Modern Dating Unfiltered: Breaking Norms, Navigating Connections & Embracing Self-Awareness

About this episode

Jessica Jackson and guest Cortenay Crosson discuss the complexities of modern dating, including online dynamics and the importance of self-awareness.

In this episode of Emboldened with Jessica, Jessica sits down with trauma-focused somatic bodyworker Cortenay Crosson to unpack the realities of modern dating. Together they explore how online dating, relationship dynamics, and personal history influence the way we connect today. In This Episode We Discuss • how modern dating culture has evolved • navigating online dating and dating apps • relationship dynamics and genuine connection • setting healthy boundaries in dating • self-awareness and dealing with rejection What would it look like to approach dating with curiosity instead of pressure? 🌿 Connect with Our Guest: Cortenay Crosson If this conversation resonated with you, you can learn more about Cortenay Crosson and the work she does through The Healing Collective, LLC. Website www.CortenayCrosson.com Follow The Healing Collective, LLC Instagram | TikTok | Facebook @TheHealingCollectiveLLC 💛 Support the Show If this episode resonated with you, there are a few meaningful ways you can support Emboldened with Jessica: 🎧 Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite listening platform so you never miss an episode ⭐ Rate and review the show—this helps more people find these…

People in this episode

Host: Jessica Jackson

Guest: Cortenay Crosson

Topics covered

• modern dating
• online dating
• relationship dynamics
• self-awareness
• healthy boundaries

Keywords

• modern dating
• online dating
• relationship dynamics
• self-awareness
• healthy boundaries
• dating apps
• rejection

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Healing Collective, LLC, CortenayCrosson.com

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