Janet Evans and Dr. Amelia Haines delve into the world of dating over 40, discussing the pros and cons of popular dating apps like Tinder, Bumble, and CougarD. They explore issues of safety, the time-consuming nature of app-based dating, and red flags to watch out for, such as punctuality and financial requests. The episode also touches on STIs, compatibility factors, and the importance of yielding in relationships. With plenty of anecdotes, Janet and Amelia provide a candid look at navigating the dating scene as an older woman.

Key Takeaways:

• Evolution of Dating Apps: From match.com to niche applications like Sizzl and TinDog, the world of online dating has significantly diversified, offering both opportunities and challenges for mature women.

• Time Consumption: Dating apps, while useful, are often time-consuming and demand a lot of effort, emphasizing the importance of balancing online and offline dating methods.

• Safety in Dating: Always prioritize your safety, meet in public places, and consider a background check if necessary. Be aware of red flags such as suspicious financial requests.

• Yielding in Relationships: Successful relationships often require a degree of yielding from both parties, allowing for flexibility and compromise without sacrificing personal boundaries.

• The Role of Compatibility: Ensuring compatibility, whether regarding energy levels or shared interests, is vital for lasting connections.

Notable Quotes:

1. “Meeting people who know friends of yours, that's a very good way of meeting people.” – Dr. Amelia Haines

2. “Dating apps are very time-consuming and very slow.” – Dr. Amelia Haines

3. “You need to yield a little bit. I'm not saying have no boundaries, but just yield that little bit.” – Dr. Amelia Haines

4. “People need to be aware that people aren't always 100% what they present themselves as being.” – Dr. Amelia Haines

5. “It's a numbers game. It's a case of meeting as many people as possible.” – Dr. Amelia Haines

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She Wasn’t Born Yesterday, hosted by Janet Evans, a former M&C Saatchi advertising creative and Dr Amelia Haines, a sexual and relationship therapist, who have written Australia’s first book on empty nest syndrome called Empty Next.

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