She wrote in heartbroken: six months in, different faith practices, sex after planning to wait, and an “I love you” he stopped saying. Then her dad talked to the boyfriend who admitted he didn’t plan to marry her and wanted to “see what else is out there.” We respond with care and clarity: nothing was wasted, learn the lesson, forgive, and choose wisely next time.
We also talk sibling dynamics at home, privileged kids and holiday expectations, Glen’s new book release, and practical ways to discern alignment before you get too far in.
✨ What You’ll Hear
💭 “Nothing was wasted” reframed: hurt, anger, embarrassment, and self-compassion
💬 Saying “I love you” too soon vs living it with actions
🙏🏾 Dating with different faith practices and holiday habits
❤️ Why alignment on core values matters before marriage
🧠 Premarital questions that save time, money, and heartbreak
📖 Father Yourself First book release and tour
👥 Community for Black men who need a safe place to land
📚 Resources & Links
Order the book:
👉 Father Yourself Firsthttps://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:
📍 Check Glen’s Instagram for ATL, NYC, LA + more — @beleafmel
https://www.instagram.com/beleafmel
Premarital Advantage:
💍 Questions and worksheets for dating, engaged, and newlyweds.
https://howmarriedareyoupodcast.mykajabi.com/offers/VAbsx8N2
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:
🌿 Access bonus convos and behind-the-scenes content — www.patreon.com/HMAY
https://www.patreon.com/HMAY
💬 Join the Conversation
What is one lesson you learned from a relationship that didn’t work out? Drop it in the comments below.
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