Heart of Dating

We're continuing our "Ask Kait" series as she answers YOUR hottest dating questions! Today, Kait answers the question "How can I practice dating without being weird about it?" Are you always saying that there are no ‘good Christian singles'? We have hundreds of eligible singles in our Drop the Hanky Dating Program!  Women: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-girls  Men: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-guys Crushing on a cutie? Download this FREE Resource on how to show interest: https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/how-to-show-interest Want to further your dating knowledge? Check out our ultimate dating library! https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/ultimate-dating-library Kait wrote a book! Snag Thank You For Rejecting Me on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3E59cLQ Want to meet some epic Christian Singles? Join our huge HOD Family on FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartofdatingpodcast Come hang with us on the gram: http://instagram.com/heartofdating http://instagram.com/kaitness . . . . .  A quick thank you to some of our friends! Faithful Counseling: Our #1 resource for affordable, reliable, Christian therapy. You can get 10% off your first month by going to http://getfaithful.com/heartofdating Compassion International: Do you have a burning desire to be a parent but feel stuck in singleness? Do you want to make lasting, powerful impact in your life as a single? We are a proud partner of Compassion International. Our community of singles has sponsored hundreds of kids all around the world, and we'd love to invite you to join us on this compelling mission. http://compassion.com/heartofdating Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're kicking off season 8 with questions from YOU! Listen in as Kait answer's the question "How do I put myself back out into the dating scene?" Are you always saying that there are no ‘good Christian singles'? We have hundreds of eligible singles in our Drop the Hanky Dating Program!  Women: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-girls  Men: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-guys Crushing on a cutie? Download this FREE Resource on how to show interest: https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/how-to-show-interest Want to further your dating knowledge? Check out our ultimate dating library! https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/ultimate-dating-library Kait wrote a book! Snag Thank You For Rejecting Me on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3E59cLQ Want to meet some epic Christian Singles? Join our huge HOD Family on FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartofdatingpodcast Come hang with us on the gram: http://instagram.com/heartofdating http://instagram.com/kaitness . . . . .  A quick thank you to some of our friends! Faithful Counseling: Our #1 resource for affordable, reliable, Christian therapy. You can get 10% off your first month by going to http://getfaithful.com/heartofdating Compassion International: Do you have a burning desire to be a parent but feel stuck in singleness? Do you want to make lasting, powerful impact in your life as a single? We are a proud partner of Compassion International. Our community of singles has sponsored hundreds of kids all around the world, and we'd love to invite you to join us on this compelling mission. http://compassion.com/heartofdating Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are beyond ecstatic to share with you about our BIGGEST news yet.. The Heart of Dating Conference 2022 happening THIS Valentine's Day Weekend February 12th and 13th! You can come virtually from anywhere in the world or join us for a giant watch party in Orlando, Florida! We've brought together some top pastors, speakers, authors, and thought leaders to help EQUIP you with the tools you need to date well! And with our brand new technology, we'll be connected via a CONFERENCE APP and platform where you not only will be able to watch the pre-recorded sessions from anywhere you'd like… but also, you'll be able to CREATE A PROFILE and be able to message with other conference attendees as well as participate in fun mingling events. And did we mention we also have virtual speed dating for everyone? ALL Attendees will be able to: -Build a profile and connect with other singles -Watch sessions live -Live chat with conference attendees -Have access to the schedule conveniently in one location -Access ALL 15+ hours of content after the event! -Join organized meetups in your city Here are just some of the topics we'll be discussing! Singleness, All things Online Dating, Finances, Showing Interest, Flirting, Rejection and Ghosting, Boundaries, Soul Ties, The Friendzone, Discernment...and more! We have speakers including Anthony O'Neal Rich Wilkerson Jr Levi and Jennie Lusko JP Pokluda Luke Lezon Camilo Buchanan Deb Fileta JD Rodgers David Marvin Kat Harris Stephanie May Wilson AND MANY OTHERS… though please note and this is important not ALL the speakers will be live in person in Orlando. Don't miss out on our FIRST EVER HYBRID HOD Conference!!! This is going to be our biggest event yet with over 20+ sessions on practical advice, powerful teachings, AND new ways to meet and connect with other Christian singles! Early Bird Pricing is NOW LIVE through Dec 31st for both virtual registration and in-person tickets. Go to HODC2022.com to get in on this right NOW!

We are beyond ecstatic to share with you about our BIGGEST news yet.. The Heart of Dating Conference 2022 happening THIS Valentine's Day Weekend February 12th and 13th! You can come virtually from anywhere in the world or join us for a giant watch party in Orlando, Florida! We've brought together some top pastors, speakers, authors, and thought leaders to help EQUIP you with the tools you need to date well! And with our brand new technology, we'll be connected via a CONFERENCE APP and platform where you not only will be able to watch the pre-recorded sessions from anywhere you'd like… but also, you'll be able to CREATE A PROFILE and be able to message with other conference attendees as well as participate in fun mingling events. And did we mention we also have virtual speed dating for everyone? ALL Attendees will be able to: -Build a profile and connect with other singles -Watch sessions live -Live chat with conference attendees -Have access to the schedule conveniently in one location -Access ALL 15+ hours of content after the event! -Join organized meetups in your city Here are just some of the topics we'll be discussing! Singleness, All things Online Dating, Finances, Showing Interest, Flirting, Rejection and Ghosting, Boundaries, Soul Ties, The Friendzone, Discernment...and more! We have speakers including Anthony O'Neal Rich Wilkerson Jr Levi and Jennie Lusko JP Pokluda Luke Lezon Camilo Buchanan Deb Fileta JD Rodgers David Marvin Kat Harris Stephanie May Wilson AND MANY OTHERS… though please note and this is important not ALL the speakers will be live in person in Orlando. Don't miss out on our FIRST EVER HYBRID HOD Conference!!! This is going to be our biggest event yet with over 20+ sessions on practical advice, powerful teachings, AND new ways to meet and connect with other Christian singles! Early Bird Pricing is NOW LIVE through Dec 31st for both virtual registration and in-person tickets. Go to HODC2022.com to get in on this right NOW!

