Smart Dating Academy - The Podcast

177: How Monica Broke Her Dating Patterns & Found Real Love (Using the Smart Dating Method)

How Monica Broke Her Dating Patterns & Found Real Love In this inspiring episode, Bela talks with Smart Dating Academy client Monica Campbell, who shares how she moved from dating the wrong people to attracting a healthy, emotionally available partner. You’ll hear the shifts that changed everything, from breaking old patterns to using the Dating Funnel to date with clarity, confidence, and joy. If you’ve ever wondered whether love is still possible for you, this episode is your reminder that it absolutely is. Apply to work with Bela and our coaching team: https://www.smartdatingacademy.com/contact Learn more: https://www.smartdatingacademy.com

176: Dating After Divorce: How Jeannette Found Confidence, Adventure, and Love Again with Smart Dating Academy

Dating again after a long marriage can feel overwhelming. In this inspiring conversation, Bela talks with Jeannette, a Smart Dating Academy client who rebuilt her life after divorce. She shares how she healed, learned confidence, and by working with SDA, found a healthy relationship later in life. If you want hope and practical wisdom about dating after divorce, this episode is for you. 👉 Work with our coaches: https://www.smartdatingacademy.com/contact

175: Reinvention After Divorce: How Dr. Missi Found Herself (and Real Love) Again Through Smart Dating

What if the end of your marriage could be the beginning of the most confident, empowered version of you? In this inspiring conversation, dating coach Bela Gandhi sits down with Dr. Missi Nadeau, psychologist, consultant, and Smart Dating Academy success story, to talk about rebuilding life and love after decades in a traditional marriage. Missi shares her journey from walking on eggshells in a 31-year marriage to finding herself again through bold choices, deep healing, and smart dating. 💡 You’ll Learn: What it’s really like to date after decades in a marriage How to rebuild confidence after heartbreak The power of Smart Dating Academy’s 360 Feedback and Dating Funnel Red flags to spot early and how to end relationships with grace Why it’s never too late to reinvent your love story ✨ Ready to find love again without settling? Learn more or apply to work with Bela and her team at smartdatingacademy.com/contact

174: She Rented 12 Billboards to Find Love: Lisa Catalano’s Bold Leap That Went Viral

What happens when you’ve tried everything to find love and decide to go big? In this heartwarming and hilarious episode, Bela Gandhi talks with Lisa Catalano, the woman who rented 12 billboards in San Francisco to find her husband. They explore what inspired her to take such a bold step, how the world reacted, and what she has already learned about confidence, courage, and connection! ✨ Whether you’re dating after divorce, in midlife, or just feeling stuck. This conversation will remind you that it’s never too late (or too bold) to find love. 🎯 Apply to work with our dating coaches: smartdatingacademy.com/contact

173: 🌟 How to Date Authentically and Build Real Love with Dr. Jeanne Michele

Let’s be real: dating in today’s swipe-right world can feel like a game you didn’t sign up for. Between ghosting, mixed signals, and second-guessing your own needs, it’s easy to wonder: Am I doing this right? In this empowering episode, I sit down with Dr. Jeanne Michele — relationship specialist, psychologist, and author of The Infidelity Cure — to talk about what it really means to date and love authentically. Jeanne brings her signature blend of heart, wisdom, and straight talk to help us see dating not as a performance, but as a mirror — a reflection of who we are, what we want, and where we might be holding ourselves back. Together, we dive into: The difference between dating and relationshipping — and why both matter in building healthy love How to have Courageous Conversations that honor your needs without pushing love away The subtle ways we betray ourselves in relationships (and how to stop repeating old patterns) Why dating is one of the best mirrors for self-awareness — and how to use it for growth How to stay open-hearted in love while still protecting your truth and boundaries This conversation is an invitation to approach love with courage, compassion, and clarity. Whether you’re single, dating, or redefining what love means to you, Jeanne’s insights will help you stop settling, start honoring yourself, and finally create the kind of authentic connection you deserve. 🎧 Tune in now and learn how to bring more authenticity and joy into your dating journey.   💌 And if you’re ready for personalized support to make dating feel fun, empowering, and successful, reach out to us at Smart Dating Academy. Our expert coaches can help you build the confidence, clarity, and strategy you need to find the love you deserve.   Ready to redefine your dating life or need guidance on your journey to love? Visit Smart Dating Academy to learn more about our transformative programs. For more free tips and up to date information, click here to register for the Smart Dating Academy free newsletter!   https://www.smartdatingacademy.com/contact Follow us on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/smartdatingacademy/