In this episode, I get real about the lie I believed that kept me chasing after the “perfect” man who didn’t exist. The truth is—even the best relationships are not 100%. That’s where the 80/20 rule comes in: 80% of what you need to thrive, and 20% that may be missing or imperfect. I share personal stories (including how high school Stacey overlooked character for cute faces 🙃), lessons learned about attraction vs. values, and why character will outlast butterflies every single time. You’ll also learn how to identify your own 80%—your non-negotiable core values—so you stop settling for less or holding out for someone who doesn’t exist. If you’ve ever wondered, “Should I stay or should I go?” in dating, this episode will give you the clarity you need to answer that question with confidence. I share personal stories (including how high school Stacey overlooked character for cute faces 🙃), lessons learned about attraction vs. values, and why character will outlast butterflies every single time. You’ll also learn how to identify your own 80%—your non-negotiable core values—so you stop settling for less or holding out for someone who doesn’t exist. If you’ve ever wondered, “Should I stay or should I go?” in dating, this episode will give you the clarity you need to answer that question with confidence.
For years, I believed a lie that left me chasing after the “perfect” man who didn’t exist. The truth? No one gives you 100%. Even the healthiest relationships are an 80/20 split—80% of what you need, 20% of what you won’t. In this episode, I share how letting go of that lie shifted my dating perspective, why character matters more than butterflies, and how to identify your core values so you stop settling for less (or holding out for what doesn’t exist).
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why the “I deserve it all” mindset can keep you single and frustrated
The 80/20 rule for dating and how to apply it
The difference between attraction and character—and why both matter
How to identify your core values so you stop dating in circles
The one question to ask yourself before deciding to stay or leave a relationship
Resources Mentioned:
[The List Ebook] (Click Here) – Your guide to identifying red, yellow, and green flags so you date with clarity.