Today, I'm excited to welcome back Jake Voss , a returning guest from EP#76: Men: Decoding the Dating Mystery with Jake Voss is a divorced father of two, working in the education space, and a men's fashion consultant.

Since we last spoke, he's found his life partner Liza, and since we recorded this podcast they've now married!

Feeling Grounded in Partnership [00:02:19]

Jennifer and Jake discuss their personal experiences and offer advice on feeling grounded in a partnership.

Rediscovering Myself [00:05:45]

Jake talks about how he rediscovered himself and reconnected with his partner, leading to a grounded and fulfilling relationship.

Taking the First Step [00:09:08]

Jake emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and readiness before taking the first step towards finding a life partner.

Reflecting on your readiness for a committed relationship [00:10:31]

Discussing the importance of being accountable and ready for a committed relationship before expecting the same from a potential partner.

Being who you want to attract [00:11:42]

Emphasizing the need to be honest about what you want and to align your actions with the type of partnership you desire.

Reflecting on the type of people you attract [00:12:48]

Examining patterns in the kind of partners one attracts and reflecting on the reasons behind these patterns.

The importance of honest communication [00:20:17]

Early on in a relationship, it is important to communicate your desires and the direction you are heading. Keep checking in and be mindful that as you get to know each other, what you say about yourself may change.

Keeping people around and being open-minded [00:21:56]

Instead of quickly moving on from potential partners, be open to the possibility that the person who can be an amazing life partner may not fit the "perfect" physical attributes. Learn to dig in and give people a chance.

Teachability and growth in relationships [00:27:50]

People can learn and grow in relationships. Instead of seeking someone who already fits a specific mold, be open to teaching and learning together. Communicate your desires early and revisit them multiple times.

Sharing desires and kinks [00:30:27]

The importance of openly communicating desires and interests early in a relationship to avoid compromising oneself or the relationship.

Establishing communication practices [00:31:48]

The need to establish safe spaces for open communication and exploration as individuals and as a couple, allowing for growth and evolution in the relationship.

Scheduling fun and exploration [00:33:07]

The significance of scheduling activities and experiences that are new and exciting as a couple to keep the relationship evolving and maintain a sense of curiosity and intimacy.

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