Episode Title: Dating is Like Shopping—Here’s How to Avoid Buyer’s Remorse
Release Date: February 26, 2025

Hey Love! ❤️
Dating these days can feel like wandering through a store with no price tags. You’re trying things on, but no one’s telling you if it’s on sale, final purchase, or just a display model. And honestly? It’s exhausting not knowing where you stand. Too many people rush through the process, skipping steps, then wonder why things don’t last. So today, we’re slowing it down and breaking it all the way down—because love isn’t something you rush to the checkout with.

In this episode, we’re walking through the Four Stages of Dating and why each one matters. Whether you’re just stepping back into the dating scene or trying to figure out why things keep stalling, this breakdown will help you navigate the process with clarity and intention. Because when you know the steps, you don’t waste time on what’s not for you.

Here’s what we’ll cover:
• Phase 1: "I’m Outside" (Window Shopping) – Exploring what’s out there without committing, making sure you're truly open to love and not just avoiding loneliness.
• Phase 2: Dating (Holding the Item, Feeling It Out) – Testing the waters, being intentional without rushing into exclusivity.
• Phase 3: Courtship (Trying It On, Making a Decision) – The phase where exclusivity comes into play; it's about commitment and alignment before making it official.
• Phase 4: Relationship (The Purchase) – You’re all in. It’s about building something solid and maintaining the love you’ve cultivated.

Key Takeaways:
• Learn why skipping phases leads to confusion and heartbreak.
• Understand how each phase teaches you something essential about yourself and your needs.
• Discover how to move from casual dating to commitment with confidence.
• Identify red and yellow flags that signal when it’s time to pause and reassess.

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