What If Nothing’s Wrong With You?

In this episode of 'What If Nothing's Wrong With You?', hosts Paula D. Atkinson and Lisa K. Kays, dive into the complexities and chaos of online dating. They discuss their clients' experiences, Paula's memories of online dating, and how it can be approached in a relatively sane manner. They explore the impact of societal norms on relationships and the importance of individual preferences, freedom, and self-awareness. The hosts provide practical advice for managing online dating, including treating it as an experiment or skills-building lab. They also emphasize the significance of listening to one's body and give tips on how to gracefully say no to unsuitable matches.00:00 Introduction and Podcast Hosts00:10 Diving into Online Dating00:52 Lady Gaga's New Album and SNL Performance04:15 Mental Health and Celebrity Struggles06:25 Community Building and Conflict Management11:55 Heteronormativity and Relationship Freedom19:42 Online Dating Experiences and Challenges23:04 Dating and Speech Therapy: A Hilarious Connection23:53 The Serial Killer Factor in Dating24:20 Navigating Chemistry and Safety in Dating25:58 The Absurdity of Online Dating28:33 Setting Boundaries and Knowing What You Want33:17 Listening to Your Body's Signals37:26 Using Dating as a Skills-Building Lab39:52 Infinite Permission to Say No43:57 Final Thoughts and Listener Engagement