# Are Coffee Dates A Huge Turn Off?! | Matt Monday

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Podcast: [Love Life With Matthew Hussey](https://stenobird.com/podcast/love-life-with-matthew-hussey-962714)
Published: 2026-05-18T07:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://shows.acast.com/love-life-with-matthew-hussey/episodes/are-coffee-dates-a-huge-turn-off-matt-monday
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## Resource

What if one tiny dating decision was secretly shaping how people see your value?  In this week’s episode, I dive into one of the internet’s most heated modern dating debates: the coffee date. It's one that’s sparked arguments across TikTok, Reddit, and dating culture at large. Some people say this common first-date move is practical and refreshing. Others claim it signals low standards, low effort, or even low self-worth. So…who’s right? I unpack the surprising psychology behind why this topic triggers such strong reactions, how dating apps have completely changed expectations, and why many people may be focusing on the wrong thing entirely. The conversation goes far beyond dating etiquette. It’s really about confidence, perception, emotional investment, and what actually matters when building a genuine connection. By the end, you may completely rethink what makes a date meaningful in the first place.  --- ►►►► Never Face Your Love Life Alone Again. Try Matthew AI for FREE at AskMH.com ►► Transform Your Life in 2 Powerful Days. Learn More About the Matthew Hussey Weekend Retreat at MHRetreat.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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