Clara For Daters (Not a dating app)

Connection is a fundamental human need. I’m proud to be working alongside the team at Tinder every day, maniacally focused on delivering the easiest and most fun way to help people meet and be met. Thank you to Milken Institute for the invitation to speak today on Finding Love in the Modern World, to Monique Kelley for your superb moderation, and to my co-panelists Yung Pueblo, Amy Nobile Messing, DeVon Franklin, and Ophira Edut for this thought-provoking discussion. Dating has its ups and downs, but a constant is — dating is much easier and more fun when your friends are along for the ride. That’s why Tinder is making it easier for friends and family to be part of the dating journey, with features like Share My Date - which lets you share date details with friends - and Matchmaker - where friends can help vet matches for you. Watch our full conversation: https://lnkd.in/gczz8TNU

💡 Opinion : It's time for both dating apps AND daters to embrace accountability in shaping the digital dating landscape 💡 The recent NPR article by Bobby Allyn sheds light on the lawsuit against the Match Group and its apps Tinder, Hinge, and The League, suggesting that they are designed to engage users in compulsive behavior, potentially hindering their ability to find meaningful relationships while encouraging spending on subscriptions and premium features. Reflecting on my past insights, it's clear that a shift in perspective is crucial. Dating apps serve as valuable tools for making digital introductions, providing opportunities for potential meaningful connections—a form of lead sourcing, if you will. However, the onus falls on the dater to transform these digital introductions into real-life interactions, discerning whether they hold genuine potential. While daters play a pivotal role in this process, I believe that dating apps can also take a more proactive stance in supporting their users beyond the initial match. This is where collaborations with Clara For Daters come into play. By integrating Clara For Daters as an intentional dating post-match logbook, dating apps can empower their users to convert digital introductions into meaningful connections by focusing on nurturing the relationship and understanding the value of in-person dates. This aligns seamlessly with their mission of transitioning people from the digital realm to meaningful offline connections. Such collaborations demonstrate a commitment to the holistic well-being and success of users, echoing their aspiration to foster genuine connections beyond digital interaction. It's a tangible way for dating apps to show dedication to facilitating meaningful connections and empowering users in their post-match dating journey. In the pursuit of authentic and meaningful connections, I urge both daters and dating apps to recognize their roles and take proactive steps together to improve our modern dating landscape. Together, let's empower social connection, one intentional date at a time. Download Clara for Daters Free in the App Store 👇 https://lnkd.in/ghxHwuM3 Read full article: https://lnkd.in/gSFGGgxm #DatingApps #Accountability #IntentionalDating #ClaraForDaters #socialimpact #businessethics #meaningfulconnections #lonelinessepidemic

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 Thrilled to share that Clara For Daters has been featured in Los Angeles Magazine February edition! 🌟 Check out the article "How a Local Female Auto Exec Took the Guess Work Out of Dating Apps" by Lina Lecaro to learn more about our mission to empower modern daters craving meaningful connections and curb the loneliness and social isolation epidemic. As Founder and CEO of Clara For Daters, I'm deeply honored for this recognition. Our platform is not a dating app—it's a positive technology tool that supports daters in their post-match efforts to nurture meaningful connections while protecting mental wellness in today's digital age of romantic distraction. Inspired by psychology-driven principles, Clara empowers users to cultivate healthy and honest connections through interactive journaling, open conversations, and in-person gatherings. We're committed to prioritizing authenticity over swipe culture and fostering genuine connections that transcend the digital realm as we fill that post-match gap of support for modern daters. Thank you, Los Angeles Magazine, for spotlighting Clara for Daters and helping us amplify our message of authenticity and empowerment in the realm of modern dating and the power of meaningful social connections. 🙏 We look forward to future collaboration opportunities with organizations like The Foundation for Social Connection and traditional dating apps like Match, Tinder, Bumble Inc. and Hinge as we look to address the loneliness and social isolation epidemic that has taken ahold in our communities. We believe that we can empower single individuals to engage in the basic exercise of post-match intentional dating with the support of our thoughtful and accessible digital resource. Through thoughtful collaboration we will be able to make a difference as we learn to better understand the dynamics of social atrophy, identify effective interventions and tailor initiatives to meet the specific needs of each affected community. Together we look to empower social connection, one intentional date at a time. Check out the article here: https://lnkd.in/dVhbXs46 Clara For Daters is FREE and available in the App Store. https://lnkd.in/ghxHwuM3 #ClaraForDaters #ModernDating #AuthenticConnections #LA Magazine #lonelinessepidemic #socialconnection #selfisolation #socialatrophy #socialimpact

