Welcome back to the Matchmaker Matchmaker podcast! In this episode, Aleeza and Rabbi are tackling a common concern: how to deal with those awkward moments of silence on a first date. They chat about getting comfortable with quiet moments and using them to really get to know your date better. First dates can be a bit awkward, and it's totally okay to have those silent pauses. Tune in to get some down-to-earth advice on how to handle these situations! Embracing Silence: Aleeza and Rabbi discuss handling awkward silence on first dates. Aleeza shares a peaceful moment with her husband during a park date. Rabbi sees value in comfortable silence indicating connection. Quiet Connection: Awkward silences early in relationships can show comfort in companionship. Aleeza relates it to meditation, staying calm during pauses. Redefining Awkwardness: Rabbi challenges viewing first-date awkwardness as natural. Don't judge based on that moment's discomfort. Pushing Forward: Aleeza and Rabbi suggest not letting silence stop second dates. Try the "five-day challenge," facing initial awkwardness for deeper connections. Check out the video version of this show at https://www.youtube.com/@aleezabenshalom/videos To submit your question for a future episode, go to www.MarriageMindedMentor.com/Podcast