Discover how your nervous system quietly shapes your dating standards after divorce and why learning its signals can change every choice you make.

In this episode, I talk about how your nervous system influences the people you feel drawn to and the patterns that tend to repeat themselves in your dating life. A regulated state helps you choose partners who align with your values. A dysregulated state can pull you toward familiar dynamics that feel intense at first but rarely support the kind of connection you truly want. Have you ever wondered why certain matches feel electric right away or why you keep ending up in situations that don’t serve you?

I walk you through simple ways to check in with yourself so you can notice whether you feel grounded or activated before you swipe, text, or head out on a date. These small moments of awareness help you regulate and make choices from clarity instead of fear. If you’ve been searching for a way to understand your patterns or rebuild trust with yourself after divorce, this episode offers a grounded path forward.

Episode Breakdown:

00:00 Understanding Standards in Post-Divorce Dating

02:57 The Role of the Nervous System in Dating

05:48 Recognizing Dysregulated Dating Behaviors

09:12 The Importance of Grounding and Regulation

11:55 Shifting from Survival Mode to Calm

14:50 Establishing Healthy Standards in Dating

18:02 Practical Techniques for Nervous System Regulation

21:04 Defining Personal Standards for Dating

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