Join Kat Harris and Kait Warman as they talk all about how to make the most of online dating and how to avoid swiping into an oblivion. Kat Harris is the host of The Refined Collective Podcast, and Co-Founder of the online publication The Refined Woman. Her first book Sexless in the City hit bookstores April 2021. She coaches and equips women all over the world in dating, relationships, singleness, sexuality, faith and how to build a renewed and healthy biblical sexual ethic rooted in freedom, truth and grace as opposed to the oh-so-common shame and fear narratives so many experienced growing up in evangelical culture.  Ultimately, Kat's vision is for women to know their beauty, identity, worth and value and to experience untapped freedom and joy in their lives regardless of their relationship status.  Are you always saying that there are no ‘good Christian singles'? We have hundreds of eligible singles in our Drop the Hanky Dating Program!  Women: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-girls  Men: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-guys Crushing on a cutie? Download this FREE Resource on how to show interest: https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/how-to-show-interest Want to further your dating knowledge? Check out our ultimate dating library! https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/ultimate-dating-library Kait wrote a book! Snag Thank You For Rejecting Me on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3E59cLQ Want to meet some epic Christian Singles? Join our huge HOD Family on FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartofdatingpodcast Come hang with us on the gram: http://instagram.com/heartofdating http://instagram.com/kaitness . . . . .  A quick thank you to some of our friends Upward: Our favorite dating app! It's a catered community of faith-focused singles looking for a real meaningful relationship to lead to marriage. Be sure + download their app in the app store: https://dateupward.me/HoDPodcast Faithful Counseling: Our #1 resource for affordable, reliable, Christian therapy. You can get 10% off your first month by going to http://getfaithful.com/heartofdating

Join Kat Harris and Kait Warman as they talk all about how to make the most of online dating and how to avoid swiping into an oblivion. Kat Harris is the host of The Refined Collective Podcast, and Co-Founder of the online publication The Refined Woman. Her first book Sexless in the City hit bookstores April 2021. She has also been a full-time photographer for the last decade with her work featured in: The New York Times, WWD, Vanity Fair, GQ, Forbes, People, Who What Wear, US Weekly, Glamour UK, and more. She coaches and equips women all over the world in dating, relationships, singleness, sexuality, faith and how to build a renewed and healthy biblical sexual ethic rooted in freedom, truth and grace as opposed to the oh-so-common shame and fear narratives so many experienced growing up in evangelical culture. Kat loves God, personal development, a good Beyoncé dance party, + is a Ranch dressing connoisseur. She believes in the power of story, that done is better than perfect, quality triumphs quantity, and that the journey truly is the destination. Ultimately, her vision is for women to know their beauty, identity, worth and value and to experience untapped freedom and joy in their lives regardless of their relationship status. Are you always saying that there are no ‘good Christian singles'? We have hundreds of eligible singles in our Drop the Hanky Dating Program! Women: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-girls Men: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-guys Crushing on a cutie? Download this FREE Resource on how to show interest: https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/how-to-show-interest Want to further your dating knowledge? Check out our ultimate dating library! https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/ultimate-dating-library Kait wrote a book! Snag Thank You For Rejecting Me on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3E59cLQ Want to meet some epic Christian Singles? Join our huge HOD Family on FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartofdatingpodcast Come hang with us on the gram: http://instagram.com/heartofdating http://instagram.com/kaitness . . . . . A quick thank you to some of our friends! Upward: Our favorite dating app! It's a catered community of faith-focused singles looking for a real meaningful relationship to lead to marriage. Be sure + download their app in the app store: https://dateupward.me/HoDPodcast Faithful Counseling: Our #1 resource for affordable, reliable, Christian therapy. You can get 10% off your first month by going to http://getfaithful.com/heartofdating

Karrie Scott Garcia joins to tell her testimony and to talk about how to reclaim your worth and why understanding it is so important to date well.  As a pastor, life coach, author and CEO, Karrie Garcia has been inspiring change in others by boldly sharing her journey to freedom. Karrie is not afraid to wade through deep waters, because she has seen firsthand how God's true redemptive purpose for our lives does not begin once we're free from pain, rather it stems directly out of that pain. Today, Karrie is on a mission to redefine freedom for others through her nonprofit, Freedom Movement. Since 2014, she has fostered an environment at Freedom Movement where anyone can begin to process and heal, whether they're taking their first or their last step on the road to freedom through the organization's tours, events, workshops and one-on-one coaching. Karrie is also the author of The Exchange, an interactive nine-week course through which she guides individuals and groups from hurting to hope with readings, videos and reflections. Are you always saying that there are no ‘good Christian singles'? We have hundreds of eligible singles in our Drop the Hanky Dating Program! Women: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-girls Men: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-guys Crushing on a cutie? Download this FREE Resource on how to show interest: https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/how-to-show-interest Want to further your dating knowledge? Check out our ultimate dating library! https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/ultimate-dating-library Kait wrote a book! Snag Thank You For Rejecting Me on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3E59cLQ Want to meet some epic Christian Singles? Join our huge HOD Family on FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartofdatingpodcast Come hang with us on the gram: http://instagram.com/heartofdating http://instagram.com/kaitness . . . . . A quick thank you to some of our friends! Faithful Counseling: Our #1 resource for affordable, reliable, Christian therapy. You can get 10% off your first month by going to http://getfaithful.com/heartofdating Compassion International: Do you have a burning desire to be a parent but feel stuck in singleness? Do you want to make a lasting, powerful impact in your life as a single? We are a proud partner of Compassion International. Our community of singles has sponsored hundreds of kids all around the world, and we'd love to invite you to join us on this compelling mission. http://compassion.com/heartofdating

