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Date Yourself Instead

Date Yourself Instead

By Lyss Boss

You’ve made it to Date Yourself Instead, a podcast intended to inspire you to become the best version of yourself. In 2021, social media personality Lyss started a self-love series on TikTok which amassed over 100+ million views on her videos and counting. In this podcast, she gets candid about her relationship experiences, and touches on other topics including business, beauty, wellness, and so much more. Welcome to the #dateyourselfinstead movement. Episodes every Monday.
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how to take your POWER back after a breakup

Date Yourself InsteadNov 07, 2022

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33:26
Decenter that toxic man now. YOU are the main character.
Dec 04, 202333:02
DETACH to ATTRACT - how being detached helps you manifest faster
Nov 27, 202338:13
Feeling lonely this holiday season? I've got you.
Nov 20, 202326:02
SEND THEM LOVE anyway - the ultimate healing guide
Nov 13, 202331:18
Stop procrastinating, your future self needs you
Nov 06, 202339:20
It's time to upgrade, uplevel, and become f*cking unstoppable this fall season

It's time to upgrade, uplevel, and become f*cking unstoppable this fall season

Do you know how special and important you are??? Do you know how much you bring to the table? NO ONE IS YOU and that is your superpower. In this episode, I discuss ways to level up, create boundaries, know your worth and much more.

The Dare to Detach MASTERCLASS doors open November 16th, 2023 for new clients! Learn more HERE.

Use code "selflove" for $20 off the course when you join us. I can't wait for you to level up even more and step into your power, let go of the toxic BS, and join our amazing private community group chat led by me and other members.

Oct 30, 202342:13
How to handle rejection & move on

How to handle rejection & move on

Rejection is redirection - everyone has dealt with rejection at a point. Sometimes the universe is here to just guide you into a much bigger and better situation that you could've even imagined for yourself.

In this episode, I dive into a dating story time about a guy who got me hooked on him and then ghosted me - ultimately leaving me feeling rejected, hurt, and embarrassed. I also talk about how to know your value and how it was fairly easy for me to overcome this situation after time had passed.


JOIN DARE TO DETACH⁠

Tap ⁠HERE⁠ to join our amazing community - DOORS OPEN AGAIN NOVEMBER 16, 2023 FOR NEW MEMBERS.

Are you tired of constantly holding onto what isn't good for you? Are you feeling stuck and discouraged because you KNOW your higher self is calling for a massive upgrade? 

It is TIME to uplevel into the most amazing version of you. This masterclass is designed to help you let go and set yourself free so you can UPGRADE YOUR LIFE baby. Let's do this.

WHAT YOU'LL GET FROM THIS COURSE:

  • 4 DAYS OF MATERIAL - WORK AT YOUR OWN PACE. Each day is designed to reprogram your mind, help you let go, detach, and free yourself from anything that is no longer serving your growth.

  • A step by step guide on the art of detachment and learning how to love yourself in healthy, constructive ways

  • Workshops including reprogramming your subconscious mind to level up and a shadow work integration to help your healing process

  • A private and exclusive community group chat

TOTAL VALUE: $1,199

YOURS FOR: $222

USE CODE "SELFLOVE" FOR $20 OFF THE COURSE

I'M READY TO UPLEVEL

Oct 26, 202335:15
Dare to Detach

Dare to Detach

JOIN DARE TO DETACH

Tap HERE to join our amazing community!

Are you tired of constantly holding onto what isn't good for you? Are you feeling stuck and discouraged because you KNOW your higher self is calling for a massive upgrade?

It is TIME to uplevel into the most amazing version of you. This masterclass is designed to help you let go and set yourself free so you can UPGRADE YOUR LIFE baby. Let's do this.

WHAT YOU'LL GET FROM THIS COURSE:

  • 4 DAYS OF MATERIAL - WORK AT YOUR OWN PACE. Each day is designed to reprogram your mind, help you let go, detach, and free yourself from anything that is no longer serving your growth.

