Things To Know in Dating BEFORE You Get Engaged

Things To Know in Dating BEFORE You Get Engaged

Author: Jeanine Amapola February 10, 2026 Duration: 1:07:10
Y’all… this episode was a spicy one 😅 Kaleb and I went IN on red and green flags in relationships—whether you're just starting out, deep into dating, or already engaged. We talked about the things we both overlooked, what churches sometimes miss when it comes to dating advice, and what actually matters when you’re deciding if someone is marriage material. It’s a fun, honest, and slightly chaotic convo, but it’s SO needed! We hope this episode helps you make better decisions, seek wisdom, and get that godly discernment before walking down the aisle! 🙏🏻❤️ 👀 P.S. If you’re dating someone, send them this episode and say, “Thoughts?” 😏 💌 And don’t forget to DM me your thoughts—y’all know I love hearing your stories! In This Episode 02:00 – Should You Even Get Engaged? 06:15 – Dating Fast: Wise or Red Flag? 10:00 – Character vs. Charm: What to Look For 17:00 – The Pressure to Be Perfect in Dating 22:00 – Faith, Purity & Spiritual Compatibility 30:00 – Relationship Checkpoints: 6–12 Months 37:00 – Friends, Family & Red Flag Input 43:00 – Letting Go of “The Perfect Person” Myth 55:00 – Prayer, Discernment & Final Thoughts Books & Resources Mentioned: The Sacred Search by Gary Thomas Single, Dating, Engaged, Married by Ben Stuart 101 Questions to Ask Before You Get Engaged by Norman Wright Thanks to Our Sponsors BetterHelp: This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at ⁠⁠⁠betterhelp.com/HAPPYHEALTHY⁠⁠⁠ and get on your way to being your best self. Ritual Vitamin: Visit ritual.com/healthy to get 25% off your order. Lean: Visit Takelean.com and use code HEALTHY to get 20% off your order. Wayfair: Get organized, refreshed, and back on track this new year for WAY less. Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. If you’d like to partner with Jeanine as a sponsor for the Happy & Healthy podcast, fill out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Advertise With Us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ form! Follow us on Instagram!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Happy and Healthy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jeanine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jeanine and Kaleb⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on TikTok! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Happy and Healthy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jeanine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeanine Amapola has built a life around sharing real stories and practical wisdom, and now she’s bringing that same warm, conversational energy to Happy & Healthy with Jeanine Amapola. As a Texas-born creator and author with a community of millions, Jeanine knows that genuine growth happens at the intersection of faith, culture, and everyday life. In this podcast, you’ll find candid discussions that feel like a coffee chat with a thoughtful friend, covering everything from personal faith and spiritual practices to navigating modern relationships and societal pressures. The conversations are rooted in a Christian perspective but are designed for anyone interested in building a more intentional and joyful life. You’ll hear Jeanine’s own experiences, lessons learned from both stumbles and successes, and insights on how to cultivate resilience and purpose. It’s more than just advice; it’s about finding a healthier mindset and a happier heart through authentic connection. Tune in for a space where self-improvement meets spirituality, all explored with Jeanine’s characteristic positivity and honesty.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Happy & Healthy with Jeanine Amapola
Podcast Episodes
Toxic Patterns Ruining Your Life and Family (And How to Break Them) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:52
In today’s solo episode, I dive deep into something that's been heavy on my heart lately — especially as a new mama — and that is breaking generational curses. I'm talking about how to identify the patterns in your famil…
Asking My Husband What Men REALLY Think… Part 3 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:21
In today’s episode, Kaleb is BACK and we’re diving deep into the male brain—again. I know you guys love these episodes, so we’re giving the people what they want. We tackled everything from why men say “I need space,” to…
Exposing Our Messiest and Funniest Moments of 2 Years of Marriage [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:59
Wow, I can’t believe Kaleb and I have officially been married for TWO years! In this episode, we’re spilling ALL the tea – the highs, the lows, and the hilarious little quirks of doing life together. We’re getting real a…
The Realities of Life After Having a Baby That No One Tells You [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:00
In today’s episode, I’m getting real about my journey through postpartum and five months of being a mama. Motherhood is beautiful, but WOW, it’s also the hardest thing I’ve ever done. I open up about sleep deprivation, m…
Reacting to Controversial TikToks as a Christian [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:37
Hey friends! I'm mixing it up this week and I'm reacting to TikToks and IG reels that have been all over my feed lately! From whether having a boyfriend is “embarrassing” to the whole “Hatch is demonic” controversy, and…
What To Do When You Don’t Like Your Life Ft. Rachel Awtrey [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:21
I got to sit down with my sweet friend Rachel Awtrey to talk about what it really means to love your life—even when you don’t like it all the time. We went deep into the hard stuff: grief, spiritual warfare, motherhood,…
When Success Costs You Your Family and Mental Health with Dani Austin [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:31
Welcome back to Happy & Healthy! In this super honest episode, I sit down with my longtime friend and fellow content creator, Dani Austin Ramirez. We go way back — like 2014 YouTube quirky days 😂 — and wow, has her life…
I’ve Been Struggling… When Life feels Hard & God feels Far [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:11
Welcome back to Happy & Healthy! I didn't post an episode two weeks ago, and when I asked y’all what you wanted, so many of you just said “we wanna hear what’s going on in your life!” So here it is!I cover a lot in this…