In this episode, I break down the risks of dating in a shallow dating pool—where you primarily connect with men you already know through friends, work, school, or your kids’ activities. I explain why this can feel convenient and safe (pre-vetting, familiarity, reputation), but also how it keeps many women stuck: more people in your business, higher potential for ex drama, tougher breakups due to community overlap, limited options, and ultimately more of the same unsatisfactory results.

I share a clear path forward: intentionally expand your pool by meeting strangers in new places and spaces—networking events, hobbies, meetups, local groups, and venues outside your usual circles. If you’re not content with your current dating prospects, it’s time to deepen the pool and invite variety so you can create different (and better) outcomes.

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Ep. 24: Cesspools or Infinity Pools: Which Are You Swimming In?
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tracie-pinnock3/episodes/Ep--24-Cesspools-or-Infinity-Pools-Which-Are-You-Swimming-In-e28o75p

MINISODE: Here For A Good Time Not A Long Time- No-Pressure Dating
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tracie-pinnock3/episodes/MINISODE-Here-For-A-Good-Time-Not-A-Long-Time--No-Pressure-Dating-e29sm1i

Ep. 26: Lower Your First Date Standards
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tracie-pinnock3/episodes/Ep--26-Lower-Your-First-Date-Standards-e2a3j5o

Ep. 30: The 5 Tenets of Dating Better
https://serve.podhome.fm/episodepage/the-bitter-to-better/30