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#52 Why You Should Go to Your High School Reunion & Why Reunions Matter More Than Ever
The Later Dater Today - June 23, 2024 22:23 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsTo reunion or not to reunion? Reunions can feel like a different sort of decision as a later dater. For some reunions are exciting for others the thought can be excruciating. In this episode Lakshmi explores the value of going to reunions for Later Daters Today and why reunions in general are r...
#51: "Why am I glad to be divorced but sad about being single?" Listener Question from Ranjani, 47
The Later Dater Today - June 14, 2024 10:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsGlad to be divorced but sad about being single? YYes, you can be glad about something behind you and sad about something in front of you. Listen in as Lakshmi reacts and reflects on Ranjani's story of being at a dinner party as a newly divorced woman in a sea of couples. This episode explores th...
#50 "What are the Pros & Cons of Staying Single vs. Dating?" Listener Question from Paul, 49
The Later Dater Today - June 09, 2024 02:06 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsIs It Better to Stay Single or Date and Find a Relationship? - Celebrating Our 50th Episode!In this episode, we dive into a thought-provoking question from Paul, a 49-year-old listener who wants to know: Is it better to stay single or seek out a relationship? It's a question that hits different ...
#49 How to Rethink Long Distance Relationships Today
The Later Dater Today - May 31, 2024 10:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsEpisodes mentioned in this episode The Afterlife Set-Up (a true story of two 80 year olds who reconnected and fell in love during the pandemic. Lakshmi's LinkedIn post on Long Distance Relationships and Remote Work Lakshmi was named among the "Best Guests of 2023" on tech and culture podcast ...
#48 How to Move to Friendship (After Having Feelings)
The Later Dater Today - May 24, 2024 15:54 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsThere's more to the "Let's Be Friends" transition in modern dating and it's often overlooked. The order of how relationships progress has changed and this switch in order explains a lot. This is a critical thing for Later Daters to consider. Lakshmi was named among the "Best Guests of 2023" on te...
#47 How to Date Like an Athlete (Without Playing Games)
The Later Dater Today - May 18, 2024 22:51 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsWhat is dating was sport rather than a game? How would that change things and what kind of athlete are you? Lakshmi explores and develops and analogy that could change your "game". Lakshmi was named among the "Best Guests of 2023" on tech and culture podcast PIVOT with Kara Swisher & Scott Gallow...
#46: How to Think About Money & Compatibility
The Later Dater Today - May 10, 2024 09:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsSeason 2 Premiere: Is there another way to talk about and navigate money as a topic? Could we even turn it into another way to connect? Well, yes we can. There are so many different ways to think about and explore whether you have compatible ideas around the idea of money. Lakshmi was named among...
#46 How to Think About Money & Compatibility
The Later Dater Today - May 10, 2024 09:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsSeason 2 Premiere: Is there another way to talk about and navigate money as a topic? Could we even turn it into another way to connect? Well, yes we can. There are so many different ways to think about and explore whether you have compatible ideas around the idea of money. Lakshmi was named among...
Season 2: Preview & Research Updates
The Later Dater Today - May 03, 2024 22:29 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsA preview of forthcoming episodes, the tone of Season 2 and what we are researching now. Expect a season full of "How To" episodes now that the foundation has been set. Lakshmi was named among the "Best Guests of 2023" on tech and culture podcast PIVOT with Kara Swisher & Scott Galloway. https...
Dating Climate Change and Why Golden And Later Are Different
The Later Dater Today - April 24, 2024 03:31 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsIf you have found value in The Later Dater Today podcast and if you believe that we need fun, relatable and useful content for dating during this part of life, please consider supporting Lakshmi and the show by buying her a coffee via the link below. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/later_Lakshmi ...
"State of Date" Meditation/Prep Talk
The Later Dater Today - April 13, 2024 03:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsIf you have found value in this podcast or in this meditation, please consider supporting and keeping The Later Dater Today ad-free here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/later_lakshmi Lakshmi was named among the "Best Guests of 2023" on tech and culture podcast PIVOT with Kara Swisher & Scott Gall...
#45 How to Get Into a "State of Date"
The Later Dater Today - April 05, 2024 22:54 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsLakshmi is taking a one month hiatus. Want to support her milestone of 45 episodes and keep The Later Dater Today ad-free? Consider throwing her a few bucks. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/later_Lakshmi Stay tuned for a Bonus Episode with the meditation pulled out for easy use. Later Dater tod...
#44 How to Play the "Mid-Range" Game
The Later Dater Today - March 29, 2024 20:26 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsWe assign moral judgment to ideas of how long or short a relationship goal is. But what if distance has nothing to do with whether or not a trip is worth it? A great companion episode to this is "Longer Doesn't Always Mean Stronger." Lakshmi was named among the "Best Guests of 2023" on tech a...
#43 How To Do A "Crush Audit"
The Later Dater Today - March 22, 2024 17:13 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsThe companion episode to this is Episode 19: The Death of The Crush Crushes are an incredibly important part our heart's history. As a Later Dater you may not have looked closely at people at moments where you developed a crush. It's worth taking a minute to look closely as these as you embark...
#42 How to Set Yourself Up & The Lodge Line
The Later Dater Today - March 15, 2024 10:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsThis episode includes tips on how to help the people who want to set you up, describe you in way that is about more than simply how great you are. One that paints a picture that might stick with someone long before they meet you. For more detail and color on crafting a set up story listen to L...
