About this episode

The episode discusses the five biggest dating mistakes that keep people single, featuring insights from dating coach Lana Ricco.

We've all made cringeworthy mistakes in the quest for love (some of us more than others— ahem , Jinah). But according to our guest, there are FIVE big dating missteps that people repeat again and again… and they might just be what's keeping you single. This week, we're joined by dating coach, relationship strategist, and host of the YouTube show Dating Makeover , Lana Ricco (@lana.ricco). She's currently writing a book titled The 5 Biggest Dating Mistakes Keeping You Single (and How to Fix Them) —but lucky for you, she's breaking them all down for us right here. Spoiler: Jinah's guilty of pretty much every single one.

People in this episode

Hosts: Jinah Kim, Daniel Yi

Guest: Lana Ricco

Topics covered

• dating mistakes
• relationships
• dating advice
• self-improvement
• comedy

Keywords

• dating mistakes
• relationship advice
• dating coach
• love
• self-help

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Dating Makeover

Books & works: The 5 Biggest Dating Mistakes Keeping You Single (and How to Fix Them)

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