Dating isn’t neutral.It’s formative.In this episode of Imperfectly Married, we begin a two-part mini-series on dating — and why it matters far more than we think.From early 1900s courtship to today’s swipe culture, dating has evolved dramatically. But what hasn’t changed is this truth: dating is shaping you long before you say “I do.”We talk about:How modern dating apps influence commitment and conflictThe difference between chemistry and characterWhy hookup culture confuses intimacy with connectionHow endless options quietly train us to avoid repairWhy dating today often teaches detachment instead of devotionThe powerful idea that dating is discipleshipIf you’re single, divorced, dating again, or mentoring someone who is — this conversation is for you.Healthy dating should build:Clarity over ambiguityCommunication over assumptionsRepair over avoidanceBoundaries over pressureSelf-awareness over performanceWhether you’re in the dating world right now or reflecting on how your past shaped your marriage, this episode will bring awareness — and awareness creates choice.And choice creates hope.Next week, we continue the conversation by talking about dating inside marriage — because dating doesn’t stop when you say “I do.”If you don’t know your Enneagram type, take our free assessment on our website.Website: https://imperfectlymarriedpodcast.com/Merch: https://imperfectlymarriedpodcast.com/storeInstagram: imperfectlymarried_thepodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@imperfectly_married