  • A step by step guide on the art of detachment and learning how to love yourself in healthy, constructive ways

  • Workshops including reprogramming your subconscious mind to level up and a shadow work integration to help your healing process

  • A private and exclusive community group chat

TOTAL VALUE: $1,199

YOURS FOR: $222

USE CODE "SELFLOVE" FOR $20 OFF THE COURSE

I'M READY TO UPLEVEL

Oct 16, 202301:35
The power of being direct and communicative (stop playing games)

The power of being direct and communicative (stop playing games)

In this episode, I talk about the power of being direct, forward and just communicating versus running from your problems - especially when it comes to dating.
Sometimes I've been anxious or afraid to speak my truth because of the fear of messing things up. But, as of recently, that changed. Here's everything I've learned
about being honest and direct about my feelings. If you enjoyed this episode, always dm me @lyss and let me know your feedback. Love you xx.
Oct 16, 202333:51
Mastermind - how to get anything or anyone you want

Mastermind - how to get anything or anyone you want

Become a mastermind and manifest anything or anyone you want with just a simple mindset. Trust the process baby. You've got this. If you enjoyed this episode, dm me on instagram and check out the new masterclass, Dare to Detach, coming October 11th!


My new masterclass coming out October 11th.

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Oct 09, 202334:54
If you can't match my energy, BYEEE (masculine vs. feminine energy)

If you can't match my energy, BYEEE (masculine vs. feminine energy)

If I'm dating you, you better bring the same vibes and energy to the f*cking table. If you don't reply to me for days, it's not the vibe. If you could go 48 hours without a reply...it's a no. Here are some of my dealbreakers, my opinions on matching energy in dating, and alllll the coverage on masculine versus feminine energy. If you enjoyed this episode, dm me @lyss and feel free to share it - it helps the pod grow. I appreciate you xx

Oct 02, 202352:21
5 signs you need to breakup + my views on sex & casual hookups

5 signs you need to breakup + my views on sex & casual hookups

If you're in a sticky situation where you are attached to someone but you just can't seem to let them go, this episode covers the major warning signs and red flags that I personally feel could make or break a relationship. These are some of my dealbreakers that I find are helpful when deciding when to leave a relationship. In the second half of this episode, I talk about my views on sex and intimacy for the first time ever on the pod, and my perspective on casual hookups. If you enjoyed this episode, dm me @lyss! xx

Sep 25, 202339:02
You deserve consistency. It should feel good - if it doesn’t, let that sh*t go.

You deserve consistency. It should feel good - if it doesn’t, let that sh*t go.

Just listen. This is a goodie.
Sep 18, 202344:03
YOUR THOUGHTS CREATE YOUR REALITY

YOUR THOUGHTS CREATE YOUR REALITY

SURPRISE to the video episode :) It's the 1 year anniversary of DATE YOURSELF INSTEAD baby!!! Wow. I can't believe just one year ago I started the podcast and it became what it is today. In this episode, I discuss my mental health journey, as well as this idea of your THOUGHTS creating your reality. Thinking positively about your life and yourself, and your future...is SO essential in order to live the life of your dreams. I hope you love this episode, and let me know if you want more videos. Xoxo.

Sep 11, 202347:06
How to know if they're the 1 - GREEN FLAGS

How to know if they're the 1 - GREEN FLAGS

Self love leads to true love. There is some wholesome loving content on today's episode. This is your reminder that you deserve true, deep, unconditional love. You deserve peace and safety. You deserve to feel secure in a relationship. Xoxo, Lyss

Sep 04, 202328:42
Stop diluting your power for a man

Stop diluting your power for a man

It's easy to lose focus when you're so fixated on someone else. But baby, you have to remember that YOU ARE THE MAIN CHARACTER. When it comes to relationships, we often dilute our power and give our energy away instead of directing it towards OURSELVES. Agree or disagree?

Aug 28, 202333:53
He's just not that into you

He's just not that into you

Signs that he's just not that into you. He's being hot and cold. Flaky with plans. Distant. A bad texter. Says he doesn't know where he stands or what he wants. In this episode, I dish the hard truth and the signs of when someone is just not...that interested.

