Kiaundra Jackson, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, unpacks how therapy language is influencing our dating lives and shares why it’s essential to move beyond labels to truly thrive in our relationships. She also shares the telltale signs of toxic relationships. Our dear Damona question this week is: I've used them all, but none seem to be a good fit. Is it me or the apps?

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TIMESTAMPS

Introduction to Toxic Relationships (00:00:00)

Guest Introduction (00:02:05)

Rise of Dating Burnout (00:02:25)

Importance of Healthy Relationships (00:03:10)

Modeling Healthy Relationships (00:04:18)

Personal Accountability in Relationships (00:06:10)

Elements of Healthy Relationships (00:07:24)

Taking Inventory of Past Relationships (00:10:10)

Signs of Toxic Relationships (00:11:37)

Understanding Narcissism (00:12:42)

Manipulation vs. Healthy Goals (15:13)

Setting Boundaries (17:20)

Handling Triggered Reactions (19:28)

Recognizing Relationship Dynamics (24:30)

The Importance of Slow Love (28:47)

Healing from Toxic Relationships (00:31:11)

Unpacking Emotional Luggage (00:31:32)

Rushing into New Relationships (00:31:54)

The Process of Unpacking (00:32:33)

Recognizing Healthy vs. Toxic Traits (00:33:18)

When to Share Personal History (00:34:06)

Finding the Right Time to Share (00:35:00)

Ongoing Conversations About Baggage (00:37:54)

Unpopular Opinion on Relationship Work (00:39:03)

Perspective on Relationship Challenges (00:39:57)

Invitation to Deeper Connection (00:40:17)

Navigating Dating Apps (00:41:42)

Understanding Dating App Experiences (00:42:11)

Adjusting to Online Dating (00:43:17)

Common Experience on Dating Apps (00:44:16)

Finding New Dating Opportunities (00:45:21) 

Navigating Dating Apps (00:46:17)

Understanding App Dynamics (00:47:18)

Managing Expectations with Dating Apps (00:48:19)

Addressing Dating Burnout (00:49:13)

Upcoming Dear Damona Episode (00:50:13)

Halloween Dating Horror Stories Call (00:50:13)

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