In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, we sit down with the incredible Sandy Weiner, internationally recognized dating coach, TEDx speaker, best-selling author, and host of Last First Date Radio. Sandy shares her journey of rediscovering love at midlife and the empowering lessons she’s learned about dating, self-knowledge, and personal growth. We dive into her holistic approach to dating and relationships, explore the surprising ways midlifers can find lasting love, and discuss what it really takes to build a meaningful relationship at this stage of life. Join us as we uncover the keys to finding—and keeping—a lasting love.

 

Episode Highlights:
[00:00] - Introduction to Sandy Weiner and her inspiring journey to becoming a dating and relationship coach.
[05:25] - The influence of family dynamics on our approach to relationships.
[07:22] - Coaching highlights and witnessing clients grow into fulfilling relationships.
[13:05] - Staying open to unexpected romantic connections, even in unlikely places.
[18:51] - The rise of self-sufficient women at midlife and the choice to remain single unless a partner adds genuine value.
[20:48] - Overcoming the most common dating obstacles and the importance of a growth mindset.
[29:38] - Knowing and respecting your “operating system” in relationships.
[30:49] - Secrets to making love last, from self-improvement to embracing compatibility over chemistry. 

 

Resources:

• Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourlastfirstdate/  
• Website: http://lastfirstdate.com/  
• Last First Date Radio Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/last-first-date-radio/id586220219?mt=2 
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lastfirstdate1/  
• YouTube Last First Date https://youtube.com/@Lastfirstdate  
• Free Gift: Book Bonuses for Love at Last:  https://lastfirstdate.com/love-at-last-book-bonuses-sign-up-page/  https://lastfirstdate.com/loveatlastbonus 

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Pre-order The Cost of Quiet now! Colette’s new book, The Cost of Quiet: How to Have the Hard Conversations that Create Secure, Lasting Love, launches February 3rd. Secure your copy today and get VIP bonuses available only before launch day.