Aug 21, 202339:14
Here's what to do when they pull away

Here's what to do when they pull away

When someone pulls away, it can be difficult to navigate. Often times we feel like we did something wrong to mess the relationship up. It can cause a lot of anxiety if we're not sure where the other person stands or why they're distancing themselves...when everything seemed to be going well. In this episode, I talk about what to do when they pull away from you - and how to handle it like a pro. You'll feel better in no time baby.

Aug 14, 202338:33
Why we broke up - the breakup that changed me forever

Why we broke up - the breakup that changed me forever

Why my ex and I broke up - the full detailed story. I wasn't sure if I would ever speak on this relationship and the breakup that changed me forever. In this episode, I am finally sharing my experience and more details about the breakup that inspired the Date Yourself Instead podcast. If this resonated with you in any way, I would love to hear your story as well. Always feel free to dm me on instagram @lyss.

Aug 07, 202329:17
How to raise your standards HIGH AF

How to raise your standards HIGH AF

Cause you deserve the best :-) I love you.

Jul 31, 202330:38
The POWER of solo traveling

The POWER of solo traveling

Ahhhh. SOLO TRAVEL. One of the most highly requested topics I get asked to cover is my experience doing shit alone. And yeah, it can be intimidating, scary and crazy to go off on adventures completely solo. In this episode, I talk about a few experiences I've had solo traveling, the lessons I've learned, my honest thoughts on it, and a wild story time about my study abroad journey in Australia. I'll definitely be recording a part two. Xoxo.
Jul 24, 202343:40
How to master detachment

How to master detachment

It's a detached girl summer.

Psssst if you loved this episode, DM me on instagram @lyss

and stay updated by following the podcast on Spotify.

Jul 17, 202329:55
How to be unbothered, go no contact, deal with cheating, & more

How to be unbothered, go no contact, deal with cheating, & more

It's official - I am HERE to answer all of your questions on this very juicy episode of Date Yourself Instead. In this episode, I discuss the art of being unbothered and how to live your truth, how to go no contact and my thoughts on blocking someone if you're broken up, my honest thoughts on cheating, and more.
Jul 10, 202335:49
The red flags you see now are the reasons you'll leave later

The red flags you see now are the reasons you'll leave later

Self explanatory. If you see some major issues early on, my best advice is to get out while you still can. The red flags you see in the beginning are the reasons you'll most likely leave the relationship later - or they'll be the reason you're unhappy in a relationship. Yes, people can grow and change, however, I've noticed that my gut was always telling me to run prior to diving deeper into a situation with someone...yet I just ignored it. Let's talk about it.

Jul 03, 202337:37
How to really DATE YOURSELF INSTEAD

How to really DATE YOURSELF INSTEAD

Dating yourself instead. What does dating yourself really mean? I'm in London right now, and I decided to push myself out of my comfort zone. Here's a full breakdown of how I've recently started to date myself, take myself out and dive into a brand new timeline to change my life and open my heart up to the idea of meeting new people. When you go through a breakup, it can be difficult to put yourself out there and learn how to be alone, so this episode covers everything you need to know.

Jun 26, 202333:18
How to trust the process of your life & manifest faster

How to trust the process of your life & manifest faster

Trusting the process of your life can be a scary thing to do when it feels like everything is falling apart. It's also harder when you're trying to manifest things and you just feel blocked, stagnant and not your best self. Here is my best advice when it comes to trusting your journey, and how to manifest and attract the best things into your life faster. If you loved this episode, would mean the world if you rated on Spotify and sent me a dm on instagram @lyss @dateyourselfinstead. Love you.

Jun 18, 202341:27
Work on yourself so much until they're not your type anymore

Work on yourself so much until they're not your type anymore

If you're overly consumed by the idea of a person instead of focusing on yourself, this episode is for you. We get so caught up and easily fixated on a new relationship, or a partner that isn't giving us the love we deserve, and it becomes an ultimate form of distraction away from who we are, our goals, and what truly makes us happy. This episode is really just a reminder to work on yourself and your goals, and find the passion that drives you, instead of focusing on someone that isn't showing up for you. Remember, if you loved this episode feel free to dm me on instagram @lyss or @dateyourselfinstead, and be sure to rate it on Spotify.