#41 The Unlisted Approach
The Later Dater Today - March 08, 2024 16:27 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsIt's understandable that we make lists to keep us organized and focused on what we want. But where does that kind of approach actually help and where is it actually inefficient? References in this episode Episode 39: Finding Connection In Contrast Lakshmi was named among the "Best Guests of...
#40 "Will I Ever Feel That Way Again?": Listener Question from Gabe, 57
The Later Dater Today - March 02, 2024 04:08 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsAfter 20 years of marriage, Gabe, 57 is a year into his dating journey and he's wondering if he'll ever feel "that way" again. Let's get clear on all the kinds of experiences, moments and feelings that you have to look forward to as a Later Dater. Breaking these down and getting clear can chan...
#39 Finding Connection in Contrast and Differences
The Later Dater Today - February 24, 2024 01:47 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsShare this with anyone who thinks that they "must" date someone who has the same relationship history as them (divorced, kids, didn't marry, widowed) etc. The best part about Later Daters today is the diversity of choices that were made by people. Listen in as Lakshmi walks you through how you ...
#38 Ask For Focus Instead of a Relationship
The Later Dater Today - February 16, 2024 10:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsBe sure to follow on Instagram as we begin bringing concepts from the podcast to life. https://www.instagram.com/the_later_dater_today In this episode we'll walk you through a plan for how to ask for focus - which might actually make more sense in today's world where our attention can be splint...
Valentine's Bonus: The Afterlife Set-Up
The Later Dater Today - February 14, 2024 20:10 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsA much longer format and style than the Later Dater Today podcast, we bring you the true story of two 80 somethings who reconnected and fell in love during the pandemic after 40 years apart. This is more "Golden" than "Later" but a true and hopeful story has no age. Enjoy! To read more about t...
#37 The Root of Finding the Right Person
The Later Dater Today - February 09, 2024 10:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsIt's been a big week and it will be a big week. Why might it be more important to think of reasons to root for someone rather than trying to figure out if they're right for you? It's time to mention the relationship of the year without having them be the central spectacle. There is honestly som...
#36 Signs of Success vs Signs of Striving
The Later Dater Today - February 02, 2024 09:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsSuccess seems like a quality we should look for in.people we date. But what is success and what if something like the quality of striving is more important now? Maybe you're wondering what striving is. Listen in as Lakshmi talks about the difference and offers tools on how to assess the degree ...
#35 Artificial Intelligence And The Later Dater
The Later Dater Today - January 26, 2024 10:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsAn important overview of what to expect as AI continues to unfold itself into modern dating culture. The Later Dater Today is about more than how to date today - it's also about understanding what's happening in dating and where it's headed so that you can navigate it all. To hear more in dept...
Moving Forward with Love: Taking a Break for Come With Us
Come With Us Podcast - January 24, 2024 09:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsSometimes, the weight of life's events calls for a pause, a deep breath, and a heartfelt reflection. Today, I'm holding the space to share a significant update about 'Come With Us' and to honor the profound impact my co-host Beth has made, as she deals with the unimaginable loss of her beloved d...
#34 The Issue With Dating "Goals"
The Later Dater Today - January 20, 2024 03:26 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsListen in on a new way to think about the dating goals that matter today for a Later Dater. It was way less to do with how much you date but rather how you interact with the world - keeping your interaction and connection muscles strong. A few episodes are referenced to revisit and actually ap...
Electrifying Desires: A Sparkling Dive into Electro and Sensation Play with Pink Kink's Dara
Come With Us Podcast - January 17, 2024 09:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsEver felt the allure of the unknown, the mysterious spark that tingles more than just your curiosity? Dara from the effervescent Pink Kink podcast returns to our audio haven to explore the electrifying realm of electro play and sensation play. Strap in for an episode that's charged with the vibr...
#33 Go Ahead and Age Yourself
The Later Dater Today - January 12, 2024 08:30 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsLet's discuss one dimension of "age" culture around the idea of what it means to "age yourself". Lakshmi dives into these common expressions that can feel more like we should hide our rage rather than use it as a point of connection; especially between Later Daters. And you'll hear a practical w...
Unleashing Your Kink: Introducing FemDom, Navigating Support, and Mastering Communication in BDSM
Come With Us Podcast - January 10, 2024 09:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsEver find yourself sweating at the thought of sharing your deepest, kinkiest desires with your significant other? Fear not, my fellow explorers of the risqué, because this episode of Come With Us is here to navigate the choppy waters of BDSM revelation with none other than Dara from the Pink Kin...
#32 Organic Connections Today and The Power of Tupperware
The Later Dater Today - January 05, 2024 09:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsLet's dive into the gradual decline of everyday organic moments instead of any "resolution" type content, This isn't meant to be a bummer, it's meant to remind you of things we've lost along the way. It's not just tech and the pandemic. And if we understand a bit more about what happened we can...
#31 Rethinking Wasted Time In Dating
The Later Dater Today - December 29, 2023 10:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 130 ratingsConversations about modern dating can often revolve around an intense desire to "not waste time". Let's dig into it. As we get older, we might feel like time is not on our side, but maybe it's on our side in a new way. If you have some time to think more about time, we recommend Episode 15: ...
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