245. “Why do I have to do all this work just to be given a chance?” Live Coaching Session
“Why do I have to do all this work just to be given a chance?” In this deeply moving live coaching session, Lily talks with Caleigh—a brilliant late bloomer feeling burned out and heartbroken after years on dating apps. On the surface, it’s dating fatigue. But underneath, they uncover how internalized misogyny shows up in dating: feeling like you have to be less intense, less emotional, or hide your anger just to be seen as desirable. In this episode, you’ll hear: ✨ Why dating can feel like Groundhog Day, especially for late bloomers ✨ How grief and shame linger around never having had a serious relationship ✨ The truth about anger—and why feeling it might change everything in your love life ✨ How perfectionism sneaks into dating and keeps you stuck ✨ Concrete tools to raise your standards without giving up hope If you’ve ever wondered why dating feels like so much work, or worried that your big feelings make you “the problem,” this episode will make you feel seen—and give you practical ways to keep going without losing yourself. Work with Lily: Download the free Essence-Based Preferences Creation Guide: datebrazen.com/workbook Get the book, “Thank You More Please”: datebrazen.com/book 💻 Learn how to work with Lily: datebrazen.com Let’s connect: 📲 Tiktok 📸 Instagram 📺 YouTube Channel
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244. Get Over The Fear of Rejection (Rejection Resilience Side Quest!)
If rejection makes you want to hide under the covers and never date again—this episode is your roadmap back to brave action. Lily shares one of her most painful rejections from her dating life, how it nearly derailed her belief in love, and the five-step Rejection Resilience Side Quest she created to help late bloomers build the skill of shooting their shot without spiraling. Inside this episode: ⚡️ Why rejection feels so dangerous (and why that makes total sense) ⚡️ A 5-step framework to depersonalize “no” and take bold action anyway ⚡️ A rejection aftercare protocol that actually helps you recover faster ⚡️ How building resilience leads to getting more of what you want in love and life This is the most essential skill in dating that no one teaches—until now. 💥 Want more support? Work with Lily: 🔗 Learn about her signature program, Main Character Dating: datebrazen.com/waitlist 🔗 Book: Thank You More Please 🔗 YouTube Channel 🔗 Tiktok 🔗 Instagram
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243. "Why would they like ME?" Busting This Late Bloomer Myth
Ever catch yourself thinking: “Why would they like me? What’s wrong with them for wanting me?” This sneaky belief keeps so many late bloomers stuck in self-doubt, playing small, and avoiding the very love they crave. In this episode, Lily gets personal about how this thought showed up in her own love life—even when she met her now-husband—and shares the powerful mindset shifts and tools you need to bust through this myth for good. Inside: ✨ Why this belief is so common for late bloomers ✨ How it blocks you from trusting healthy connection ✨ The ACK tool to start rewiring your brain for worthiness ✨ Real-life reframes to help you believe, “Of course they like me!” Listen now and start stepping into your main character energy—for love, dating, and beyond. Work with Lily: 🔗 Learn about her signature program, Main Character Dating: datebrazen.com/waitlist 🔗 Book: Thank You More Please 🔗 YouTube Channel 🔗 Tiktok 🔗 Instagram
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Episode Spotlight: The Complete Guide To Finding Love On A Dating App
Think dating apps are the only way to find love—but secretly hate them? Same, friend. In this episode of the Date Brazen Podcast, I’m sharing my complete, no-BS guide to using dating apps in a way that protects your sanity and increases your chances of finding the right relationship. Inside, you’ll learn: → Why deleting and re-downloading apps keeps you stuck → The exact rules for stress-free swiping (hint: 20 minutes a day) → How to write a profile that qualifies the right people—and filters out the wrong ones → Why you should never, ever try to be “chill” in your dating bio Plus, I’m revealing my personal photo rubric and conversation starters that actually spark connection. Dating apps are flawed—but with this episode, you’ll know how to make them work for you. Work with Lily: 🔗 Learn about her signature program, Main Character Dating: datebrazen.com/waitlist 🔗 Book: Thank You More Please 🔗 YouTube Channel 🔗 Tiktok 🔗 Instagram
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Episode Spotlight: How to get over the fear of dating
Dating can feel like a rollercoaster of emotions—excitement, hope, fear, and sometimes, pure panic. In this episode, we’re tackling the fear that keeps so many incredible people stuck on the sidelines. If you’ve ever thought, What if I get rejected? What if I say the wrong thing? What if I’m not enough?—this one’s for you. I’ll walk you through how to move through dating fear with self-compassion, community, and a whole lot of self-trust. Because here’s the truth: fear is normal, and it doesn’t have to be in the driver’s seat. You don’t have to be fearless to find love—you just have to be willing to take messy, brave action toward what you want. Hit play, and let’s reframe your fear into power. Takeaways: ✨ Self-compassion isn’t just nice; it literally helps your body handle stress better. ✨ Feeling afraid to date? That’s human. You’re not alone. ✨ Messy action beats overthinking every time. ✨ The right person won’t need you to perform or say the perfect thing. ✨ If you desire more, it’s because it’s possible for you. Let’s go get you what you want. 💫 Get your free Essence Based Preferences Guide here. Work with Lily: Get Lily’s Book, Thank You More Please HERE. Follow Lily on Instagram and Tiktok. Subscribe to Lily’s Youtube channel HERE.
How do I find the right relationship when dating apps suck? How can I find better dates? How can I deal with that nagging anxiety that no one is out there for me? How can I navigate dating with more confidence and find that right relationship?
Welcome to The Date Brazen Podcast, where we’ll answer ALL of these questions and so much more. Week after week, host, former top matchmaker and dating coach, Lily Womble brings you all the tools, strategies and coaching you need to build a clear path to the best relationship of your life.
After matching hundreds, Lily realized that with training, women can match themselves better than anyone else ever could. Now she helps thousands of women around the world build fulfilling, joyful and successful dating lives on their own terms. She’s here to help you do the same.
If you’re looking for unconventional, feminist leaning dating advice that works, this podcast is for you.
Along with her best kept secrets, Lily will share interviews with experts and live coaching sessions, so you can feel seen, heard and inspired.
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