Are we looking for love in the wrong places?
For matchmaker Lauren Hunter, finding the right relationship has far less to do with chasing chemistry or the perfect person and much more to do with knowing yourself, understanding what you value and recognising how a healthy relationship actually feels.
Lauren’s perspective is shaped by more than her work. She is a mother who has experienced divorce, rebuilt her life and found love again, giving her a deeply personal understanding of what it means to start over and choose differently.
In this candid conversation with HTE founder Erin Hughes, Lauren brings a refreshingly direct perspective to modern dating, relationships and love. From the endless choice created by dating apps to the difference between intensity and genuine connection, she challenges some of the ideas we’ve been taught about finding “the one”.
At its heart, this is a conversation about self-worth, connection and creating a life that feels rich on its own, while remaining open to the people who might become part of it.
In this episode she shares:
· Why dating apps and endless choice can make it harder to recognise a good relationship.
· The difference between chemistry, intensity and a relationship that actually feels safe and secure.
· How divorce and rebuilding her life changed Lauren’s understanding of love and what matters in a partner.
· Why becoming a mother changed what Lauren looked for when she was ready to find love again.
· What Lauren has learnt as a matchmaker about the people who are genuinely ready for a relationship.
· Why knowing your worth and being comfortable on your own can help you make better relationship choices.
· Lauren’s advice for single mums who want to date again while still prioritising their children.
· Why building strong friendships, community and a full life of your own matters when looking for lasting love.
Key Quotes
“Confusion is a no. And certainty and emotional maturity, they’re the things that I’m looking for with couples.”
“It takes time to fall in love and to get to know someone.”
“Love is about finding who you are and what brings out the best in you.”
“Marriage is choosing your partner every single day.”
“Make your life rich. Make your life really rich in relationships and trust.”
“You are a whole person without the children.”
“Don’t just choose someone because they’re there.”
“The next ten years could be the best of your life.”
More about Lauren
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