Foreign Love, Local Lessons

+1-816-207-7881 We read MJ’s letter about paying his way through bad dates in the U.S., then weighing a flood of attention from Filipino Cupid. We share hard-won rules for vetting abroad, spending smart, spotting red flags, and choosing a path that protects your heart and your wallet. • why money-led dating backfires and how to set pace • how to vet online matches with simple, consistent checks • practical safety tips for Cebu travel and meetups • cultural context in the Philippines and family expectations • red flags: visa talk, gift-for-intimacy, story gaps • green flags: steady contact, no asks, public meets • budgeting rules: cards over cash, hotel safe, daily caps • choosing depth over volume and building a shortlist • boundaries with family support vs long-term obligations • planning for honesty about kids, commitment, and timeline Episodes drop every Wednesday. Follow on Amazon, Spotify, iTunes, and YouTube. Email your letters to [email protected]. Find us on IG and TikTok @IamIcon. https://www.instagram.com/d6empire357 https://www.instagram.com/thaicon357 https://www.instagram.com/letstalkaboutit357