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Dating
Resources

Sheila

I get asked all the time, "There's so much out there on love - what's actually worth checking out?" So I've compiled a list of all my favorite podcasts, books, and more. I hope you find what you are looking for here, and if you have anything to add, I'd love to hear about it!

Podcasts

The Diary Of A CEO Interview with Dr. Tara Swart

Have you ever want to change your mind? Well what if you changed your brain instead? In this new episode Steven sits down with neuroscientist, executive advisor and author, Dr Tara Swart Bieber.

Where Should We Begin? with Esther Perel

A deep dive into real couples' struggles and therapy sessions with world-renowned relationship expert Esther Perel.

The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos - "Date Like a Scientist"

Behavioral scientist Logan Ury has studied the common mistakes we make when looking for love - and thinks science can show us a better way.

Love, Happiness, and Success with Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby

Covers dating, relationships, and emotional well-being with a mix of science and practical advice.

Books

Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends On It

Kamal Ravikant

A profound story of transformation that teaches you how to heal yourself by learning to love yourself.

The 5 Love Languages

Gary Chapman

A classic on understanding how people give and receive love.

The Science of Happily Ever After

Ty Tashiro

Explores the psychology behind finding and keeping a great partner.

Attached

Amir Levine & Rachel Heller

Explores attachment theory and how it shapes dating and relationships.

How to Not Die Alone

Logan Ury

A research-based guide to making better dating choices.

The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work

John Gottman & Nan Silver

A research-backed guide to strengthening marriage and long-term relationships.

Mating in Captivity

Esther Perel

A fresh take on keeping desire alive in long-term relationships.

Other Links

Matthew Hussey's YouTube Channel

Offers practical dating advice with humor and psychology-based insights.

TED Talk: "How to Make Hard Choices" by Ruth Chang

Great for understanding decision-making in dating and relationships.

TED Talk: "The Secret to Desire in a Long-Term Relationship" by Esther Perel

Discusses how to balance love and passion.

The Gottman Institute

Renowned research-based insights on love, relationships, and marriage.

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