In this episode, Gracie and Tracy tackle three powerful listener submissions about dating challenges, online reputation, and moving on after heartbreak. They offer no-nonsense advice on handling public shaming in online groups, building momentum with a newly single neighbor, and recovering from a whirlwind romance that ended abruptly. Plus, they announce the launch of the Self-Made Man Dating Journal, designed to help men reflect and grow in their dating lives.

Show Notes:

• 00:00 – Introduction

  • Gracie and Tracy welcome listeners and celebrate 38 weeks of the podcast.
  • Quick banter about pregnancy timelines and podcast milestones.

• 02:00 – Listener Submission #1: Anthony’s Story

  • Anthony shares his experience of being publicly shamed in a women’s Facebook group after a breakup.
  • Gracie and Tracy discuss the origins and current state of “Are We Dating the Same Guy?” groups.
  • Advice on handling online defamation, reclaiming self-trust, and whether to pursue legal action.
  • Key takeaway: Let your integrity and self-awareness guide you, and don’t let drama-filled groups define your dating future.

• 25:00 – Announcement: Self-Made Man Dating Journal

  • Gracie and Tracy introduce their new journal for single men, available on Amazon.
  • The journal helps track dates, reflect on experiences, and build self-awareness.

• 28:00 – Listener Submission #2: Alex’s Story

  • Alex, new to dating, wonders if he missed his chance with a neighbor after helping her through a tough time.
  • The hosts discuss the importance of momentum, meaningful interactions, and not overthinking timing.
  • Advice: Focus on genuine conversations, set healthy boundaries, and don’t attach expectations to every interaction.

• 40:00 – Listener Submission #3: Jake’s Story

  • Jake describes a fast-moving, long-distance romance that ended suddenly after a deep connection.
  • Gracie and Tracy explain “emotional fast-tracking” and the risks of future-tripping in new relationships.
  • Advice: Let relationships unfold at a natural pace, integrate emotional lessons, and practice patience as you move forward.

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Hosts:
Gracie Pleschourt (Dating Expert) & Tracy Pleschourt (Certified Life Coach)

Episode Summary:
In this episode, Gracie and Tracy tackle real listener questions about dating challenges, mindset shifts, and taking control of your love life. They offer no-nonsense advice from a woman’s perspective, helping single men date with confidence and intention.

Listener Submissions & Key Takeaways:

1. Dakota’s Dilemma:
   A 31-year-old entrepreneur struggling to find quality matches while living with family and rebuilding financially.
   Advice:

   • Don’t wait passively for love—be open and intentional about meeting new people.

   • Own your journey and talk about your growth with confidence.

   • Geography matters on dating apps, but don’t let location limit your options—explore new ways to meet women.

   • Your ambition and integrity are attractive; focus on sharing who you’re becoming.

2. Kyle’s Missed Connection:
   A 32-year-old crane operator wonders if he missed out on a romantic opportunity after a church encounter fizzled.
   Advice:

   • You did nothing wrong—sometimes timing just isn’t right.

   • Don’t dwell on “what could have been.” Stay open to new opportunities in places you enjoy.

   • Contentment is great, but combine it with curiosity and intention to avoid stagnation.

   • Emotional readiness is key to relationship success.

3. George’s Unrequited Interest:
   A 34-year-old man questions whether to keep talking to a woman who isn’t ready to date.
   Advice:

   • When someone says they’re not interested or ready, believe them.

   • Set boundaries and move on to free your energy for the right relationship.

   • Don’t confuse hope with reality—choose clarity and self-respect.

Special Segment:

• Product Launch: The Self-Made Man Dating Journal is now available on Amazon! Designed for single men to track dates, reflect, and build self-awareness for better dating outcomes. Limited first run—grab yours before they’re gone!

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Tune in every Wednesday morning for fresh, honest dating advice—no matter where you are or what your situation is, just ask her!

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• In this powerful episode, we hear from three men navigating dating after heartbreak, rejection, and personal transformation. Tiago, a newly single dad, opens up about falling hard for a woman fresh out of her own divorce—and the grief of not being chosen. Brady asks how to confidently start conversations in person and online. And Brandon vulnerably explores a repeating pattern of giving too much and being left behind.

  If you’ve ever asked yourself: Why does love feel so one-sided? or Am I stuck in the same cycle?—this one is for you. We offer honest answers, emotional insight, and real strategies to move forward without closing your heart.

  💬 Topics we cover:

  • Rebound heartbreak and emotional availability

  • How to start conversations that actually connect

  • The over-functioning pattern that leaves good men feeling unseen

  • Building confidence without performing

  • When to try again—and when to walk away for good

  Whether you're fresh out of a relationship or ready to rewrite your love story, you'll walk away with tools, validation, and hope.