Davey and Kristi Blackburn of "Nothing is Wasted" share their testimony of tragedy, redemption, and how the Lord can transform pain into purpose. Davey is a writer, speaker, pastor, and podcaster. He is the creator of the Pain to Purpose Course and author of Nothing is Wasted: A true story of hope, forgiveness, and finding purpose in pain (Releasing Jan 2022) and The Pain to Purpose 42-Day Devotional. Kristi is a Physician Assistant who became a stay at home mom and now online wellness coach. She is a co-author of root + marrow cookbook, a collection of allergy-friendly, whole-food, full-flavored recipes for busy families. Her passion is empowering people to take back their health using food as medicine by addressing how they interact with the eight dimensions of wellness. Davey and Kristi founded Nothing is Wasted Ministries to help people partner with God to take back their story. They live in Indianapolis, IN with their three kids, Natalia, Weston, and Cohen and their two dogs, Charlie and Henry. Are you always saying that there are no ‘good Christian singles'? We have hundreds of eligible singles in our Drop the Hanky Dating Program! Women: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-girls Men: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-guys Crushing on a cutie? Download this FREE Resource on how to show interest: https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/how-to-show-interest Want to further your dating knowledge? Check out our ultimate dating library! https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/ultimate-dating-library Kait wrote a book! Snag Thank You For Rejecting Me on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3E59cLQ Want to meet some epic Christian Singles? Join our huge HOD Family on FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartofdatingpodcast Come hang with us on the gram: http://instagram.com/heartofdating http://instagram.com/kaitness . . . . . A quick thank you to some of our friends! Faithful Counseling: Our #1 resource for affordable, reliable, Christian therapy. You can get 10% off your first month by going to http://getfaithful.com/heartofdating Compassion International: Do you have a burning desire to be a parent but feel stuck in singleness? Do you want to make a lasting, powerful impact in your life as a single? We are a proud partner of Compassion International. Our community of singles has sponsored hundreds of kids all around the world, and we'd love to invite you to join us on this compelling mission. http://compassion.com/heartofdating

Founder and CEO of the Sanctuary Project comes on to talk about her testimony of overcoming abuse and addiction. She also tells her healing journey story of how she learned to love again. Holly Christine Hayes is Founder + CEO of Sanctuary Project, a survivor-run nonprofit social enterprise employing and empowering women who've survived lives of trafficking, violence and addiction in Austin,TX. Holly was rescued out of a life of trauma nearly 20 years ago and knows the path to recovery can be long and rocky. Her vision and leadership create a safe space for other survivors to grow in practical skills, unleash their creativity, embrace their femininity, and heal their hearts – all in community with other survivors. Sanctuary Project was named "Business to Watch" by Austin Woman Magazine in 2020 and has been featured by media outlets such as Good Morning America, The Real and NBCLX. An award-winning author of the book From Basement to Sanctuary, Holly is passionate about sharing her vulnerable journey of healing. She speaks in jails, churches, recovery communities and conferences all over the globe. Holly and her husband, Jeff, enjoy life on a hobby farm and vineyard outside of Austin, with their chickens, goats, cows, dogs and their one-year-old daughter Havana. Website: https://sanctuaryproject.com/ Video: https://sanctuaryproject.com/about/ Target: https://www.target.com/sp/sanctuary-project/-/N-10005040 Instagram: @hollychristinehayes; @sanctuary_project Facebook: @HollyChristineHayes; @wearesanctuaryproject Trigger Warning: Please be advised that this episode discusses domestic violence and abuse. These topics may be sensitive and potential triggers for some listeners. If you or someone you know is facing an abusive relationship, please call the National Domestic Abuse Hotline at 1-(800)-799-7233 Trafficking Hotline: If you or someone you know is showing signs of being trafficked, please contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline 1 (888) 373-7888 Are you always saying that there are no ‘good Christian singles'? We have hundreds of eligible singles in our Drop the Hanky Dating Program! Women: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-girls Men: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-guys Crushing on a cutie? Download this FREE Resource on how to show interest: https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/how-to-show-interest Want to further your dating knowledge? Check out our ultimate dating library! https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/ultimate-dating-library Kait wrote a book! Snag Thank You For Rejecting Me on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3E59cLQ Want to meet some epic Christian Singles? Join our huge HOD Family on FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartofdatingpodcast Come hang with us on the gram: http://instagram.com/heartofdating http://instagram.com/kaitness . . . . . A quick thank you to some of our friends! Faithful Counseling: Our #1 resource for affordable, reliable, Christian therapy. You can get 10% off your first month by going to http://getfaithful.com/heartofdating Compassion International: Do you have a burning desire to be a parent but feel stuck in singleness? Do you want to make a lasting, powerful impact in your life as a single? We are a proud partner of Compassion International. Our community of singles has sponsored hundreds of kids all around the world, and we'd love to invite you to join us on this compelling mission. http://compassion.com/heartofdating

