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While diving headfirst into a new relationship can be exciting, moving too quickly can put a strain on both you and your partner. If you’ve already rushed into things a little too fast, it’s okay! There are a few simple ways you can take a step back and slow things down. Keep reading to learn how you can fix your rushed relationship without hurting your partner’s feelings.
This article is based on an interview with our professional dating coach, John Keegan, founder of The Awakened Lifestyle. Check out the full interview here.
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QuestionHow do you slow down a relationship without ending it?John Keegan is a Dating Coach and motivational speaker based in New York City. With over 10 years of professional experience, he runs The Awakened Lifestyle, where he uses his expertise in dating, attraction, and social dynamics to help people find love. He teaches and holds dating workshops internationally, from Los Angeles to London and from Rio de Janeiro to Prague. His work has been featured in the New York Times, Humans of New York, and Men's Health.Try to space out the time that you spend together. Instead of meeting up every day or other day, agree to meet once every 4-5 days, or even once a week.
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QuestionWhy is it good to take a relationship slow?John Keegan is a Dating Coach and motivational speaker based in New York City. With over 10 years of professional experience, he runs The Awakened Lifestyle, where he uses his expertise in dating, attraction, and social dynamics to help people find love. He teaches and holds dating workshops internationally, from Los Angeles to London and from Rio de Janeiro to Prague. His work has been featured in the New York Times, Humans of New York, and Men's Health.Slowing down your relationship gives your hormones time to slow down, too. As you slow down your relationship, your hormones will be more regulated, which will help you think and feel more clearly.
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QuestionCan FWB turn into a real relationship?John Keegan is a Dating Coach and motivational speaker based in New York City. With over 10 years of professional experience, he runs The Awakened Lifestyle, where he uses his expertise in dating, attraction, and social dynamics to help people find love. He teaches and holds dating workshops internationally, from Los Angeles to London and from Rio de Janeiro to Prague. His work has been featured in the New York Times, Humans of New York, and Men's Health.Try to turn your relationship into a dating experience. Invite them on official, get-to-know-you types of dates instead of just partying and hooking up.
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- ↑ https://positivepsychology.com/great-self-care-setting-healthy-boundaries/
- ↑ https://positivepsychology.com/communication-in-relationships/
- ↑ John Keegan. Dating Coach. Expert Interview. 29 June 2021.
- ↑ John Keegan. Dating Coach. Expert Interview. 29 June 2021.
- ↑ John Keegan. Dating Coach. Expert Interview. 29 June 2021.
- ↑ John Keegan. Dating Coach. Expert Interview. 29 June 2021.
- ↑ John Keegan. Dating Coach. Expert Interview. 29 June 2021.
- ↑ https://positivepsychology.com/build-trust/
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/get-hardy/201203/the-early-stages-falling-in-love
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