Making Connections, Part 3: How to Go Beyond Small Talk
“Hi, how’s your day?”
“How’s your weekend going?”
“What are your plans for this weekend?”
They’re all polite, familiar, and easy to ask, but they usually end the same way.
On Emotional Alignment: What It Means to Be Emotionally in Sync (and Why It Matters)
Have you ever felt close to someone, but emotionally “out of sync”?
On Emotional Labor: The Quiet Work That Strengthens or Strains Connection
Unfortunately, it’s one of those things you often don’t notice until you’re doing more than your share — or feeling the strain when no one is.
On Emotional Maturity: What It Is and Why It Matters in Relationships
Emotional maturity is often misunderstood.
It doesn’t mean being calm all the time or never getting upset.
10 Assumptions That Break Connections
Assumptions can break connections — whether in dating, friendships, or the workplace.
Discover the most common relationship myths and how to approach connections with curiosity and flexibility.
How to Express Romantic Interest
Expressing romantic interest can be nerve-wracking, but it doesn’t have to be!
This guide walks you through subtle and direct ways to show someone you’re interested while maintaining confidence, respecting boundaries, and handling rejection gracefully.
How to Break the Ice (Online)
Online dating can feel like navigating a whole new world. The profiles are there, the matches are made, but then comes the big question: what do you say? How do you stand out in a sea of “Hey” and “What’s up?” Breaking the ice online requires a mix of creativity, thoughtfulness, and just the right amount of effort to spark a meaningful connection.
The 3 Keys to Building Genuine Connection
Have you ever walked away from a conversation feeling truly understood and connected? Those moments of connection don’t happen by accident. Well, sometimes they do, but you can create them by developing three key skills:
Thinking of Meeting IRL? Try a Quick Video Call First
Not sold? Or your match is iffy about the idea? Humor me and read on to learn why video calls are worth it (and how to handle objections).