Why do we expect everything to happen so damn fast when dating? From the need to feel that instant chemistry to freaking out if someone doesn't text back within 20 minutes, this need for speed is one of the biggest traps holding us back. We're discussing the reasons this mentality sets us up for failure, how to reduce the need to fast-track to the end, and why slowing down a bit can actually make the whole dating process a heck more enjoyable.

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