Men's BIGGEST Dating Mistake That Kills Relationships: Chris Bates #288

Join For The Insider Community- https://www.skool.com/setthestandardThe fear of rejection, being too nice, and never making a move…If you’ve ever overthought your way into loneliness, struggled with ghosting, or felt stuck in “nice guy syndrome”, this episode is for you.Corey sits down with dating coach and author Chris Bates to break down modern dating for men: why masculine leadership matters, how to create intimacy without being manipulative, and why being radically yourself is the real dating superpower.Whether you’re fresh out of a breakup or just done pretending to be who she wants, this conversation will shift the way you date forever.Chris Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/batesdates/Chris Website: https://www.batesdates.com/Join Set The Standard (Free Men’s Community)https://www.skool.com/setthestandard/about1 on 1 Coaching Applicationhttps://www.coreyboutwell.net/speaksoonFollow Corey on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/coreyboutwell/📍 Timestamps:00:00 – Why men fail at modern dating01:30 – Fear, analysis paralysis & vulnerability03:00 – Creating non-negotiables vs outcome obsession06:00 – Childhood wounds shaping attraction08:20 – Hookup vs partnership mindset10:45 – Dating horror story: when loneliness picks your dates14:00 – Nervous system mismatch: why she felt off16:00 – Signs you’re not confident or assertive18:00 – Masculine leadership & Dom-ish polarity20:00 – When leading creates tension (and when it doesn’t)22:00 – Gamifying dating without being toxic24:30 – Why adult play is the spice of life27:00 – Dating as emotional gym reps30:00 – Sh*t tests, authenticity & masculine frames34:30 – Avoiding the friend zone through intimacy37:00 – Emotional honesty vs emotional manipulation42:00 – Corey’s story: attention, ego, and loss45:00 – Chris’s story: depression, self-worth, and healing47:30 – Post-divorce dating & leading with truth52:00 – Radical transparency as a masculine edge54:00 – No date is wasted — every one is a rep56:00 – Feminine presence is healing, not validation59:00 – The nice guy reframe: from pleasing to honest service1:03:00 – Leadership, purpose & emotional safety in dating Apply here https://www.coreyboutwell.net/speaksoonWork With Me Here:  https://www.coreyboutwell.com/letsgoMake sure you listen to the podcasts all the way through to get your discount code.