Kait is joined by 7 members of the Heart of Dating Community to talk about why community and friendship is so important in singleness and dating! Anthony is an elementary band and orchestra teacher in central Maryland, outside of Washington, DC. He is a percussionist, loves the water, and enjoys salsa and bachata dancing. As a recent transplant to LA, Jen Daramola enjoys exploring beaches and going on random food tours. When she's not at the beach, Jen enjoys sports, coffee, and music. Jecca is a life-long New Englander, and drives like a true Bostonian, but actually smiles at people making new friends everywhere she goes and sees everything as an adventure. She's a paramedical foot care specialist, former multi-location salon owner/entrepreneur particularly passionate about developing people and mentoring those most in need of opportunity-advancing life skills, and is always ready to tell the reason for the hope that she has. Right now she's most focused on being a present, deeply-invested disciple-making mom to her own two daughters. Courtney is a Tennessee girl, business owner, dog mom, recovering people pleaser and self-care advocate. Her life mission is to encourage young adults to live their best lives authentically and unapologetically no matter the chapter of life they find themselves in. Vice president of a truck line in Memphis, Eric is deeply involved in his church and works a variety of jobs in sports on the side. When not at church or a game (or on the HOD FB page), Eric is usually playing with his nephews or planning/daydreaming his next national park vacation. Claudia, is a Texan who loves to worship, travel, cook, hike, Two step, and spend mornings at the beach. When she can, Claudia loves to lend a helping hand where she is able; helping and encouraging others brings her joy. Liam is a hotel night supervisor in Brisbane, Australia. He is a guitarist/vocalist (in the car, anyway) and spends his free time having a Netflix binge, expanding his LEGO collection and searching for the best ramen in town. Are you always saying that there are no ‘good Christian singles'? We have hundreds of eligible singles in our Drop the Hanky Dating Program! Women: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-girls Men: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-guys Crushing on a cutie? Download this FREE Resource on how to show interest: https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/how-to-show-interest Want to further your dating knowledge? Check out our ultimate dating library! https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/ultimate-dating-library Kait wrote a book! Snag Thank You For Rejecting Me on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3E59cLQ Want to meet some epic Christian Singles? Join our huge HOD Family on FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartofdatingpodcast Come hang with us on the gram: http://instagram.com/heartofdating http://instagram.com/kaitness . . . . . A quick thank you to some of our friends! Faithful Counseling: Our #1 resource for affordable, reliable, Christian therapy. You can get 10% off your first month by going to http://getfaithful.com/heartofdating Compassion International: Do you have a burning desire to be a parent but feel stuck in singleness? Do you want to make lasting, powerful impact in your life as a single? We are a proud partner of Compassion International. Our community of singles has sponsored hundreds of kids all around the world, and we'd love to invite you to join us on this compelling mission. http://compassion.com/heartofdating

What's it like being a Christian, Single man? Join JJ, Gareth, and Jason all from the Men's Community here at Heart of Dating as they discuss what it's like being a Christian, single dude! JJ Tomlin is a missionary kid born in Belgium, originally from Tennessee, and currently residing in the OC. He currently works in Gaming/E-Commerce, enjoys watching his Tennessee Titans on Sundays with his Goldendoodle Teddy and loves working with Christian men to raise the bar in singleness and dating. Jason Raine is an LA native, born and raised. He currently serves as a young adult's leader and works a full-time job in Telecommunications. Jason came to know the Lord as a young adult and has a passion for serving in young adults' ministry. Jason loves technology and world missions. He just recently came back from a mission trip in Serbia, where he partnered and ministered to young adults. Gareth Pon is a South African born, Los Angeles Dwelling, Creative Director, Effulgent Daydreamer, Multifaceted Maker, Photographer, Storyteller and at some stage Africa's Top Instagrammer. Gareth is a big dreamer and believes everyone should have at least one ridiculous dream they believe can come true. Since he can remember, his dream has been to go to space. Are you always saying that there are no ‘good Christian singles'? We have hundreds of eligible singles in our Drop the Hanky Dating Program! Women: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-girls Men: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-guys Crushing on a cutie? Download this FREE Resource on how to show interest: https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/how-to-show-interest Want to further your dating knowledge? Check out our ultimate dating library! https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/ultimate-dating-library Kait wrote a book! Snag Thank You For Rejecting Me on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3E59cLQ Want to meet some epic Christian Singles? Join our huge HOD Family on FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartofdatingpodcast Come hang with us on the gram: http://instagram.com/heartofdating http://instagram.com/kaitness . . . . . A quick thank you to some of our friends! Faithful Counseling: Our #1 resource for affordable, reliable, Christian therapy. You can get 10% off your first month by going to http://getfaithful.com/heartofdating Compassion International: Do you have a burning desire to be a parent but feel stuck in singleness? Do you want to make lasting, powerful impact in your life as a single? We are a proud partner of Compassion International. Our community of singles has sponsored hundreds of kids all around the world, and we'd love to invite you to join us on this compelling mission. http://compassion.com/heartofdating

Wondering where all the eligible Christian Singles are? Join Kait for this minisode as she debunks the myth that there are none out there. Are you always saying that there are no ‘good Christian singles'? We have hundreds of eligible singles in our Drop the Hanky Dating Program! Women: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-girls Men: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-guys Crushing on a cutie? Download this FREE Resource on how to show interest: https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/how-to-show-interest Want to further your dating knowledge? Check out our ultimate dating library! https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/ultimate-dating-library Kait wrote a book! Snag Thank You For Rejecting Me on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3E59cLQ Want to meet some epic Christian Singles? Join our huge HOD Family on FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartofdatingpodcast Come hang with us on the gram: http://instagram.com/heartofdating http://instagram.com/kaitness . . . . . A quick thank you to some of our friends! Faithful Counseling: Our #1 resource for affordable, reliable, Christian therapy. You can get 10% off your first month by going to http://getfaithful.com/heartofdating Compassion International: Do you have a burning desire to be a parent but feel stuck in singleness? Do you want to make lasting, powerful impact in your life as a single? We are a proud partner of Compassion International. Our community of singles has sponsored hundreds of kids all around the world, and we'd love to invite you to join us on this compelling mission. http://compassion.com/heartofdating

