EP425 - Dating Burnout: Finding Your Person and Falling In Love

EP425 - Dating Burnout: Finding Your Person and Falling In Love

Author: Dr. Nazanin Moali, Ph.D, Psychology of Sex | Couple Therapy | Sex Education February 11, 2025 Duration: 35:17

Welcome to Episode 425 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I’m excited to be speaking with Julie Krafchick & Yue Xu, co-hosts of the Dateable Podcast, to dive into the complexities of modern dating. We explore how dating has evolved over the years, why many people struggle to transition from endless texting to real dates, and how societal shifts have changed what we look for in a partner. With more choices than ever, dating can feel overwhelming, but Julie and Yue share insights on how to navigate this landscape with clarity and confidence.


Julie Krafchick & Yue Xu are active daters turned dating insiders, and top influential voices of modern dating, relationships, and connection in the digital world. They’re the authors of How To Be Dateable: The Essential Guide to Finding Your Person and Falling in Love and the co-hosts of the hit podcast Dateable, which has been named one of the top podcasts about modern dating and relationships by the New York Times, The Huffington Post, Oprah Daily, and more. They’re also the hosts and executive producers of the dating experiment show Exit Interview. 


Julie brings her background in human-centered design and qualitative research, while Yue shares her experience as a dating coach.


In this episode, you will hear:


  • Why Modern Dating Feels Harder Than Ever
  • The Paralysis Of Choice In The Age Of Dating Apps
  • How To Break Free From Endless Texting Without Meeting
  • Why Ghosting Happens And How To Emotionally Detach From It
  • The Importance Of Vulnerability In Building Genuine Connections
  • Understanding Your Dating Archetype And How It Impacts Your Love Life
  • How To Navigate Online Dating Without Feeling Burnt Out
  • When And Why Taking A Break From Dating Can Be Beneficial
  • Practical Tips For Making Dating Apps Work For You



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Curiosity about human sexuality is universal, yet finding grounded, evidence-based conversations can be surprisingly difficult. That’s where Sexology comes in. Hosted by clinical psychologist and sex therapist Dr. Nazanin Moali, this weekly series moves beyond sensationalism and stigma to bring you thoughtful dialogues with leading experts, researchers, and therapists. Each episode delves into the nuanced psychology of sex, intimacy, and relationships, translating complex findings into relatable insights. You’ll hear conversations that address the questions many ponder but hesitate to voice, covering everything from desire and communication to the science of pleasure and emotional connection. Dr. Moali’s background in both couple therapy and sex education ensures these discussions are both academically rigorous and deeply practical. Rather than offering quick fixes, this podcast provides a compassionate space to understand the multifaceted nature of our sexual selves. Tuning in feels like gaining access to a candid, confidential forum where nothing is off-limits and everything is examined with respect and intellectual curiosity. For anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of personal or relational dynamics, Sexology offers a trusted, enlightening resource that demystifies the complexities of human sexuality through a scientific and therapeutic lens.
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