Is Finding Love Different in 2025? (The Answer Might Surprise You)

Between crafting the perfect text response, managing multiple dating app profiles, and dealing with unexpected ghosting, modern dating can feel like a full-time job. But is finding love actually harder today, or is it just a different game that needs new rules?

In this week’s episode of Dates & Mates, relationship expert Johnny Fernandez brings two decades of love-coaching wisdom to challenge everything you thought you knew about modern dating.

As the creator of Love Breakthrough Live, Johnny’s unconventional approach has helped thousands find lasting love – and his take on today’s dating landscape might just change your entire perspective.

(2:20) This Former Lawyer Cracked the Love Code

When Johnny Fernandez’s wife kept extending her chiropractic appointments to give dating advice, they discovered something revolutionary about modern love. 

Now, after 20 years of helping thousands find lasting relationships, their unconventional approach is challenging everything we thought we knew about dating. 

Johnny shares how their accidental start in love coaching unveiled patterns of success that anyone can follow.

(6:21) The Dating Pool Paradox

Could having more dating options actually be the solution rather than the problem? Johnny breaks down fascinating research about modern dating challenges while revealing why today’s expanded opportunities might be your greatest advantage.

Learn how successful couples are leveraging choice to create stronger connections, and why the “good old days” of dating might not have been as golden as we think.

(14:04) Why “Playing It Cool” Is Killing Your Love Life

Tired of trying to seem unbothered? Johnny introduces a refreshing framework for authenticity in dating that’s helping singles stand out for all the right reasons.

Is traditional dating advice about keeping your cards close to your chest sabotaging your chances at real connection? Learn Johnny’s proven strategies his clients use to attract partners who are ready for something real.

(21:53) The One Phrase That Changes Everything

Johnny shares the exact words that help his clients filter out casual daters and attract serious partners from the first interaction. 

Certain types of dates might be undermining your relationship potential! How can you communicate your standards without pushing quality partners away? Plus, discover the psychology behind why this approach works with today’s dating dynamics.

(27:15) The Career Success Dating Trap

Think your impressive resume is attracting the right partners?

Johnny presents compelling evidence about how modern achievement culture impacts our love lives.

Learn why leading with your professional success might be sending unintended signals, and discover how to showcase your accomplishments while creating genuine emotional connections.

Connect with Johnny:

• Experience Love Breakthrough Live events
• Follow @JohnnyandLara on Instagram

(30:57) Dear Damona: When Distance Tests Your Heart

Damona addresses a 70-year-old listener contemplating a cross-country move for love, offering practical guidance on maintaining standards while navigating geographical challenges. 

Plus, she shares valuable insights for managing dating confidence while dealing with personal health situations that affect intimacy.

💌 Do you have questions? Damona has the answers!

Don’t forget you can submit your dating and relationship questions for our Dear Damona segment on Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook, or leave us a voicemail or text to 424-246-6255, and hear Damona’s answers live in a future episode!