Kait brings on the one and only Christine Caine to discuss how to overcome disappointment, feelings of wanting to give up, and how to find God amidst it all. Christine Caine – Christine Caine is an Australian born, Greek blooded, lover of Jesus, a sought-after international speaker, author and activist. Known for her ability to effectively communicate a message of hope, Christine has a heart for reaching the lost, strengthening leadership, and championing the cause of justice. Together with her husband, Nick, she founded the anti-human trafficking organization,The A21Campaign–a recipient of the Mother Theresa Memorial Award for their work combating human trafficking among refugees. They also foundedPropel Women, an organization designed to celebrate every woman's passion, purpose, and potential. Christine andNick make their home in Southern California with their daughters, Catherine and Sophia. Are you always saying that there are no ‘good Christian singles'? We have hundreds of eligible singles in our Drop the Hanky Dating Program! Women: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-girls Men: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-guys Crushing on a cutie? Download this FREE Resource on how to show interest: https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/how-to-show-interest Want to further your dating knowledge? Check out our ultimate dating library! https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/ultimate-dating-library Kait wrote a book! Snag Thank You For Rejecting Me on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3E59cLQ Want to meet some epic Christian Singles? Join our huge HOD Family on FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartofdatingpodcast Come hang with us on the gram: http://instagram.com/heartofdating http://instagram.com/kaitness . . . . . A quick thank you to some of our friends! Faithful Counseling: Our #1 resource for affordable, reliable, Christian therapy. You can get 10% off your first month by going to http://getfaithful.com/heartofdating Compassion International: Do you have a burning desire to be a parent but feel stuck in singleness? Do you want to make lasting, powerful impact in your life as a single? We are a proud partner of Compassion International. Our community of singles has sponsored hundreds of kids all around the world, and we'd love to invite you to join us on this compelling mission. http://compassion.com/heartofdating

Kait continues the conversation on ethnic differences in dating by bringing on Susie Gamez to the show to share her own experiences being in an interracial relationship. Susie is Canadian by birth, Korean by heritage, Mexican by marriage and American by immigration. She is passionate about matters surrounding reconciliation, racial justice and the Gospel. Susie and her husband Marcos met at Fuller Theological Seminary while getting their M.A. in Intercultural Studies and now have 4 beautiful LatAsian children. After serving as a youth pastor and church planter in South Central L.A. for 14 years, Susie continues to teach and preach around the country and now lives in Long Beach, CA. Are you always saying that there are no ‘good Christian singles'? We have hundreds of eligible singles in our Drop the Hanky Dating Program! Women: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-girls Men: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-guys Crushing on a cutie? Download this FREE Resource on how to show interest: https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/how-to-show-interest Want to further your dating knowledge? Check out our ultimate dating library! https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/ultimate-dating-library Kait wrote a book! Snag Thank You For Rejecting Me on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3E59cLQ Want to meet some epic Christian Singles? Join our huge HOD Family on FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartofdatingpodcast Come hang with us on the gram: http://instagram.com/heartofdating http://instagram.com/kaitness . . . . . A quick thank you to some of our friends! Faithful Counseling: Our #1 resource for affordable, reliable, Christian therapy. You can get 10% off your first month by going to http://getfaithful.com/heartofdating Compassion International: Do you have a burning desire to be a parent but feel stuck in singleness? Do you want to make a lasting, powerful impact in your life as a single? We are a proud partner of Compassion International. Our community of singles has sponsored hundreds of kids all around the world, and we'd love to invite you to join us on this compelling mission. http://compassion.com/heartofdating

Should you not date someone based on their sexual past? Kait talks about not only how to set physical boundaries but also how you should approach someone's sexual past. Are you always saying that there are no ‘good Christian singles'? We have hundreds of eligible singles in our Drop the Hanky Dating Program! Women: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-girls Men: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-guys Crushing on a cutie? Download this FREE Resource on how to show interest: https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/how-to-show-interest Want to further your dating knowledge? Check out our ultimate dating library! https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/ultimate-dating-library Kait wrote a book! Snag Thank You For Rejecting Me on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3E59cLQ Want to meet some epic Christian Singles? Join our huge HOD Family on FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartofdatingpodcast Come hang with us on the gram: http://instagram.com/heartofdating http://instagram.com/kaitness . . . . . A quick thank you to some of our friends! Faithful Counseling: Our #1 resource for affordable, reliable, Christian therapy. You can get 10% off your first month by going to http://getfaithful.com/heartofdating Compassion International: Do you have a burning desire to be a parent but feel stuck in singleness? Do you want to make lasting, powerful impact in your life as a single? We are a proud partner of Compassion International. Our community of singles has sponsored hundreds of kids all around the world, and we'd love to invite you to join us on this compelling mission. http://compassion.com/heartofdating

