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Are You Sacrificing Your Needs for Someone Else?

Hi loves! It’s Rebecca Cooper Traynor from Match Me Canada—your matchmaker, dating coach, and advocate for healthy, empowering love. Today, I want to talk about something that gets in the way of real connection: abandoning yourself in relationships. Here’s the thing: love should never come at the cost of your own identity. But for so many of…

Jeff Tried Online Dating and Traditional Matchmaking—Here’s What Actually Worked

How Jeff Went from Overwhelmed to Exclusive – The Power of Doing Dating Right If you’re a smart, successful, and (let’s be honest) a little frustrated with modern dating, you’re not alone. My client Jeff—mid-60s, business professional, father, grandfather, art lover—was in the exact same spot before he worked with us at Match Me Canada.…

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How to Stop Confusing Loneliness With Love

Hi loves! It’s Rebecca Cooper Traynor from Match Me Canada—your matchmaker, dating coach, and go-to expert for navigating the emotional rollercoaster of modern dating. Let’s talk about something that’s as real as it gets: when loneliness feels like love. Loneliness has a way of playing tricks on us. It can make us cling to the wrong people,…

Abandonment Wounds in Dating: Why You Feel Anxious (How to Heal)

Hey beautiful souls! It’s Rebecca Cooper Traynor here from Match Me Canada, and today we’re going deep. Let’s talk about something that affects so many of us but is rarely openly discussed in dating—abandonment issues. Whether we know it or not, experiences of feeling abandoned, unseen, or left out as kids often show up in our…

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Why Dating Someone Different is the Best Thing That Could Happen to You

Are you stuck dating the same type of person over and over again? It’s time to shake things up! I’m Rebecca Cooper Traynor, Toronto matchmaker at Match Me Canada, and I’m here to tell you—dating someone different from your usual type might be exactly what you need to find real, lasting love. Let’s break those old patterns and start embracing something new!

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Still Friends with the Ex? Here’s How to Handle It Like a Boss

Let’s be honest: dating’s never as simple as it looks in the movies. You meet someone great, things are rolling along smoothly, and then—BAM!—you find out they’re still tight with their ex. Whether they’re grabbing dinner or catching a show, you’re left feeling all the feelings. So, how do you handle it without losing your cool? Spoiler: it’s about open convo, boundaries, and a whole lot of self-confidence.

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Love’s Hardest Challenge: Facing Ourselves in the Mirror

Hello Friends! I’m Rebecca Cooper Traynor, and for over 15 years, I’ve dedicated myself to helping individuals embark on a journey of self-discovery to find deep and meaningful love connections. At Match Me Canada, we understand that the quest for love often starts with a deeper understanding of oneself. Whether you’re single and seeking support in…