Jun 11, 202325:06
The worst dates I’ve been on in New York City

The worst dates I’ve been on in New York City

You asked for it, and here we are. The worst dates I've ever been on in New York City. Dating can be a whirlwind, and an absolute mess - especially with easy access to dating apps. In my late 20's, I would go on dates for fun that often were either really fun or a total disaster. In this episode, I talk about some of the worst experiences I've had. If you enjoyed this episode, feel free to follow and dm me @lyss and stay updated with more content on the podcast account @dateyourselfinstead. Love you.
Jun 05, 202333:56
How to avoid getting attached too quickly

How to avoid getting attached too quickly

It's easy to get attached to someone we've just met...because they're nice. Because they're attractive and treat us right. But how soon is too soon to get attached? Often times I'd become so fixated on one person early on, only to realize it was all smoke and mirrors. This person was not at all who I thought they were. So here's an episode talking about that experience, and how to avoid getting attached too fast. If you loved this episode, dm me on instagram @lyss or @dateyourselfinstead and share it with a friend. Xoxo.
May 29, 202338:27
I was LOVE BOMBED - a dating story time

I was LOVE BOMBED - a dating story time

The first half of this episode talks about self worth, valuing yourself and to avoid jumping into a new relationship before you've processed a breakup. The second half of this episode talks about love bombing and a story time of a guy I dated super briefly that was fucking obsessed with me for a hot minute and then put me in a really uncomfortable situation, and THEN vanished off the face of the earth. If you liked or could relate to this episode, follow me and dm me on instagram @lyss and stay updated on the podcast account @dateyourselfinstead. Xoxo.
May 22, 202338:15
Stop being desperate & needy in love

Stop being desperate & needy in love

I definitely have had my moments in relationships where I felt like I smothered my partner with desperate energy. I was needy and insecure because I didn't love or value myself enough to know who I truly was. I didn't know my worth, so I would project my insecurities often onto my boyfriends in hopes that would make them want to be with me more, but instead it often backfired and became messy. I also mention this amazing book, The Mastery of Love, in the beginning of this episode which has helped me through my healing process and has helped the relationship I have with myself. If you are loving the podcast, always feel free to DM me on instagram @lyss or @dateyourselfinstead.
May 15, 202334:49
Stop giving SO much to someone you’re not even dating

Stop giving SO much to someone you’re not even dating

In this episode, I dive into a storytime about a guy I was taking on dates around New York City. I was putting in an unreasonable amount of effort…and for what? When someone isn’t your boyfriend, you shouldn’t be the only one making concrete plans.
May 08, 202323:51
How to feel GOOD being alone

How to feel GOOD being alone

Being alone can be a scary experience at first, especially after a breakup. In this episode, I dive into my advice about being by myself and what I’ve learned from being my own company.
May 08, 202321:38
I did magic mushrooms in mexico - here's what I took from it

I did magic mushrooms in mexico - here's what I took from it

Psyliocybin. Magic mushrooms. Tulum. This experience changed my life and my perception of everything in the world. I was going through one of the worst depressions, and I met a Spirit Guide in Mexico who altered the course of my life permanently. She guided me through a magic mushroom trip that would ultimately lead me to creating the podcast, and free me from a great deal of trauma I had carried with me over the course of my life. In this episode I dive into the lessons this experience taught me and I hope this experience can help some of you.
May 01, 202326:30
Forgiving yourself when you've f*cked up

Forgiving yourself when you've f*cked up

What happens when you're the problem? Forgiving yourself when you've made a mistake can be challenging. We all go through periods of time in our live where we're bound to make mistakes, but those mistakes can turn into valuable learning lessons. In this episode, I give various examples of how we can f*ck up and how it can be helpful to just own up to those mistakes and be honest with who you are. Don't beat yourself up too much, you're still human.


PS - if you enjoyed this episode, always feel free to send me a DM on instagram @lyss and @dateyourselfinstead.