Does it matter what political party they affiliate themselves with? Kait brings on Ashley Abercrombie to dive deep into the topics of politics, stances, and humility in dating. Ashley Abercrombie is the author of Rise of the Truth Teller and Love is the Resistance: Learn to Disagree, Resolve the Conflicts You've Been Avoiding and Create Real Change. She is the co-host of the Why Tho Podcast with Tiffany Bluhm, and her work is featured in Oprahmag.com, Scary Mommy, Relevant and Darling magazines, Life Today, 100 Huntley Street, The Purpose Show and more. Ashley lives in Los Angeles with her partner and three children. Are you always saying that there are no ‘good Christian singles'? We have hundreds of eligible singles in our Drop the Hanky Dating Program! Women: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-girls Men: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-guys Crushing on a cutie? Download this FREE Resource on how to show interest: https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/how-to-show-interest Want to further your dating knowledge? Check out our ultimate dating library! https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/ultimate-dating-library Kait wrote a book! Snag Thank You For Rejecting Me on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3E59cLQ Want to meet some epic Christian Singles? Join our huge HOD Family on FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartofdatingpodcast Come hang with us on the gram: http://instagram.com/heartofdating http://instagram.com/kaitness . . . . . A quick thank you to some of our friends! Faithful Counseling: Our #1 resource for affordable, reliable, Christian therapy. You can get 10% off your first month by going to http://getfaithful.com/heartofdating Compassion International: Do you have a burning desire to be a parent but feel stuck in singleness? Do you want to make a lasting, powerful impact in your life as a single? We are a proud partner of Compassion International. Our community of singles has sponsored hundreds of kids all around the world, and we'd love to invite you to join us on this compelling mission. http://compassion.com/heartofdating

Does it matter what political party they affiliate themselves with? Kait brings on Ashley Abercrombie to dive deep into the topics of politics, stances, and humility in dating. Ashley Abercrombie is the author of Rise of the Truth Teller and Love is the Resistance: Learn to Disagree, Resolve the Conflicts You've Been Avoiding and Create Real Change. She is the co-host of the Why Tho Podcast with Tiffany Bluhm, and her work is featured in Oprahmag.com, Scary Mommy, Relevant and Darling magazines, Life Today, 100 Huntley Street, The Purpose Show and more. Ashley lives in Los Angeles with her partner and three children. Are you always saying that there are no ‘good Christian singles'? We have hundreds of eligible singles in our Drop the Hanky Dating Program! Women: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-girls Men: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-guys Crushing on a cutie? Download this FREE Resource on how to show interest: https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/how-to-show-interest Want to further your dating knowledge? Check out our ultimate dating library! https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/ultimate-dating-library Kait wrote a book! Snag Thank You For Rejecting Me on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3E59cLQ Want to meet some epic Christian Singles? Join our huge HOD Family on FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartofdatingpodcast Come hang with us on the gram: http://instagram.com/heartofdating http://instagram.com/kaitness . . . . . A quick thank you to some of our friends! Faithful Counseling: Our #1 resource for affordable, reliable, Christian therapy. You can get 10% off your first month by going to http://getfaithful.com/heartofdating Compassion International: Do you have a burning desire to be a parent but feel stuck in singleness? Do you want to make a lasting, powerful impact in your life as a single? We are a proud partner of Compassion International. Our community of singles has sponsored hundreds of kids all around the world, and we'd love to invite you to join us on this compelling mission. http://compassion.com/heartofdating

Gareth Pon is a South African born, Los Angeles Dwelling, Creative Director, Effulgent Daydreamer, Multifaceted Maker, Photographer, Storyteller and at some stage Africa's Top Instagrammer. Gareth is a big dreamer and believes everyone should have at least one ridiculous dream they believe can come true. Since he can remember, his dream has been to go to space. Abigail is an emerging leader in the anti-human trafficking field; she believes that shifting culture starts with telling stories. As the Brand Manager, Abigail assists in shaping content that changes the culture's view of exploitation. Preceding her time at Elevate Academy, she equipped anti-trafficking organizations in the developing world with innovative marketing strategies. Gabriella Aspuru is the community and creative manager of the Heart of Dating. She's a Connecticut-raised “Gilmore Girl” who currently calls South Florida home. She's passionate about helping others find community, steward healthy relationships, and encouraging them to find their identities in Christ first. She loves going on Jeep adventures with her fur-baby, Naomi, and making others laugh through the Heart of Dating TikTok. Are you always saying that there are no ‘good Christian singles'? We have hundreds of eligible singles in our Drop the Hanky Dating Program! Women: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-girls Men: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-guys Crushing on a cutie? Download this FREE Resource on how to show interest: https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/how-to-show-interest Want to further your dating knowledge? Check out our ultimate dating library! https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/ultimate-dating-library Kait wrote a book! Snag Thank You For Rejecting Me on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3E59cLQ Want to meet some epic Christian Singles? Join our huge HOD Family on FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartofdatingpodcast Come hang with us on the gram: http://instagram.com/heartofdating http://instagram.com/kaitness . . . . . A quick thank you to some of our friends! Faithful Counseling: Our #1 resource for affordable, reliable, Christian therapy. You can get 10% off your first month by going to http://getfaithful.com/heartofdating Compassion International: Do you have a burning desire to be a parent but feel stuck in singleness? Do you want to make lasting, powerful impact in your life as a single? We are a proud partner of Compassion International. Our community of singles has sponsored hundreds of kids all around the world, and we'd love to invite you to join us on this compelling mission. http://compassion.com/heartofdating

"Chronic Illness affects 1 in 3 people... but we don't talk about it enough! Today we are and specifically how it affects dating."

Kait talks about common fears when it comes to dating someone with a weight difference and discusses what it means to truly be healthy.

Kait talks about common stereotypes between men and women and why height really differences really don't matter!

Kait talks about the different fear, testimonies and aspects into one of the most considered factors when it comes to dating: Age Differences.

In today's minisode, Kait talks about what to really look for when it comes to dating someone. Our non-negotiable list! But the question is, how do we actively look for a work in progress person (just like us!) that you can love and serve with?

