Are Your Expectations Keeping You Single?
02/05/25 • 53 min
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In this episode, Beth sits down with Maria Avgitidis, CEO of Agape Match Making and a fourth-generation matchmaker, to spill the tea on modern love. They chat about the art of matchmaking, the power of self-awareness in dating, and why society's "rules" for relationships could use a serious makeover.
Maria brings her signature wit and wisdom, sharing her journey into the matchmaking biz and unveiling her game-changing "12 Date Rule"—a fresh take on finding emotional and financial compatibility without letting physical attraction steal the show.
From breaking down unrealistic standards to navigating the delicate balance of love, life, and fertility, this episode is packed with laughs, lightbulb moments, and practical tips for dating with purpose. Tune in for an honest, eye-opening conversation that’ll have you rethinking your approach to love.
We Also Talk About:
- Matchmaking and its processes
- Personal journeys and experiences in dating
- Societal narratives and pressures surrounding relationships
- Importance of self-awareness and personal development in finding a partner
- The impact of fertility concerns on dating choices
- Financial and emotional compatibility in relationships
- The differences between matchmaking and dating apps
- The significance of emotional and lifestyle compatibility
- Challenging preconceived notions of attraction and physical attributes
- Strategies for intentional dating, including the "12 date rule"
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In this episode, Beth sits down with Maria Avgitidis, CEO of Agape Match Making and a fourth-generation matchmaker, to spill the tea on modern love. They chat about the art of matchmaking, the power of self-awareness in dating, and why society's "rules" for relationships could use a serious makeover.
Maria brings her signature wit and wisdom, sharing her journey into the matchmaking biz and unveiling her game-changing "12 Date Rule"—a fresh take on finding emotional and financial compatibility without letting physical attraction steal the show.
From breaking down unrealistic standards to navigating the delicate balance of love, life, and fertility, this episode is packed with laughs, lightbulb moments, and practical tips for dating with purpose. Tune in for an honest, eye-opening conversation that’ll have you rethinking your approach to love.
We Also Talk About:
- Matchmaking and its processes
- Personal journeys and experiences in dating
- Societal narratives and pressures surrounding relationships
- Importance of self-awareness and personal development in finding a partner
- The impact of fertility concerns on dating choices
- Financial and emotional compatibility in relationships
- The differences between matchmaking and dating apps
- The significance of emotional and lifestyle compatibility
- Challenging preconceived notions of attraction and physical attributes
- Strategies for intentional dating, including the "12 date rule"
Resources
- Subscribe on YouTube
- Subscribe on Apple Podcasts
- Subscribe on Spotify
- Follow on Instagram
- Follow on TikTok
- Follow on Pinterest
- Therapy Support Website
Affiliate Links:
Osea - Skincare By The Sea - Use code QTCPOD10 to receive a one time use 10% off your order at oseamalibu.com
Mowellens - Organic. Regenerative. - Use this link to check out clean skin care products we love mowellens.com
Bombas - Goods That Do Good - Use code QTC20 to receive 20% off your first order at shopbombas.com
Kuli Kali - Pure Mooring Powder - Use this link to shop some of the delicious superfoods we love kulikulifoods.com
Little Words Project - Built On Kindness - Use code QTC to receive 15% off your first order at littlewordsproject.com
Fusionary Formulas - Discover the Power of Turmeric - Use code QUIETTHECLOCK to receive 15% off your first order at fusionaryformulas.com
MomMed - Caring for Moms, Empowering Families - Shop all of MomMed’s products at mommed.pxf.io/QTC
Reflect - Finding your calm just got simple - Code QTC15 at meetreflect.com/shop?ref=qtc15 to receive 15% off your first order
Deweffect - Why the Deweffect? - Use code Quiet15 for 15% off at www.deweffect.com
Bite - It’s Time To Brush Better - Use code QTC10 for 10% your first order at https://www.bitetoothpastebits.com/QTC10
CalmiGo - Achieve Calm in 3 Minutes - Use code QTC30 for $30 off your first device at calmigo.com.
Blumene - Enhance, tighten, lift and rejuvenate at home - Use Code QTC for 35% off the Best Sellers Collection at https://blumene.com?sca_ref=7556235.ZiTyRI2G2S
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Resources
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Fusionary Formulas - Discover the Power of Turmeric - Use code QUIETTHECLOCK to receive 15% off your first order at fusionaryformulas.com
MomMed - Caring for Moms, Empowering Families - Shop all of MomMed’s products at mommed.pxf.io/QTC
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- Subscribe on YouTube
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- Therapy Support Website
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Osea - Skincare By The Sea - Use code QTCPOD10 to receive a one time use 10% off your order at oseamalibu.com
Mowellens - Organic. Regenerative. - Use this link to check out clean skin care products we love mowellens.com
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Kuli Kali - Pure Mooring Powder - Use this link to shop some of the delicious superfoods we love kulikulifoods.com
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MomMed - Caring for Moms, Empowering Families - Shop all of MomMed’s products at mommed.pxf.io/QTC
Reflect - Finding your calm just got simple - Code QTC15 at meetreflect.com/shop?ref=qtc15 to receive 15% off your first order
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