Dating Dave | Auckland Based Dating Coach

Are You Mistaking Intensity for Intimacy?

June 11, 2025

Some relationships start like a firework show—explosive, exciting, and impossible to ignore. The connection is instant. The messages are constant. The physical chemistry is magnetic. You’re both all in from the start, and it feels like the real deal. But then, something shifts. The attention [...]

Jealousy in the Digital Age – Are You Being Too Controlling or Just Aware?

June 11, 2025

You see them like a bikini pic. They follow someone new—attractive, flirty, local. Their ex’s name still pops up in comments. And suddenly, your chest tightens, your thoughts race, and you start wondering… Am I just being insecure? Or is something actually off? In the age of smartphones and [...]

Dating When You’re the One Healing – Can You Still Find Love?

June 11, 2025

You’ve been through it—maybe a messy breakup, a painful divorce, or the kind of heartbreak that left a scar you’re still learning to live with. You’re not the same person you were before. You’ve grown wiser, maybe a bit more guarded. And now, someone new is interested. You feel something [...]

Breadcrumbing: When They Give Just Enough to Keep You Hooked

June 11, 2025

You get a message late at night—“Thinking of you.” They like your latest post. They send a flirty emoji, just as you were about to forget them. It’s not a date, not a conversation, not even a real effort. But it’s enough to make your heart flutter just a little again. Then silence. Again. [...]

The New Rules of Dating After 40: What Actually Works Now

June 11, 2025

Dating in your 20s was all trial and error. Your 30s brought a bit more intention. But once you hit 40, the whole game changes. Whether you’re newly single after a divorce, have never been married, or are giving love another shot after heartbreak, the dating world after 40 comes with its own set [...]

Is Your Partner Quiet… or Are They Just Not Emotionally Safe?

June 11, 2025

You’re dating someone who’s quiet. They don’t talk much about their feelings. They brush off serious topics or change the subject when things get too real. They say, “I’m just not good at talking about that stuff,” or “I’m not used to being open.” At first, you chalk it up to [...]

Why You Keep Attracting the Same Type – And How to Break the Pattern

June 11, 2025

You swear you’re going to do things differently this time. You’ve had your heart broken before—maybe by someone emotionally unavailable, or manipulative, or just plain wrong for you—and you’re finally ready to move on. But then, somehow, you end up with the same kind of person again. [...]

Situationships Are Still a Thing – But Are You Actually Happy in One?

June 11, 2025

It starts off casual. You meet, you click, you spend time together. There’s no label, no pressure—just vibes. One night turns into a few weeks. You’re texting daily, hooking up, maybe even doing “coupley” things. But whenever you try to bring it up, the answer is always the same: [...]

They’re Not ‘The One’… But They’re Great. Should You Settle?

June 11, 2025

You’re dating someone who treats you well. They’re kind, reliable, and they make an effort. Your friends approve. Your family likes them. And yet… something feels off. You can’t quite put your finger on it. There’s no major red flag—just a quiet feeling that this might not be it. You [...]

Weekend Lovers: Can a Once-a-Week Romance Survive Long Term?

June 11, 2025

You count down the days, rush through your Friday, and by the time you see them, it’s hugs, wine, and catching up like no time has passed. For 48 hours, you’re in your little love bubble—sleeping in, laughing, being close. And then, come Sunday night, it’s goodbye again. They go home. You [...]

Attachment Styles Are Trending – But Are You Using Yours as an Excuse?

June 11, 2025

If you’ve been anywhere near TikTok or Instagram in the past year, you’ve probably seen people throwing around terms like “anxious attachment,” “avoidant,” or “secure” like they’re horoscopes. Suddenly, everyone’s diagnosing themselves—and each other—based on attachment [...]

They’ve Got Kids. You Don’t. Can It Still Work?

June 11, 2025

You meet someone amazing. They’re kind, grounded, and there’s instant chemistry. They also happen to have kids—and you don’t. Suddenly, you’re in territory you might not have expected. Can this actually work? Are you ready for everything that comes with it? And what happens if you fall in [...]

Dating Someone Who’s Emotionally Unavailable: How Long Should You Wait?

June 11, 2025

You meet someone who seems perfect on paper. They’re kind, attractive, smart, and there’s definitely a spark. But something’s missing. They’re inconsistent. They open up one day and shut down the next. They tell you they “really like you” but “aren’t ready” for anything serious. [...]

The Rise of ‘Micro-Cheating’ and Why It’s Ruining Good Relationships

June 11, 2025

You haven’t slept with anyone else. You haven’t even kissed anyone else. But your partner still seems upset. They saw that comment you left on your ex’s photo. They noticed you’ve been DM’ing a coworker a lot. They’re not accusing you of cheating, exactly—but they’re not okay with [...]

How to Flirt Like a Kiwi – Without Looking Like a Try-Hard

June 11, 2025

Let’s be honest—flirting in New Zealand is a subtle art. It’s not flashy. It’s not over-the-top. And it definitely doesn’t involve pickup lines about heaven and angels. Here in Aotearoa, flirting is more like a gentle ripple than a crashing wave. If you’re used to American-style [...]

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