Our LGBTQ+ Series comes to a close today as we get into a deep conversation with Kat LaPrairie, as she shares her story and journey on how she experiences gender dysphoria, gender stereotyping and how the church was able to get her though that season of her life.We urge you to keep an open mind while listening to this episode as we listen to his story and perspective. As we embark on this journey diving into gender, faith, and sexuality we must first remember to lead in humility with open ears and open hearts.

What does the church think about transgender identity?

What does the church think about transgender identity?

What does the church think about transgender identity?

Our LGBTQ+ Series continues today as we get into a deep conversation with Sam Allberry, a single Christian man who is same sex attracted and currently speaks around the world as a pastor, preacher and apologist. We urge you to keep an open mind while listening to this episode as we listen to his story and perspective. As we embark on this journey diving into gender, faith, and sexuality we must first remember to lead in humility with open ears and open hearts.

Our LGBTQ+ Series continues today as we interview Preston Perry, husband to Jackie Hill Perry, whois someone who is same-sex attracted. (Yes, It's possible!) We urge you to keep an open mind while listening to this episode as we listen to his story and perspective. As we embark on this journey diving into gender, faith, and sexuality we must first remember to lead in humility with open ears and open hearts. Today, Preston Perry shares his beautiful story of his wife and him as they both walked through this journey together.

Our LGBTQ+ Series continues today as we interview Preston Perry, husband to Jackie Hill Perry, whois someone who is same-sex attracted. (Yes, It's possible!) We urge you to keep an open mind while listening to this episode as we listen to his story and perspective. As we embark on this journey diving into gender, faith, and sexuality we must first remember to lead in humility with open ears and open hearts. Today, Preston Perry shares his beautiful story of his wife and him as they both walked through this journey together.

We are continuing our LGBTQ+ series as we interview Laurie Krieg, a same-sex attracted woman who is married to a man. In this episode, she goes deep into the true biblical meaning of marriage AND singleness. She also shares her journey of being a woman attracted to other women, and how it's impacted her marriage.

Greg Coles is a single, gay Christian who joins the show to discuss his journey, his story, and how we can best love our LGBTQ+ brothers and sisters. Greg Coles is the author of Single, Gay, Christian: A Personal Journey of Faith and Sexual Identity (IVP, 2017) and No Longer Strangers: Finding Belonging in a World of Alienation (IVP, 2021). He holds a PhD in English from Penn State and lives in central Pennsylvania, where he works as a writer, speaker, and worship leader. Greg is a frequent contributor with organizations like Revoice and The Center for Faith, Sexuality & Gender, and curates most of his creative activities at gregorycoles.com. Are you always saying that there are no ‘good Christian singles'? We have hundreds of eligible singles in our Drop the Hanky Dating Program!  Women: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-girls  Men: https://www.heartofdating.com/dth-guys Crushing on a cutie? Download this FREE Resource on how to show interest: https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/how-to-show-interest Want to further your dating knowledge? Check out our ultimate dating library! https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/ultimate-dating-library Kait wrote a book! Snag Thank You For Rejecting Me on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3E59cLQ Want to meet some epic Christian Singles? Join our huge HOD Family on FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartofdatingpodcast Come hang with us on the gram: http://instagram.com/heartofdating http://instagram.com/kaitness . . . . .  A quick thank you to some of our friends! Faithful Counseling: Our #1 resource for affordable, reliable, Christian therapy. You can get 10% off your first month by going to http://getfaithful.com/heartofdating Compassion International: Do you have a burning desire to be a parent but feel stuck in singleness? Do you want to make lasting, powerful impact in your life as a single? We are a proud partner of Compassion International. Our community of singles has sponsored hundreds of kids all around the world, and we'd love to invite you to join us on this compelling mission. http://compassion.com/heartofdating

We are continuing our LGBTQ+ series as we interview a single, gay Christian man. Yes, we said gay Christian! Indeed there is a linguistic debate concerning those who are Christian and living by a traditionally Christian view of marriage on whether to use the term gay or same sex attracted. We urge you to keep an open mind while listening to this episode and fully hear Greg's story. As we embark on this journey diving into gender, faith, and sexuality we must first remember to lead in humility with open ears and open hearts. Today, Greg Coles joins the show to discuss his journey, his story, and how we can best love our LGBTQ+ brothers and sisters.

Season 7 of the Heart of Dating Podcast is here! This season Kait Warman is diving deep into nuanced topics surrounding faith, sexuality, and gender identity. Today, Heart of Dating is starting the season off strong with an episode on how to live a "love-charged" life. As we embark on this journey of untangling some of these conversations, we must first remember to lead in humility with open ears and open hearts. Today, a former atheist and gay activist, David Bennett, joins the show to discuss his journey, his story, and how we can learn to build a bridge between the church and the LGBTQ+ Community.

Season 7 of the Heart of Dating Podcast is here! This season Kait Warman is diving deep into nuanced topics surrounding faith, sexuality, and gender identity. Today, Heart of Dating is starting the season off strong with an episode on how to live a "love-charged" life. As we embark on this journey of untangling some of these conversations, we must first remember to lead in humility with open ears and open hearts. Today, a former atheist and gay activist, David Bennett, joins the show to discuss his journey, his story, and how we can learn to build a bridge between the church and the LGBTQ+ Community.

