In my 30s, I realized some truths about relationships that took me years to really learn. I used to believe in a lot of romantic myths. But in this week’s new episode, I share the hard-earned truth that certainty in love isn’t something you find on day one—it’s something you have to decide to build and invest in.

You’ll also learn the difference between “settling for” and “settling on” someone, and why the latter is the key to creating a love that lasts.

If you’ve ever felt paralyzed by the fear of choosing the wrong person, or overwhelmed by your search for “the one,” this is the mindset shift you need.

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Few things can match the heady exhilaration of dating someone and building momentum through regular texting and a sense of closeness.

But what about when the texting on their end is . . . kind of slow and intermittent . . . where there are big gaps in your text exchanges that leave you feeling unsure as to where, exactly, you stand with that person?

Feeling this way might even lead you to start analyzing their relationship with their phone the next time you’re with them, looking for clues as to whether their sporadic phone usage is consistent in their life or reserved just for you.

At some point, they might’ve even shared a generic line with you like, “I’m so rubbish with my phone,” or “I’m really bad at replying to people!” But is this really true?

In this week’s episode, I not only answer these questions, but I dig into a really common mistake people make in this area.

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Do you feel like time is running out to find love? Whether you’re worried about starting a family, comparing yourself to friends who are coupled up, or just feeling urgent pressure to “catch up” in your dating life, this episode is for you.

Matthew, Stephen, and Audrey explore how to handle dating confidently when the stakes feel high, and how to avoid letting fear and anxiety sabotage your decisions. If you’ve ever felt behind—unsure whether to stay hopeful or make a bold change—this episode will give you the tools to find love and ease the pressure others try to put on you.

In this episode we cover:

• Why the fear of “running out of time” is so common in dating today.
  
  

• How to create urgency without falling into panic mode.
  
  

• The illusion of progress: How “distraction relationships” can quietly steal years of your life.
  
  

• Real stats on women having children after 35.
  
  

• How to stop comparing your timeline to everyone else’s.
  
  

• Reframing societal pressure and internal anxiety.
  
  

• Dating intentionally vs. dating reactively.
  
  

• How to bring up having kids in early dating conversations.
  
  

• The importance of a backup plan—and how it can actually help your love life.
  
  

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I have something really cool to share today,

This is a conversation I had with Jay Shetty for his On Purpose podcast, where we talked about the modern dating dilemma of endless options and the fear of settling. We discussed the danger of always looking for “someone better” as a dating strategy, why we miss out on meaningful connections, and how to find a real relationship rather than optimizing for the perfect partner.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re always torn between chasing someone exciting or someone who brings you peace, this episode will help you create a love life that actually works for you.

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What could possibly be more painful than rejection? Turns out, there's one feeling that IS. In this week's Rewind episode, I reveal what it is and share the one mindset that will get you over your fear of rejection once and for all so you can finally put yourself "out there" without worrying about getting hurt again...

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Do you keep attracting emotionally unavailable partners? Are you dating someone who pulls away just when things get close? When this happens, it’s easy to feel lost and wonder if the person you’re dating is avoidant or simply not that interested.

In this episode, Matthew, Stephen, and Audrey dive deep into the topic of avoidant attachment, exploring how it develops, signs to look for, and what you can do if you’re dating someone with avoidant behavior.

Topics Covered:

• The 5 key traits of avoidant partners.
  
  

• Why avoidants and anxious people are magnetically drawn to each other.
  
  

• Whether we overuse the “avoidant” label as a defense mechanism.
  
  

• How early experiences shape attachment patterns.
  
  

• What to do if you’re anxiously attached and dating someone avoidant.
  
  

• How to tell the difference between an avoidant and someone who just doesn’t want a relationship.
  
  

• How to anticipate the needs of a more independent partner.
  
  

• The importance of not mistaking emotional unavailability for “value.”
  
  

Links:

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• AskMH.com – Try Matthew AI and get real-time coaching from an AI trained on Matthew’s advice.
  
  

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What makes someone truly irresistible in the early stages of dating? In this episode, I share four powerful ways to boost your attractiveness in the first weeks of getting to know someone . . . so you can create intrigue and keep things moving forward.

If you’re over surface-level chats, have a hard time balancing your heart and your head, or just feel stuck, this one’s for you. I also tell a personal story that shows how small changes can make a huge impact on your dating life. Don’t miss it!

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This week’s video will help you cut through all of the anxiety, uncertainty, and stress.

I go deep on three very specific questions you can ask yourself to determine whether staying or leaving is the right decision for you.

I also break down a new model that will help you identify what to watch out for and the dangerous cocktail of certain traits we must avoid in someone . . . these are the traits that can make a relationship so toxic that over time, it will erode our confidence and identity to the point that leaving the relationship is the only option.

Understanding this model may just save your self-respect, sanity, and happiness. And once you know how it works, red flags will be much easier to spot.

This is a video you’ll also want to return to anytime you’re stuck in that fog of fear and confusion and want to feel a sense of clarity . . . so you can stop second-guessing your choices and move on with confidence.

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