This episode explores the challenges of workplace romances, the impact of dating apps, and how to recognize and address emotional and physical abuse. Gabi, who previously shared her own toxic dating story in LoveLustFear Episode 4, "We Can’t Break Up," offers valuable insights on spotting red flags and empowering others through her work, including her book 20 Guys You Date in Your 20s and her podcast Bad Influencer. Michele reflects on her own hesitations about reentering the dating scene after two decades post-divorce, while Gabi provides practical advice for navigating modern relationships—emphasizing the importance of practice, staying open-minded, and prioritizing personal well-being. The discussion also features workplace anti-fraternization policies, celebrity relationship dynamics, and essential steps for identifying and escaping toxic situations.
Gabi - Episode Link
"We Can’t Break Up"
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lovelustfear-gabi-we-cant-break-up/id1735876283?i=1000654153175
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3GFc3ga6PgAKaAOGqySQFY
links
Live Event 12/6 Los Angeles, CA
See Gabi in Holy Cannoli Comedy at the Hollywood Improv Lab on 12/16
https://improv.com/hollywood/event/holy+cannoli+comedy+with+jaclyn+marfuggi+caprio+and+gabriella+maria+conti%21/13938693/
Gabi Conti
personal website | https://www.gabiconti.com/
instagram | https://www.instagram.com/itsgabiconti/
tiktok | https://www.tiktok.com/@itsgabiconti
twitter | https://twitter.com/itsgabiconti
book | https://www.gabiconti.com/book-twenty-guys-you-date-in-your-twenties-by-gabi-conti
bad influencer | podcast | https://link.chtbl.com/LdLb8v6u
Michele Locke
https://www.michelelocke.com/
https://www.instagram.com/attorneymichelelocke/
Additional Links
National Domestic Violence Hotline (24/7/365)
Call 1.800.799.SAFE (7233)
Text: START to 88788
https://www.thehotline.org/
https://www.facebook.com/NationalDomesticViolenceHotline
https://www.instagram.com/NDVHofficial/
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