Several years ago Kait started wrestling with the complex and nuanced topics of gender, faith, and sexuality. In this process, she noticed that so many of her influences came from being told corporately what to believe, versus having true, meaningful relationships with people actually wrestling with these topic. So she decided to change that. She started having more conversations with her gay and trans* friends. She purposefully had numerous in depth-conversations with Christians who ranged all across the board theologically when it came to this topic. Within this journey there have been a lot of both practical and theological questions she has had to research and wrestle with. But what she couldn't get past in all her years of wrestling were the STORIES she heard behind every single LGBTQ+ individual she came in contact with. Stories of pain… of being abandoned… of feeling suicidal…of being so painfully confused...of being kicked out of their church… of being shunned and unaccepted by their own friends and families…of not feeling heard...of feeling like they were all alone in their journeys. Today, as a podcast focused on love and relationships, the Heart of Dating embarks on a journey to share some of these beautiful stories. Our ultimate goal is to create a safe and compassionate environment for all LGBTQ+ people as well as anyone currently wrestling with their sexuality or gender identity….many of whom may feel marginalized and ostracized by religion today. We also hope this series will expand your mindset, ignite a fiery compassion on your hearts, and will challenge you to come alongside those in your life who identify as LGBTQ+ with more love and grace. If you are thinking you will walk away from this series with all your questions answered and feel PERFECTLY equipped, well my friends, that just is not realistic. This series is meant to be a conversation STARTER. We pray it motivates you to continue on the journey and feel more equipped to have healthy, nuanced, compassionate dialogues on the topics of faith, sexuality and gender. We need to feel the weight and the real lives of a diverse mix of REAL people from the stories of the guests being featured on this series. WHY? Because these stories are the reality for so many. Oftentimes our LBGTQ+ brothers and sisters do not feel the weight of our compassion, our hearts to understand, our hearts to come alongside of them… they only hear our hearts to change them, shun them, or disagree with them. We have found that it is especially paramount that we lead with compassion above all and HEAR every word that the guests have to share about their stories and experience as Christian men and women. It can become easy- especially if you're straight and have not struggled with same-sex attraction or gender dysphoria- to talk about ALL of this as an issue or an argument to win. But as our dear friend Preston Sprinkle says, even if you land theologically with a transitionally christian view of marriage, might we implore you to consider that your truth will never be heard until your grace and compassion are felt.  Today we invite you to lean in and listen.  Seek to understand that which you have not understood before you make judgments or seek to change. We are embarking into the grey together with LOVE, GRACE, COMPASSION, and an open heart to see others the way God sees them. Welcome to Season 7 of the Heart of Dating Podcast.

The Heart of Dating embarks on a journey to share some of these beautiful stories. Our ultimate goal is to create a safe and compassionate environment for all LGBTQ+ people as well as anyone currently wrestling with their sexuality or gender identity….many of whom may feel marginalized and ostracized by religion today.

We're back with our HOD Select Series with a focus on the intersection of faith and mental health! Today, we look back on an episode with Abi and Justin Stumvoll and they share their story of redemption and restoration with the relationships they have with themselves, the Lord, and how that impacts romantic relationships.

We're back with our HOD Select Series with a focus on the intersection of faith and mental health! Today, we look back on an episode with Abi and Justin Stumvoll and they share their story of redemption and restoration with the relationships they have with themselves, the Lord, and how that impacts romantic relationships.

Join Kait Warman for a special, real, and raw episode as she joins Deb Fileta and goes on a LIVE therapy session! Kait discusses her personal journey with anxiety and depression.

Join Kait Warman for a special, real, and raw episode as she joins Deb Fileta and goes on a LIVE therapy session! Kait discusses her personal journey with anxiety and depression.

Are you REALLY okay? Maybe you're pretending or masking up some anxiety or depression. Maybe you don't even realize that you are and don't notice the affect it can have on your relationships. Maybe, you DO know you struggle with anxiety or depression and now it's time for you to get healthy. Today, Deb Fileta is welcomed BACK to the show as she talks about depression, anxiety, and how to navigate healing and relationships as you face these hurdles. Kait and Deb get real as they talk about the signs, symptoms, and impact mental health can have on dating.

Are you REALLY okay? Maybe you're pretending or masking up some anxiety or depression. Maybe you don't even realize that you are and don't notice the affect it can have on your relationships. Maybe, you DO know you struggle with anxiety or depression and now it's time for you to get healthy. Today, Deb Fileta is welcomed BACK to the show as she talks about depression, anxiety, and how to navigate healing and relationships as you face these hurdles. Kait and Deb get real as they talk about the signs, symptoms, and impact mental health can have on dating.

Are you REALLY okay? Maybe you're pretending or masking up some anxiety or depression. Maybe you don't even realize that you are and don't notice the affect it can have on your relationships. Maybe, you DO know you struggle with anxiety or depression and now it's time for you to get healthy. Today, Deb Fileta is welcomed BACK to the show as she talks about depression, anxiety, and how to navigate healing and relationships as you face these hurdles. Kait and Deb get real as they talk about the signs, symptoms, and impact mental health can have on dating.

Heart of Dating wraps up it's HOD Select Series as we look back on an episode with Dr. Morgan Francis on body image and how it relates to dating!

Heart of Dating wraps up it's HOD Select Series as we look back on an episode with Dr. Morgan Francis on body image and how it relates to dating!

The Heart of Dating Select series continues with an episode on mental health and friendationships as it looks back on a conversation between Kait Warman and author and social worker Minaa B.

The Heart of Dating Select series continues with an episode on mental health and friendationships as it looks back on a conversation between Kait Warman and author and social worker Minaa B.

Heart of Dating looks back on some EPIC conversations from season's past through HOD select! Today we look back on a conversation Kait had on Love Addiction with the Clinical Supervisor of Onsite workshops!

Heart of Dating looks back on some EPIC conversations from season's past through HOD select! Today we look back on a conversation Kait had on Love Addiction with the Clinical Supervisor of Onsite workshops!

Heart of Dating is continuing to look back on some of our favorite conversations through our HOD Select Series! Today we look back on a conversation on Codependency with author, podcaster, and speaker Mike Foster!