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SWR Minisode: F the Fairy Tale! with Author Damona Hoffman

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Hey well read baddies, welcome to another #Black365 minisode! Today we welcome back beloved guest, Damona Hoffman, to talk about her new book 'F the Fairytale: Rewrite the Dating Myths and Live Your Own Love Story'. Damona, a seasoned dating and relationship coach based in Los Angeles, opens up about her transition from a dating profile writer to a love expert featured on the Drew Barrymore show and other prominent platforms. The episode takes a deep dive into redefining love beyond societal and media-imposed narratives, the importance of being realistic in dating, and finding joy and magic in relationships. Damona discusses the evolution of dating norms, especially post-pandemic, and how individuals can navigate love and relationships in the digital age. She emphasizes the significance of personal discovery, emotional management, and the potential of each person to create their own love story, encapsulating her experiences and insights from a 20-year career in fostering connections.

00:00 Introduction and Welcoming the Guest

01:00 Revisiting Past Conversations and Updates

01:42 Introducing Damona Hoffman and Her Work

03:16 Discussing Awards and Recognitions

04:14 Breaking Down the Book Title and Its Inspiration

04:31 Understanding the Concept of 'F the Fairytale'

06:59 Exploring Common Dating Myths

09:30 The Importance of Mindset in Dating

10:04 The Role of Choice in Relationships

10:47 Personal Stories and Reflections on Relationships

13:20 The Science Behind Love and Relationships

15:49 The Impact of Social Media and Dating Apps

23:12 The Reality of Long-Term Relationships

36:46 Exploring Non-Monogamy and Relationship Choices

39:07 Exploring Infidelity Statistics

40:26 The Importance of Trust in Relationships

40:55 The Rise of Non-Monogamy

41:51 The Importance of Honesty and Communication

42:09 Understanding the Relationship Escalator

43:49 The Impact of the Pandemic on Relationships

46:44 The Importance of Adaptation in Relationships

47:33 The Reality of Breakups

01:03:59 The Future of Dating and Love

Find all of the books mentioned in episode at both our Amazon and Bookshop Storefronts-

https://amzn.to/3Qrno9Y

https://bookshop.org/shop/shewellread

We can’t wait to hear from you! :) Please send any questions or comments about this episode to shewellread@gmail.com or use the form at the bottom of the SWR Podcast page: https://shewellread.com/podcast/

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/shewellread

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-6-RqriJLTi6G0Munzr1ig

More links including discount codes: https://msha.ke/shewellread

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Hey well read baddies, welcome to another #Black365 minisode! Today we welcome back beloved guest, Damona Hoffman, to talk about her new book 'F the Fairytale: Rewrite the Dating Myths and Live Your Own Love Story'. Damona, a seasoned dating and relationship coach based in Los Angeles, opens up about her transition from a dating profile writer to a love expert featured on the Drew Barrymore show and other prominent platforms. The episode takes a deep dive into redefining love beyond societal and media-imposed narratives, the importance of being realistic in dating, and finding joy and magic in relationships. Damona discusses the evolution of dating norms, especially post-pandemic, and how individuals can navigate love and relationships in the digital age. She emphasizes the significance of personal discovery, emotional management, and the potential of each person to create their own love story, encapsulating her experiences and insights from a 20-year career in fostering connections.

00:00 Introduction and Welcoming the Guest

01:00 Revisiting Past Conversations and Updates

01:42 Introducing Damona Hoffman and Her Work

03:16 Discussing Awards and Recognitions

04:14 Breaking Down the Book Title and Its Inspiration

04:31 Understanding the Concept of 'F the Fairytale'

06:59 Exploring Common Dating Myths

09:30 The Importance of Mindset in Dating

10:04 The Role of Choice in Relationships

10:47 Personal Stories and Reflections on Relationships

13:20 The Science Behind Love and Relationships

15:49 The Impact of Social Media and Dating Apps

23:12 The Reality of Long-Term Relationships

36:46 Exploring Non-Monogamy and Relationship Choices

39:07 Exploring Infidelity Statistics

40:26 The Importance of Trust in Relationships

40:55 The Rise of Non-Monogamy

41:51 The Importance of Honesty and Communication

42:09 Understanding the Relationship Escalator

43:49 The Impact of the Pandemic on Relationships

46:44 The Importance of Adaptation in Relationships

47:33 The Reality of Breakups

01:03:59 The Future of Dating and Love

Find all of the books mentioned in episode at both our Amazon and Bookshop Storefronts-

https://amzn.to/3Qrno9Y

https://bookshop.org/shop/shewellread

We can’t wait to hear from you! :) Please send any questions or comments about this episode to shewellread@gmail.com or use the form at the bottom of the SWR Podcast page: https://shewellread.com/podcast/

Follow SHE WELL READ!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shewellread/

TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeDCLdTX/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/shewellread

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-6-RqriJLTi6G0Munzr1ig

More links including discount codes: https://msha.ke/shewellread

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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