Counseling Talk — A podcast by 9Marks

On Dating Part 1: Appreciation and Attraction (Ep. 49)

Counseling Talk — A podcast by 9Marks

Show Notes

Garrett, Hayley and Deepak start season 4 with a conversation about dating, starting with the role of appreciation and attraction.

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