We collect honest stories to find liberating wisdom for discovery and companionship. Cohosted by marriage & family therapist Candice Candelaria and pastor/spiritual director Matt Barrios; based out of the San Francisco Bay Area. Est. Feb. 2018.
Candice and Matt talk with Mark Scandrette about the many complexities of city life and how they can make dating relationships challenging — but not impossible! Mark has been doing Christian ministry…
Candice and Matt return for the first episode of season 2! This episode is all about where to meet people. And the question they spend a good amount of time on is... where are YOU?
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How about we reflect on and celebrate some of what we’ve learned in a season 1 culmination? Join Candice and Matt as they enjoy a fun retrospective. Plus, they have a special word of blessing and gra…
How do race, ethnicity, dating, and the Gospel all come together? Race is a complicated thing to talk about, and Candice, Matt, and their guest Steve discuss it all in this vulnerable and thoughtful …
So the relationship is progressing… what happens now? In this episode, Candice and Matt talk about serious relationships and how they can trigger fears of intimacy and commitment. Plus, the team chat…
Why are people drawn to one another? Join Candice and Matt as they talk about what tend to be attractive qualities and what theories explain attraction. Plus, they'll consider how living according to…
Ever had a crush on a friend? Or had a friend say they have a crush on you? Candice and Matt interview Emily, who shares her experience dating a longtime pal.
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What can we learn from Cale’s reflections on the end of a relationship? Join Matt and Candice as they chat with Cale about our tendencies toward selfishness in dating. Plus, what about that one wild …
When the breakup happens, where do we go next? Candice and Matt talk about breakups — in the midst of the conversation and in the aftermath. There's hope in knowing that God is always near to the bro…
What do you do when messy, broken stuff comes up in a dating relationship? Is it worth it to keep going? Candice and Matt talk about the brokenness that inevitably surfaces in every relationship, and…
What's on your list for the person you're looking for? What's a core item, what's a preference, and how can you know the difference? Candice and Matt talk about ways that lists can be helpful (or unh…
Growing up, did you have a dream about marriage? Candice and Matt discuss the various ideas we gather about romance and how they impact our approach to dating. What do we do when our dreams aren't fu…
What are the best ways ask someone out, and when is the right time? Candice and Matt discuss their experiences and also some important factors to consider when asking someone out (or saying yes). Wha…
What does it mean to pursue someone, and what's it like to be pursued? Candice and Matt share their experiences and thoughts on the kind of power dynamic that the pursuer/pursuee framework creates. I…
Glad to have you! Get a glimpse of what the show will be like, topics we'll cover, and learn about the hosts, Candice and Matt.
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