Heart of Dating

Today we’re diving into Grant and Madi’s whirlwind love story as they open up about anxiety, breakups, navigating public scrutiny, and the power of wise community in dating!

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Today we’re diving into Nika and Emeka’s powerful love story—how they navigated healing from trauma, found faith-based connection online, and built a marriage rooted in grace, community, and radical vulnerability!

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Today we’re kicking off Season 19 of Heart of Dating with JJ and Kate sharing never-before-answered questions about their meet-cute, cringey first impressions, and what it really took for them to say yes to each other!

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Today, Heart of Dating coach Jayme Vainer breaks down the key differences between red flags, deal breakers, and non-negotiables in Christian dating, and shares how understanding these transformed her own journey to engagement!

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Today, Coach Michael walks us through how compassionate attunement can transform the way we show up in dating and singleness, offering practical steps and encouragement for navigating emotional pain with care and connection!

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Today we’re diving into the basics of feminine energy with Alana Gibson as she unpacks what it really means, shares biblical foundations, and gives practical tips for embracing it in your dating life!

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Today we’re diving into the three tiers of theological differences in dating, as JJ and Kait Tomlin unpack how to navigate convictions, preferences, and deal breakers when you and your partner don’t see eye to eye.

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Today we’re diving into spiritual leadership in dating as we unpack what it really looks like in relationships, the red flags to watch out for, and how servant leadership changes the game!

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Today we’re diving into the difference between emotional intelligence and emotional health, why this distinction is critical for dating, and how to spot the traits that really matter for healthy relationships!

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Today we break down the main reasons we stay in unhealthy relationships, from dating for potential to the sunk cost fallacy, and give practical questions to help you know when it’s time to move on!

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Crushing on a cutie? Download this FREE Resource on how to show interest:

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Want to further your dating knowledge? Check out our ultimate dating library!

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Kait wrote a book! Snag Thank You For Rejecting Me on Amazon:

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