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Are your dating standards too high, or is the 'single forever' movement onto something? When a friend told Pam she'd end up alone if she didn't lower her standards, it sparked a fascinating debate about modern dating expectations. Should we compromise on our "must-haves" or stay true to our dealbreakers?
Join hosts Tom and Pam as they dive deep into the complexities of dating standards in your 40s and 50s. From height requirements to political alignment, they challenge conventional wisdom about what we should and shouldn't compromise on. Plus, they tackle a listener's dilemma about introducing a new partner to their kids after divorce.
The episode takes an unexpected turn when Pam reveals how her own dating standards have evolved, questioning whether maintaining rigid expectations is actually self-sabotaging. Meanwhile, Tom shares insights about the difference between genuine standards and unrealistic preferences, offering a fresh perspective on finding love later in life.
Things get real when they discuss the growing "single forever" movement and why some people are choosing solitude over settling. The hosts explore whether dating apps are helping or hurting our ability to find meaningful connections, and why so many people are opting out of the dating scene entirely.
Don't miss their compelling advice to a single mom struggling with introducing her boyfriend to her kids after six months of dating. Tom and Pam find themselves on opposite sides of this sensitive issue, offering unique perspectives that will make you question your own assumptions about dating as a parent.
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Are your dating standards too high, or is the 'single forever' movement onto something? When a friend told Pam she'd end up alone if she didn't lower her standards, it sparked a fascinating debate about modern dating expectations. Should we compromise on our "must-haves" or stay true to our dealbreakers?
Join hosts Tom and Pam as they dive deep into the complexities of dating standards in your 40s and 50s. From height requirements to political alignment, they challenge conventional wisdom about what we should and shouldn't compromise on. Plus, they tackle a listener's dilemma about introducing a new partner to their kids after divorce.
The episode takes an unexpected turn when Pam reveals how her own dating standards have evolved, questioning whether maintaining rigid expectations is actually self-sabotaging. Meanwhile, Tom shares insights about the difference between genuine standards and unrealistic preferences, offering a fresh perspective on finding love later in life.
Things get real when they discuss the growing "single forever" movement and why some people are choosing solitude over settling. The hosts explore whether dating apps are helping or hurting our ability to find meaningful connections, and why so many people are opting out of the dating scene entirely.
Don't miss their compelling advice to a single mom struggling with introducing her boyfriend to her kids after six months of dating. Tom and Pam find themselves on opposite sides of this sensitive issue, offering unique perspectives that will make you question your own assumptions about dating as a parent.
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