<p>In this episode of Don't Let the Old Man In, we sit down with Kerri Sackville, author of Out There: A Survival Guide to Dating In Midlife, to unpack the truth about navigating relationships and dating in the next stage of life. </p><br><p>We discuss the power of solitude, why people return to dating before they're ready, how to manage your own baggage, and the challenges men in particular face. </p><br><p>Suggest a topic for us to cover: https://dontlettheoldmanin.com/suggestions/</p><br><p>Subscribe to our newsletter: https://dontlettheoldmanin.com/subscribe/</p><br><p>In this episode, we cover:</p><ul><li>Why dating after divorce demands emotional robustness</li><li>The difference between loneliness and solitude (and why it matters)</li><li>Why men so often lack emotional support networks post-separation</li><li>Red flags that reveal themselves on the very first date</li><li>How to build a relationship with yourself before seeking one with someone else</li><li>The honesty test: why it solves 90% of dating problems</li><li>What midlife dating actually looks like ... without the sugar-coating</li></ul><p><br></p><br><p>CHAPTERS:</p><p>00:00 Navigating Emotional Needs Post-Separation</p><p>05:47 The Dynamics of Dating in Midlife</p><p>11:55 Honesty and Boundaries in Dating</p><p>17:45 Lessons Learned from the Dating Scene</p><p>25:18 The Essence of Relationships</p><p>27:12 The Fear of Solitude</p><p>30:29 Transformative Alone Time</p><p>32:30 Self-Discovery Through Solitude</p><p>36:29 The Impact of Social Media</p><p>38:10 Understanding Solitude vs. Loneliness</p><p>39:59 Practical Steps to Embrace Solitude</p><p>42:11 The Role of Purpose in Life</p><p>45:01 Navigating Loneliness and Grief</p><p>48:08 Accepting Aging and Life's Cycles</p><p>50:27 Finding Meaning in Good Moments</p><br><p>Listen to this episode as a podcast: https://linktr.ee/dontllettheoldmanin</p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>