Apr 24, 202327:17
Not everyone is going to like you

Not everyone is going to like you

Not everyone is going to like you or accept you - that's just how life is. The most important thing is that YOU like you. In this episode, I talk about my personal experiences with how people treated me poorly for no apparent reason at all - and what those experiences taught me. If you enjoyed this episode, always feel free to DM me on instagram @lyss and @dateyourselfinstead.

Apr 17, 202328:13
How to know if you're with the wrong person vs. right person
Apr 10, 202326:37
Going through a breakup? Here's the ultimate best friend pep talk

Going through a breakup? Here's the ultimate best friend pep talk

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They are dropping SO soon and there are only 100 hoodies available, so sign up for the waitlist to snag one before they sell out.


Going through a breakup? Today I'm talking to you as your best friend. You deserve the world. You deserve to be happy. Remember that you have the power to create the life you want, and that you deserve to be surrounded by people who appreciate and value you.


Let's chat! DM and follow me on instagram @dateyourselfinstead if you enjoyed this episode.

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Apr 03, 202321:11
Twin flames and karmic relationships

Twin flames and karmic relationships

Twin flames - are they a good or bad thing? In this episode, I dive into my personal twin flame experience and the valuable lessons I learned from dating mine. I reflect on how my twin flame taught me a lot about myself, and helped me grow & mature as a person. As always, if you enjoyed this episode, feel free to rate the podcast on Spotify, and send me a message on instagram @lyss or @dateyourselfinstead.

Mar 27, 202325:53
How to let go and move on because you deserve BETTER

How to let go and move on because you deserve BETTER

This is the ultimate breakup guide and podcast for anyone trying to move on and let go, because you deserve better. You deserve someone who will commit to you and give you the world. Why are you settling? In this episode, I discuss my perspective on this topic and dive into my own emotions as well. Remember, you can always message me on instagram @lyss or @dateyourselfinstead if you enjoyed this episode.
Mar 20, 202327:54
The power of walking away

The power of walking away

Why are we so afraid to walk away from a toxic relationship?

Sometimes we're afraid to leave relationships for a variety of reasons, including:

  1. Fear of being alone
  2. Fear of the unknown
  3. Fear of change
  4. Children and family obligations

And so much more. In this episode, I talk about the power of walking away from a relationship that isn't serving you, and some useful tips to navigate a breakup. As always, you can DM me on instagram @lyss or @dateyourselfinstead if you enjoyed this episode!

Subscribe to my new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCCyfFUtRJ5-RS0M3d99TQQ

Mar 13, 202328:42
Love letter method - manifest your soulmate instantly

Love letter method - manifest your soulmate instantly

Surprise!!! I decided to release this one early because, well...I love you all dearly. Manifest your soulmate literally instantly, this works every time ;) This video is about how I manifested 3 different people into my life using a letter. It's simple, effective, and can bring magic and miracles into your life really quickly.  Let's connect on my socials! If you decide to try this, let me know.  

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lyss

Tiktok: http://www.tiktok.com/@lyss

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0eOWc023M5M


Mar 10, 202318:39
How self-respect changes everything
Mar 06, 202337:42
Right person, wrong time
Feb 27, 202330:23
Setting boundaries in love & how toxic relationships can make you sick
Feb 20, 202339:02
50 ways to date yourself at any age
Feb 13, 202332:06
Let go of them and become MAGNETIC as f*ck

Let go of them and become MAGNETIC as f*ck

We all know how this story goes; You’re in love or like with someone but you’re holding on too tight. When you choose to let go of them, they sense it and try to come right back into your life. In this episode I build on how to take your POWER back after a breakup and talk about what being magnetic means, what letting go looks like and the empowerment you’ll feel when you experience the freedom of stepping into your higher self.

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Feb 06, 202337:44
You’re not “crazy” - why trusting your gut is SO powerful
Jan 30, 202335:46
How to manifest your dream life in 2023
Jan 23, 202328:05
30 things I learned before my 30th birthday
Jan 16, 202327:18