Allison K. Dagney
Allison K. Dagney
Ep 199: A Matchmaker’s Perspective: Dating After Abuse (with Tina Joy)
Ep 199: A Matchmaker’s Perspective: Dating After Abuse (with Tina Joy)
Ep 199: A Matchmaker’s Perspective: Dating After Abuse (with Tina Joy)
Thursday 15th January 2026
Explore dating after emotional abuse with matchmaker Tina Joy, discussing self-awareness, standards, and the courage to love again.
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Allison K. Dagney
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Recovery from Trauma
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
Mindful Recovery
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Understand what gets activated inside you when intimacy returns.
- Distinguish between setting standards and having expectations.
- Recognise expansion vs contraction in relationships.
- Embrace love as a courageous act of freedom from past narratives.
- Trust your instincts and be unapologetically yourself.
"Your greatest act of courage is to love again."
Ever wondered what it takes to date after experiencing emotional abuse? This episode of The Emotional Abuse Recovery Podcast, featuring matchmaker and life coach Tina Joy, is a must-listen for anyone navigating the dating world post-trauma. Host Allison K. Dagney, a survivor of emotional abuse herself, dives into a heartfelt conversation with Tina, who shares her unique perspective on dating after narcissistic or emotionally abusive relationships.
Tina, a VIP matchmaker and certified life coach, brings her extensive experience to the table, discussing the importance of self-awareness and setting standards over expectations in new relationships. She emphasises that dating isn't just about spotting red flags but understanding what gets triggered within oneself when intimacy is reintroduced. Throughout the episode, Tina sheds light on the significance of emotional intelligence and how being too much is often a reflection of others' discomfort with clarity.
She shares her wisdom on distinguishing between expansion and contraction in relationships, encouraging listeners to trust their instincts and embrace love as a courageous act of freedom from past narratives. If you've been through the wringer and are ready to step back into the dating scene, Tina's insights on maintaining your standards and being unapologetically yourself will resonate deeply. Her candid anecdotes and profound reflections make this episode both enlightening and empowering.
So, are you ready to embrace love again and find someone who complements your journey? Tune in for an inspiring discussion that could change your perspective on dating after emotional abuse.