The Reformer or Moral Protagonist, type 1, on the Enneagram is likely not the most creative or vulnerable person on your dating app.   What are the likely prompts you'd see on Hinge for the Type 1, Reformer?  In today's mini episode, I share some of the prompts that an Enneagram type 1 would choose to show their authentic self on Hinge.  Plus the answers they may come up with to have fun when dating online. Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the community, and encourage oth ..read more

What are the best responses to popular Hinge prompts for the Peacemaker?  In today's mini episode, I share some of the prompts that an Enneagram type 9 would choose to show their authentic self.  Plus the answers they may come up with to have fun when dating online. Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the community, and encourage others to discover the self-awareness they’re looking for to show up more authentically in modern dating. Are you looking for support as you navigate mo ..read more

Having a hard time picking prompts to use on the dating app Hinge?  In today's mini episode, I share some of the prompts that an Enneagram type 8 would choose to show their authentic self.  Plus the answers they may come up with to have fun when dating online. Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the community, and encourage others to discover the self-awareness they’re looking for to show up more authentically in modern dating. Are you looking for support as you navigate modern d ..read more

In this episode, we delve into the intricate details of the Match.com class action lawsuit, exploring the implications and repercussions of the legal battle on modern dating. Join me as we uncover the impact on users and the broader implications for online dating platforms. Tune in for a comprehensive analysis of this high-profile case that has sparked conversations about data privacy, user protection, and corporate responsibility in the digital age. The Challenger Podcast takes a look at modern relationships through the lens of The Enneagram, attachment theory and self-awareness. If you're li ..read more

Can we be too attached to our money? On this week's episode of the podcast, Jordan Pendleton joins me as guest host where she interviews me on how our attachment styles show up to influence our relationship with money.   I truly enjoyed this conversation with her on her podcast ⁠REAL Money Talk⁠ as she asked great questions about my journey from scarcity to abundance in life, money and relationships. Please take a moment to leave us a review of the podcast on your favorite platform as it really helps us spread the message shared on the podcast about modern dating, texting, social med ..read more

On this week's episode, I lay out ten things to look out for on a first date that can tell you that your date has an avoidant attachment style.  In tune last week's episode, I'd like to encourage everyone to be mindful in how they approach making assumptions about their date and instead of writing them off as red flags, get curious about what you see and label the behavior. Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the community, and encourage others to discover the self-awareness they’r ..read more

On this week's episode of the podcast, I am joined by Samantha Graham, cohost of Where's Our Participation Trophy podcast, to talk about modern dating from the lens of attachment theory.   The title of this podcast comes from viral videos and memes on the internet which can feel confusing for daters in the modern world being told that the right person would be able to read your mind and just give you everything you need, without being asked.  Sam and I dig into what is behind this overused phrase that perpetuates the toxic "throw away" culture of modern dating. If her message re ..read more

On this week's episode, I walk you through 10 signs that your date or partner may have an anxious attachment style.  Attachment theory research has been evolving since the last 60s and I discovered its impact in my life about five years ago. After a couple of bad breakups in 2017, I decided to make a change and took ownership of my role in the ending of those relationships.  I sought out a counselor and began to interview experts in relationship theory and practice on this podcast.  Tune in today to learn how to spot an anxiously attached date while learning tools to grow throug ..read more

On this week's episode of the podcast, Talia Bombola joins me for a follow up conversation to share with you why you may be attracted to and attracting emotionally unavailable people.  Previously on the podcast, Talia and I dug in to attachment styles, masculine and feminine energy dynamics and so much more.  This time around, I asked three questions that are most common in our community of authentic daters. Why do you attract emotionally unavailable people? Why do I push people away when dating? How do I date (earn security) as an anxious/avoidant attachment style?  If Talia's ..read more

This week, we have a quick hitting, solo episode where I dig into this popular quesiton from one of our audience members from a recent Tiktok Live. Should a woman ask out a man on a date?  Listen in on this six minute episode and reach out with any questions you may have about flirting with the masculine in a playful to let him know you're interested. Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the community, and encourage others to discover the self-awareness they’re looking for to show u ..read more