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Dating in your 30s and beyond is different. You’ve lived, learned, and now know what truly matters: alignment of values, respect for boundaries, and clarity about the future. Yet in today’s fast-paced dating culture, finding someone who shares your faith, priorities, and family vision can feel overwhelming.
Sacred Matchmaking is your roadmap to dating with purpose and peace of mind. This guide empowers you to confidently navigate relationships while staying true to your deepest values. Through practical strategies and heartfelt wisdom, you’ll learn how to set boundaries without fear, integrate faith into your dating life, and approach conversations about family and commitment with maturity and strength.
Far from being a book of rigid rules, this is a modern manual for intentional love. It helps you avoid wasted time, cultivate self-respect, and attract partners who are truly aligned with your vision for the future.
If you’re ready to date with clarity, confidence, and conviction, this book will help you build relationships that honor who you are—and where you’re going.
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Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2025
Mia Harrington
Sacred Matchmaking A Modern Guide to Dating with Boundaries, Faith, and Future in Mind for Singles Over 30
Copyright © 2025 by Mia Harrington
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1. Chapter 1
2. Chapter 1: The New Landscape of Dating After 30
3. Chapter 2: Embracing Your Values in Dating
4. Chapter 3: The Importance of Boundaries
5. Chapter 4: Faith-Centered Dating
6. Chapter 5: Intentional Dating Strategies
7. Chapter 6: Navigating Online Dating
8. Chapter 7: Communicating About Family Planning
9. Chapter 8: Recognizing Red Flags
10. Chapter 9: The Role of Vulnerability in Relationships
11. Chapter 10: Balancing Independence and Partnership
12. Chapter 11: Building Trust in Relationships
13. Chapter 12: Moving Towards Commitment
14. Chapter 13: Managing Heartbreak and Rejection
15. Chapter 14: Celebrating Successes in Dating
16. Chapter 15: Creating Your Future Together
17. Chapter 16: The Journey of Love Continues
18. Chapter 1: The New Landscape of Dating After 30
19. Chapter 2: Embracing Your Values in Dating
20. Chapter 3: The Importance of Boundaries
21. Chapter 4: Faith-Centered Dating
22. Chapter 5: Intentional Dating Strategies
23. Chapter 6: Navigating Online Dating
24. Chapter 7: Communicating About Family Planning
25. Chapter 8: Recognizing Red Flags
26. Chapter 9: The Role of Vulnerability in Relationships
27. Chapter 10: Balancing Independence and Partnership
28. Chapter 11: Building Trust in Relationships
29. Chapter 12: Moving Towards Commitment
30. Chapter 13: Managing Heartbreak and Rejection
31. Chapter 14: Celebrating Successes in Dating
32. Chapter 15: Creating Your Future Together
33. Chapter 16: The Journey of Love Continues
Table of Contents
Understanding the Shift in Dating Dynamics
Common Challenges Faced by Singles Over 30
The Importance of Intentional Dating
Embracing Faith in the Dating Process
Understanding Your Core Values
Communicating Your Values
Respecting Boundaries
Finding Partners with Shared Values
Understanding Boundaries in Relationships
Effective Communication of Boundaries
Recognizing Boundary Violations
Setting Boundaries in the Early Stages of Dating
Boundaries and Family Planning Conversations
Understanding the Role of Faith in Dating
Identifying a Faith-Compatible Partner
Incorporating Faith in Your Dates
Navigating Conversations About Faith and Values
Creating a Foundation of Trust Through Faith
When Faith is Tested in Relationships
Understanding Your Intentions
Setting Clear Boundaries
Creating a Dating Plan
Embracing Vulnerability
Communicating with Intention
Evaluating Compatibility
Understanding Online Dating Platforms
Crafting Your Online Dating Profile
Communicating Your Values Online
Ensuring Online Safety
Transitioning from Online to Offline
Reflecting on Your Online Dating Experience
The Importance of Family Planning Conversations
Setting the Right Time and Place
Approaching the Conversation with Openness
Navigating Disagreements and Concerns
Creating a Family Vision Together
Understanding Red Flags
Common Red Flags to Watch For
Emotional Manipulation and Control
Boundaries and Respect
The Role of Values in Flag Recognition
Understanding Vulnerability
The Benefits of Being Vulnerable
Overcoming Barriers to Vulnerability
Encouraging Vulnerability in Your Partner
Understanding Independence in Relationships
The Role of Partnership
Balancing Independence and Togetherness
Supporting Each Other’s Independence
The Importance of Trust
Building Trust Through Transparency
Consistency as a Trust-Building Tool
Creating a Safe Environment
Overcoming Trust Issues
Trust and Boundaries
Understanding Commitment
Essential Conversations
Setting Healthy Boundaries
Recognizing Signs of Readiness
Understanding Heartbreak
Coping with Rejection
Building Emotional Resilience
Shifting Your Perspective
The Power of Acknowledging Progress
Reflecting on Learned Lessons
Sharing Successes with Trusted Friends
Setting Future Intentions