🌟 Opinion: Three Reasons Why Daters Are Confused About What They Want As Founder and CEO of Clara For Daters, I've observed three key factors contributing to the confusion many individuals face in the realm of dating: 1. Dating App Conditioning: Dating apps have shaped our perceptions, leading us to prioritize matching criteria over genuine compatibility. While someone may tick all the boxes of attractiveness, job status, and shared interests, it's crucial to assess if their behavior aligns with our own comfort and values. 2. Media Influence: Media often paints romantic ideals that revolve around finding a fairy tale prince or supermodel, fostering unrealistic expectations. Instead of solely focusing on sparks and superficial attractions, consider if your date authentically connects with you and respects your space. 3. Family Patterns: Our upbringing influences the relationship dynamics we seek, even if they're not necessarily healthy. While familial approval may sway our perceptions, it's essential to recognize if we're making excuses for hurtful behavior and staying true to our own standards. Dating can undoubtedly be perplexing, but it's crucial to remain honest with ourselves amidst the noise of societal expectations. Don’t get caught up in conditioned values. Stay true to your own and embrace radical honesty in your dating journey. If you're seeking guidance, consider downloading our FREE intentional dating logbook, Clara for Daters, available on the App Store. Our post-date vibe check questions will help you reflect on connections while staying grounded in your personal values. 📱✨ DOWNLOAD HERE https://lnkd.in/ghxHwuM3 #DatingJourney #StayTrueToYourself #ClaraForDaters #positivepsychology #positivetechnology #mentalhealth #lonelinessepidemic #loneliness #socialatrophy #behaviorchange #socialconnection

I recently came across an interesting Valentine's Day offering – "Situationship Boxes" by Sweethearts Candies. (https://lnkd.in/dEN3NVgQ) While the cleverness of this marketing approach is apparent, it also prompted some reflections on the current landscape of modern relationships. On one hand, it's fascinating to see how brands tap into dating trends. However, the existence of a market for candies playfully mocking the ambiguity in modern relationships is a poignant commentary on the prevalent culture of anxious, unhealthy relationship dynamics, often labeled as "situationships." This phenomenon, amusing as it may be, sheds light on broader societal challenges – a culture and generation grappling with a loneliness and self-isolation epidemic with the need for organizations such as the The Foundation for Social Connection to exist and for companies like Hinge Bumble Inc. and Tinder to consider new initiatives in support of the well-being and mental health of their users. As the founder of intentional dating tool Clara For Daters and as a fellow dater, it makes me eager to continue my efforts of support of our society and the relationships we are choosing to pursue post-match. My hope is that our Clara users, intentional daters committed to understanding their dating journeys, won't find themselves needing such candies. We recognize that situationships don't align with our mental health and well-being. While we enjoy the humor, let's also ponder the deeper implications and continue our collective efforts to foster meaningful connections. Here's to intentional and purposeful connections in our modern dating landscape. #mentalhealth #datingandmentalhealth #lonelinessepidemic #socialconnection #positivetechnology #techcompany

