoming your most confident self and create more opportunities to meet women.

    Connect with me on LinkedIn and message "Dating confidence guide" and I will send it you. https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarikovanendatingcoach/


    Would you like more support with dating and becoming more confident?

    Book a FREE consultation and we can talk about how dating coaching could help you.


    https://calendly.com/drmaricoaching/20minloveconnectioncall


    Dr. Mari Kovanen, a registered psychologist and conscious dating coach, addresses the issue of dating burnout and the cynicism it can foster towards relationships. She explains that negative feelings about dating often stem from past relationship pain or challenges in finding romantic success.


    Mari offers three key strategies for healing: understanding the source of one's pain, reflecting on one's dating experiences and the type of people they attract, and the importance of self-love and compassion.


    She emphasizes the role of professional help in navigating these issues and improving one's dating and relationship skills.


    The video aims to guide viewers towards building confidence, setting healthy boundaries, and attracting the right kind of relationships.


    Time stamps:

    00:00 Introduction to Healing from Dating Burnout

    01:45 Understanding the Pain Behind Dating Burnout

    02:48 Steps to Overcome Dating Burnout

    06:05 The Importance of Self-Love in Healing

    08:11 Conclusion and Resources for Further Help

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    9 min

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