In this episode, we read an email from a listener who loves her boyfriend but doesn’t feel like his first choice. We talk insecurity vs. truth, attraction, healing from past relationships, and how to discern if you’re being chosen or just convenient.
Plus, Chocolate Baby Storytime with a family rap session, camping trip confessions, and updates on Premarital Advantage, Father Yourself First, and the Saturday men’s group for Black men.
✨ What You’ll Hear
When “I’ve got a wandering eye” is actually a confession
The difference between normal attraction and shopping for better options
Why journaling your story brings clarity
Feeling chosen vs. feeling like a backup plan
How past trauma shapes dating patterns
Why inexperience can actually be a dating superpower
Choosing your “hard” while still protecting your heart
📚 Resources & Links
Order the book:
👉 Father Yourself First https://www.amazon.com/Father-Yourself-First-Everything-Deserves/dp/1400252555
Audiobook:
🎧 Listen to Glen read Father Yourself First wherever audiobooks are available.
Tour dates & signings:
📍 Follow @beleafmel https://www.instagram.com/beleafmel
Premarital Advantage:
💍 Worksheets & guidance for dating, engaged, or newlywed couples https://howmarriedareyoupodcast.mykajabi.com/offers/VAbsx8N2
Dating to Marry – “The List” (FREE):
📝 Available on the homepage https://howmarriedareyoupodcast.com
Saturday Men’s Group (Black men, 7 a.m. PT)
Join the Father Meet-Up on Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81971875325?pwd=cY3k96A8j1b0WMLPHF5ym0bNSNaRdj.1
Patreon Community:
🌿 Bonus convos & behind-the-scenes https://www.patreon.com/HMAY
💬 Join the Conversation
Have you ever felt like someone’s option instead of their choice? What brought you clarity? Drop it in the comments.
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