Where You Mess It Up On Dates 2 & 3 (And How To Get Date 4)

So you made it past the first date… now what? In this episode, Carla Romo breaks down how to maintain momentum after the first date and avoid the subtle mistakes that cause things to fizzle out. She shares how to deepen emotional connection, stay consistent, and build trust without rushing or forcing the relationship. Carla also dives into pacing intimacy, explaining how to navigate physical connection without making things awkward or losing alignment. If you've ever had something start strong and then suddenly fall off, this episode will show you what's really going on—and how to fix it. **What You'll Learn** - Momentum is built through consistency, not intensity - Go deeper emotionally without overwhelming your date - Let connection grow naturally—don't force it - Stay curious without becoming overly attached - Communication between dates matters more than you think - Pacing intimacy helps build trust and long-term connection **Work with me**:  1:1 Coaching program Ask Me Anything - 30 Min Session Dating Profile Makeover - 30 Min Session **Proven Dating Courses**: Swipe Match Spark: The Ultimate Dating App Guide No Filter: The Sex Guide Every Dater Needs **Book**: Contagious Love: Break Free From Codependency for Damn Good **Tiktok**: @iamcarlaromo  **Instagram**: @iamcarlaromo **Youtube**: @iamcarlaromo **FREEBIE**: 20 Best First and Second Date Questions **Rate, Review, & Follow, Carla Turned On** **Sound Bites** - "Be consistent in your communication" - "Let things progress naturally" - "Stay curious but not attached" **Chapters** 02:00 – You Got the First Date… Now Don't Screw Up Dates 2 & 3 16:35 – When Intimacy Starts Coming Up… How to Handle Pacing Without It Getting Weird **Disclaimer: Carla Turned On content has been made available for informational, entertainment, and educational purposes only. Carla Turned On is distinctly different from coaching, counseling, psychotherapy, or psychoanalysis and does not deal with the diagnosis or treatment of emotional problems. Carla Turned On does not constitute medical consultation or treatment.**