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EPISODE · Jun 9, 2026 · 1H 38M

877. Men need consequences: Why modern dating is so broken with Adam Lane Smith

from Almost 30 · host Krista Williams & Lindsey Simcik

This might be one of the most important conversations we've had about modern dating. Global attachment expert + bestselling author Adam Lane Smith joins Krista to explain why so many people feel insecure, overwhelmed, and disconnected in relationships—and what it actually takes to build lasting trust + emotional safety. Adam challenges some of the biggest myths we've been taught about attraction + relationships, explaining why chemistry isn't always compatibility, and why emotional safety is the foundation of lasting love. If you've ever found yourself overthinking a text, staying in the wrong relationship, or wondering why love feels harder than it should, don't miss this episode. We also talk about: The four levels of safety women need How childhood wounds shape adult relationships Why dating apps create emotional disconnection Communication mistakes couples constantly make Rebuilding trust after betrayal + cheating Oxytocin, cortisol + the science of attachment Resources: Get 10% off Adam’s courses and products with code ALMOST30: ⁠https://circle.adamlanesmith.com/free-sign-up⁠ Website: https://adamlanesmith.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/attachmentadam/?hl=en YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@AttachmentAdam Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AdamLaneSmith/about TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@attachmentbro?lang=en X: https://x.com/adamlanesmith Threads: https://www.threads.com/@attachmentadam Sponsors: Naturium | Give your skin the affordable, luxurious glow up it deserves. Go to https://Naturium.com/ALMOST30 for 10% off your first purchase today. Ka’Chava | Go to https://www.kachava.com and use code ALMOST30 for 15% off your first order. Hero Bread | Hero Bread is offering 10% off your order. Go to https://hero.co and use code A30POD at checkout. The Absorption Company | Start taking supplements your body can actually absorb. Go to https://absorbmore.com and enter ALMOST30 at checkout for up to 35% off your first order.  BetterHelp | This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. You don’t have to say yes to everything this summer. Find support in therapy. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/almost30. To advertise on this podcast please email: [email protected]. Learn More: Get your copy of Almost 30, A definitive guide to a life you love for the next decade and beyond. https://almost30.com/book Listen to Morning Microdose! A quick trip into higher consciousness - https://almost30.com/morning-microdose Watch on YouTube - https://youtube.com/Almost30Podcast Join our community - https://www.facebook.com/Almost30podcast/groups Follow: https://instagram.com/almost30podcast https://tiktok.com/@almost30podcast Podcast disclaimer can be found by visiting: almost30.com/disclaimer.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This might be one of the most important conversations we've had about modern dating. Global attachment expert + bestselling author Adam Lane Smith joins Krista to explain why so many people feel insecure, overwhelmed, and disconnected in relationships—and what it actually takes to build lasting trust + emotional safety. Adam challenges some of the biggest myths we've been taught about attraction + relationships, explaining why chemistry isn't always compatibility, and why emotional safety is the foundation of lasting love. If you've ever found yourself overthinking a text, staying in the wrong relationship, or wondering why love feels harder than it should, don't miss this episode. We also talk about: The four levels of safety women need How childhood wounds shape adult relationships Why dating apps create emotional disconnection Communication mistakes couples constantly make Rebuilding trust after betrayal + cheating Oxytocin, cortisol + the science of attachment Resources: Get 10% off Adam’s courses and products with code ALMOST30: ⁠https://circle.adamlanesmith.com/free-sign-up⁠ Website: https://adamlanesmith.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/attachmentadam/?hl=en YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@AttachmentAdam Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AdamLaneSmith/about TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@attachmentbro?lang=en X: https://x.com/adamlanesmith Threads: https://www.threads.com/@attachmentadam Sponsors: Naturium | Give your skin the affordable, luxurious glow up it deserves. Go to https://Naturium.com/ALMOST30 for 10% off your first purchase today. Ka’Chava | Go to https://www.kachava.com and use code ALMOST30 for 15% off your first order. Hero Bread | Hero Bread is offering 10% off your order. Go to https://hero.co and use code A30POD at checkout. The Absorption Company | Start taking supplements your body can actually absorb. Go to https://absorbmore.com and enter ALMOST30 at checkout for up to 35% off your first order.  BetterHelp | This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. You don’t have to say yes to everything this summer. Find support in therapy. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/almost30. To advertise on this podcast please email: [email protected]. Learn More: Get your copy of Almost 30, A definitive guide to a life you love for the next decade and beyond. https://almost30.com/book Listen to Morning Microdose! A quick trip into higher consciousness - https://almost30.com/morning-microdose Watch on YouTube - https://youtube.com/Almost30Podcast Join our community - https://www.facebook.com/Almost30podcast/groups Follow: https://instagram.com/almost30podcast https://tiktok.com/@almost30podcast Podcast disclaimer can be found by visiting: almost30.com/disclaimer.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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