If dating has started to feel more draining than exciting, you’re not alone.

In this episode, we’re unpacking the very real (and very common) experience of dating fatigue - what causes it, how it shows up, and what you can do to move through it with more clarity and self-compassion.

From the addictive nature of dating apps to the pressure to “keep trying” without a real plan, dating can quickly become overwhelming. Today I share real client stories and practical steps for taking a mindful pause, resetting your intentions, and protecting your emotional energy.

Inside this episode:

✨ The telltale signs of dating burnout (and how to spot them early)
✨ Why taking a break isn’t “giving up” - it’s often the smartest move
✨ How to re-enter dating with clear goals and stronger boundaries
✨ What to do when swiping starts to feel like self-sabotage
✨ How intentional breaks can actually fast-track your path to healthy love

💭 If you’ve been feeling jaded, cynical, or just plain tired of the dating scene, this episode is your permission slip to pause, realign, and date differently.

🎧 Hit play and learn how to shift from dating on autopilot to dating with purpose.

I'd love to connect with you and of course if you have any insights or questions from the show, please reach out to me on Insta!

To access my free relationship e-books or to book a coaching call with me, head to my website.

If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in the same painful dating patterns, emotionally unavailable partners, one-sided connections, chasing love while abandoning yourself - you’re not alone. And more importantly, you’re not broken.

On today's episode, I'm joined by clinical psychologist, couples therapist, and author Phoebe Rogers, who is a returning guest, to talk about her new book: When Will it Happen for Me? A shame-free guide to finding love on your own timeline.

Phoebe shares her own story of healing, including how inner child work, self-compassion, and therapy helped her break free from toxic dating cycles and start showing up for herself in love. Together, we delve into how our past shapes our patterns - and how real transformation begins when we choose to love ourselves first.

On this episode we explore:

• Why toxic relationship patterns often stem from early emotional wounds
• How inner child work can transform your dating life
• The shift from chasing validation to building self-trust
• Why self-love doesn’t mean waiting to be “fully healed”
• How Phoebe’s personal story shaped her clinical work and her book
• A sneak peek at her book release and pre-order bonus for listeners

✨ If you’ve been wondering when love will finally “happen” for you - this episode might just be the reminder you didn’t know you needed: real love starts with you.

Connect with Phoebe:

www.instagram.com/therelationshipspace

www.therelationshipspace.com.au

And pre-order your own copy of Phoebe's book, due for release on 19th June 2025: https://www.therelationshipspace.com.au/when-will-it-happen-for-me-book

I'd love to connect with you and of course if you have any insights or questions from the show, please reach out to me on Insta!

To access my free relationship e-books or to book a coaching call with me, head to my website.

Do you really need to be fully healed before dating again? Or is that belief actually keeping you stuck?

In this episode, we’re breaking down the myth that you have to be perfectly healed to start a new relationship. Healing is a lifelong journey, and the truth is, some of the most powerful growth happens inside relationships - not outside of them.

Let’s shift the pressure from being “ready enough” to being intentional and self-aware.

On this episode we explore

• Why waiting to be fully healed may be delaying the love you actually want
• How to date with self-awareness and emotional responsibility
• The role of self-connection and self-talk in navigating dating setbacks
• How to recognize burnout in dating and stay grounded in your values
• Why growth in relationships can be just as meaningful as growth outside of them

✨ If you’ve been holding yourself back in love because you’re not “there yet,” this episode is your permission to show up as you are - healing, human, and open to connection.

🎧 Press play and reimagine what dating can look like when you lead with truth instead of perfection.

I'd love to connect with you and of course if you have any insights or questions from the show, please reach out to me on Insta!

To access my free relationship e-books or to book a coaching call with me, head to my website.