In this solo episode, River is diving into the topic of initiating in dating — especially from the perspective of being a woman and challenging traditional gender roles.

We’ll explore how cultural, religious, and societal narratives have shaped our ideas about who is "supposed" to initiate, why those old scripts no longer serve us, and how taking a more feminist approach to dating can be both empowering and freeing.

I’m also sharing some personal reflections from my own dating life as I unlearn old patterns and step more confidently into initiating connections.

If you’ve ever felt weird or hesitant about making the first move, this one’s for you.

We’ll cover:

    •    Why traditional dating narratives often position women as passive

    •    How cultural and religious values shape our ideas about dating

    •    Why it’s powerful and healthy for women to initiate

    •    How I'm personally unlearning the fear of initiating

    •    Practical tips for reaching out with confidence

You are not here to wait for someone to choose you — you are here to choose too.