  Submission 1: Tiago (00:00)
  After a 14-year marriage, Tiago dives into dating again—only to fall for a woman not yet over her own divorce. We explore why emotionally available men often feel heartbreak more deeply, and how to stop trying to prove your worth to someone who isn’t ready to choose you back.

  Submission 2: Brady (21:45)
  Brady asks a common question: How do I start the conversation—on apps or in person—without being awkward or overthinking it? We break down what actually matters in first impressions (hint: it’s not cleverness), and how curiosity beats performance every time.

  Submission 3: Brandon (38:10)
  Brandon is done chasing women who don’t choose him back. We unpack the anxious attachment pattern of over-giving, why it keeps showing up, and how to lead with discernment instead of devotion in future relationships.

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It’s one of the most painful dating experiences: everything feels amazing… and then she disappears.

In this raw, relatable episode of Just Ask Her, we unpack three powerful submissions from men navigating ghosting, rejection, and confusion after what felt like real connection:

• Luke opens up about an overseas trip that changed everything with a woman he thought he was building something real with. Now she’s gone—no warning, no clarity—and he’s still holding on.

• Spencer shares the story of his whirlwind 4-date romance with a woman who seemed all-in—until she ghosted him after planning two more dates. What gives?

• Conor bravely tells us what it’s like being 30, never having been in a relationship, and constantly getting close—only to be shut out. He asks: What am I doing wrong, and how do I keep going?

💬 Gracie and Tracy go deep in this one, breaking down what ghosting really means, why it often has nothing to do with you, and what women are thinking when they pull away after connection. We also explore:

• What to do when you still have feelings but she cuts contact

• The truth about mixed signals and sudden disappearances

• Why “perfect dates” don’t always lead to commitment

• How to rebuild your confidence after being ghosted

• When (and how) to reach out again—or let go completely

Whether you’ve been left on read or still playing back every moment of your last date, this episode will give you clarity, closure, and hope.

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She said she only wanted something casual… but your heart didn’t get the memo.

In this episode of Just Ask Her, we’re diving into three real stories that hit home for a lot of men:

• A 36-year-old man rekindles something with the woman who once ghosted him—only to find himself falling all over again. Is she just bored… or is there still a chance?

• Another listener goes from intimate and honest connection to total silence after dating a single mom—what happened, and how do you respond to ghosting that makes no sense?

• Plus, we talk about first-date anxiety with a guy who knows he’s a catch… but struggles to show it early on.

If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re being patient or just played, this episode will give you honest advice, a woman’s perspective, and the clarity you need to stop spinning in circles.

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This week on Just Ask Her, we’re tackling three very real (and wildly different) dating dilemmas from our listeners:

• Carlos wants to know if there’s any hope for a conservative guy dating in a liberal city—or if he should hold out for a future move.

• Mark has rekindled things with his high school sweetheart… but there’s one big problem: she’s still best friends with his ex-wife.

• And an anonymous bachelor is wondering how to strike up a conversation with the woman he always runs into—but never has a chance to talk to.

We’re talking dating across political lines, what to do when the past gets in the way of the present, and how to approach a girl you barely know without being weird about it. Let’s dive in.

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In today’s episode, we’re diving into three powerful stories from men navigating the messy middle of modern dating:

💔 Luke thought he was one step away from proposing—until she blindsided him with a breakup.
😓 Josh is tired of being the one who always initiates, and he’s starting to feel the desperation creeping in.
🥲 Jerome had the best first date of his life… but now she’s gone quiet, and he’s left wondering if he should reach out again.

We’ll talk about what to do when effort feels one-sided, why some women emotionally check out long before they leave, and how to find clarity when the door hasn’t fully closed.

If you’ve ever felt blindsided, confused, or stuck on “what could’ve been,” this episode is for you.

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In Episode 31 of Just Ask Her, we dive into one of the most confusing dating experiences: when everything starts fast, feels promising… and then suddenly falls apart. From whirlwind reconnections to mixed signals after first dates, these listener stories are full of emotional highs, unexpected letdowns, and hard-earned lessons.

Evan shares what it’s like to be pulled in deeply—then pushed away after one perfect weekend. AL wonders if he blew his chance with a hostess who seemed interested… until she wasn’t. And Kyle opens up about how one experience erased months of confidence he built after leaving the dating apps behind.

We explore how to spot premature intensity, how to protect your heart without closing it off, and why confidence has to come from within—not from how someone responds to you. Whether you’ve been ghosted after a great weekend or left wondering what went wrong, this one’s for you.

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