113: Creating Emotional Safety in Relationships w/ Coach Kavita
113: Creating Emotional Safety in Relationships w/ Coach Kavita  
Podcast: Harder Than Life
Published On: Tue Nov 12 2024
Description: In this episode of Harder Than Life, host Kelly Siegel sits down with Coach Kavita to explore the complexities of love, dating, and self-awareness in the modern world. With over 13 years of experience coaching men to find authentic love, Kavita shares her deeply personal journey, profound insights, and practical advice for navigating the dating world. The conversation covers everything from breaking free of the "nice guy" syndrome to navigating online dating, building genuine connections, and finding self-love. This episode is filled with actionable wisdom, real-life stories, and even a few laughs that you won't want to miss.Key Takeaways:Be Authentic: Authenticity is crucial in dating. Be genuine and true to yourself to attract the right partner.Vulnerability and Emotional Safety Matter: Create and provide emotional safety in relationships by listening and being open.Balance Self-Work with Dating: Don’t completely separate dating and self-growth; find a balance that allows you to connect while still growing.Online Dating Strategies: Great photos and a compelling profile can make all the difference.Avoiding Nice Guy Syndrome: Stop being overly agreeable; assertiveness and self-respect lead to better connections.“A man that cannot feel safe within himself cannot make a woman feel safe.” Coach Kavita’s Links:Website: https://www.kavitacoach.com/Check out Coach Kavita’s Huddle Eleven Elite Program!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dashingdate/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV-X2AGexgElmOQTmNtXo6w Chapters:0:00 - Intro & Episode Overview0:07 - Introducing Coach Kavita: Expert in Dating & Relationships2:34 - Kavita’s Personal Journey and Transformations in Love11:16 - Why Is Dating So Hard?18:27 - Navigating “Nice Guy” Syndrome25:41 - Building Emotional Safety in Relationships30:28 - Online Dating Tips and Strategies39:47 - The Myth of “Focusing on Yourself” Before Dating49:04 - The Huddle Elite Program Overview58:34 - Fun Q&A: Perfect Date Night Ideas1:03:40 - Do’s and Don’ts of Dating1:10:20 - Final Advice for Finding Love1:14:00 - Closing Thoughts and Takeaways Harder than Life Website: https://www.harderthanlife.com/Shop HTL merch: https://harderthanlifeshop.com/Buy the book: https://www.amazon.com/Harder-than-Life-Overcoming-Addiction/dp/1544539126/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2V9ID7MLAX3XX&keywords=harder+than+life+kelly+siegel&qid=1673314631&sprefix=harder+than+life%2Caps%2C98&sr=8-1Business Website: https://www.trustntm.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/harderthanlife.pod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kelly.siegel.71LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-siegel-0146a3YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCncVFeA5P2LrAovuofQQcDgTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kellysiegel71