Louise O’Connell on Attachment Styles: Why You Love the Way You Do
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Joanna – Your host & creator
Joanna is still in the thick of it - dating, learning, laughing (sometimes crying), and trying to make sense of it all. She created Help Me I’m Dating as a space for honest chats, big feelings, and the kind of real talk she wishes existed when she first started navigating modern dating. She’s the voice asking the awkward questions and oversharing so you don’t have to.
Fun Fact: Once tried to manifest a boyfriend via Pinterest board. Spoiler: it didn't work.
Dream Date: Either a late-night ghost hunt with torches and snacks (obviously), or wandering somewhere historical with a strong coffee in hand - very different vibes, but either one beats a small talk-filled dinner.
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