2020 broke me. 2021 challenged me. 2022 changed me. 2023 inspired me. 2024 watch me! The last few years of my life have been a complete rollercoaster–anybody in the same boat? As the new year approaches, I'm thinking about all the pressures my fellow female founders and I constantly put on ourselves, and I am so grateful to have been included in #TheZoeReport roundup: ‘How Successful Businesswomen Recharge for the New Year’. It gave me a rare opportunity to reflect on where I’ve been and where I intend on going alongside some real baddies. For entrepreneurial women, the balance between personal and professional life often feels like a blob with blurred lines and not enough separation. Hello from a dater who created an app for daters seeking to make meaningful connections, Clara For Daters! In my case, I’ve tried to be persistent about my goals for Clara while also remaining steadfast in my quest to find a partner and start a family. As I told the The Zoe Report: “I leverage Clara (yes, I am a super user of my own app!) to hold myself accountable to my dating goals, actively seeking and setting up at least one date a week and actively reflecting during this time period. The holiday season tends to be a time when people are more relationship-oriented, making it an ideal period for intentional dating and nurturing the desire for a partner or family.” Can any of you relate? I also loved hearing the end-of-year practices that these amazing women count on for grounding, gratitude, and all-around positivity. Here, I’m sharing some of my favorite words of wisdom from CEOs, brand founders, and other high-pressure career women going into 2024 with aplomb: “I always schedule a few extra [therapy] slots in the holiday season. Without it, I would never be able to bring the wins of my year to the forefront, but instead get stuck in the imposter syndrome cycle or focus on all the negatives.” - Kimmy McAtee Bell “I prioritize spending time with my family around the holidays; their unwavering support reminds me to be grateful. It also gives me perspective on how far I've come in life from growing up in a small town and helps me enter the new year with a fresh, optimistic attitude.” - Allison Luvera “This time is all about hunkering down … I want the feeling of being in a cocoon so that I can emerge at the beginning of the year feeling rested, renewed, and ready.” - Sheena Zadeh-Daly Read the full article to hear more about the importance of year-end unplugging, investing in our mental health, showing gratitude to our teams, and more from Joey Nix, Lauren T. Wilson, Lauren De Niro Pipher, and Ripley Rader. #WomenEntrepreneurs #Businesswomen #TheZoeReport #NewYear

This holiday season, I am practicing action-based self-care. November 13-19 is #SelfCareWeek and I want to share a very personal story with you about how I learned to care for my mental health by applying a business psychology strategy to my dating mindset. Here’s a snippet of the story I shared with #CanvasRebel about how entrepreneurship shifted my perspective on dating and self-care: “In my automotive career, I had consistently celebrated victories, but in this new journey of entrepreneurship, it was about learning to fail – not just learning to fail but learning to fail fast, to adapt, to iterate, and to evolve. It was about recognizing that making mistakes was a part of the process, that there were no guarantees, and that failure wasn’t an end but a stepping stone towards success. As I embraced this new path, I realized that success in love, just like in entrepreneurship, wasn’t about knowing all the answers. It was about being willing to learn, to grow, and to adapt. This humbling experience led to the birth of Clara For Daters, an interactive relationship management tool that empowers individuals to make informed choices in their quest for love. My story is a testament to resilience and the transformative power of learning to fail. It’s a journey that evolved from knowing all the answers to embracing uncertainty, and from a successful automotive leader to a hopeless romantic Love Scientist on a mission to revolutionize the world of dating and mental health. Success isn’t about avoiding failures but about having the courage to fail, learn, and keep moving forward. In curiosity, we find the strength to rewrite our stories and reimagine our paths, even when it means starting all over again.” I have been on 22 dates since I started logging them in Clara For Daters in February 2023. Some were first dates and some were multiple meetings with the same person. This time last year, I had already declared a dating “pause” until the new year to protect my mental health with the disappointment I felt while dating in 2022. This year is different. I have a record of my progress and I know I am closer to the meaningful relationship I crave because I have 22 recorded attempts, all of which I have learned from. I have walked away from connections that seemed exciting but did not feel safe, instead of getting into another toxic relationship. I have learned what feels right and am actively pursuing those connections. And… I have two more dates scheduled for this week! Failure is not the lack of a desired outcome but the act of giving up. If something above resonated with you (or didn’t), tell me in the comments. I’d love to hear from you! #CanvasRebel #Press #LonelinessEpidemic #Moderndating #Consciousconnection #Mindfulness #Selfcare #Dating #Clarafordaters #Mentalhealth #Relationships #Datingexpert #Techfounder #Womanownedbusiness #Selfcareweek #Womenintech #Transformation #Datingjourney #hopelessromantic