The pandemic is still affecting our dating lives, but we might as well just accept this is the new normal, at least for now. In this episode, Erika Ettin, creator of A Little Nudge, joins us to share with us her professional advice on online dating, how to safely navigate the insanity of dating apps, and how to actually flirt (in case you have forgotten what that’s like). Listen now to prepare yourself for jumping back into the dating game, because living in a pandemic doesn’t mean we have to stop searching for meaningful connections.

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Jump straight into:

03:02 - Every bad date is a good story: Erika’s sitcom worthy kugel date.

10:11 - The potential of spreadsheets in the dating game.

13:23 - The unexpected duration of the pandemic and the boost of online dating.

16:30 - How to use angles and lighting in your favor during a Zoom date.

17:38 - Double check who’s giving you dating advice.

19:14 - Tinder is insane: breaking down mysterious acronyms and bossy profiles.

24:37 - Flirting 101: Tips to actually enjoy getting to know your dates.

29:57 - How to have a sparkly comeback into the dating field without feeling overwhelmed.

34:13 - Q&A: long term relationship breakups, should you give unsolicited advice, and who’s supposed to pay for the date? 

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