It’s easy to misread the cautionary signs of online dating in your 50s. In the uncharted territory of middle-aged Tinder, the irate divorcee who drinks too much but boasts an excellent sense of humour, might attract someone with endless compassion, but really, they need a therapist.

Then there's the fitness enthusiast who scoffs at your bag of chips but promises to 'motivate you toward a healthier lifestyle’.

And let's not forget the love-bombing optimist - they undoubtedly possess a good
heart but too much of something can be a bad sign.

Mike speaks with Dr Rachel Matthews, Author, University lecturer, Student Welfare Co-Ordinator who, during the exploration for her new novel, 'Never Look Desperate', and her personal foray back into the dating 'scene', learnt how to spot the mid-life red flags and how to get the fresh start she was after.

It’s easy to misread the cautionary signs of online dating in your 50s. In the uncharted territory of middle-aged Tinder, the irate divorcee who drinks too much but boasts an excellent sense of humour, might attract someone with endless compassion, but really, they need a therapist.
Then there's the fitness enthusiast who scoffs at your bag of chips but promises to 'motivate you toward a healthier lifestyle’.
And let's not forget the love-bombing optimist - they undoubtedly possess a good heart but too much of something can be a bad sign.
Mike speaks with Dr Rachel Matthews, Author, University lecturer, Student Welfare Co-Ordinator who, during the exploration for her new novel, 'Never Look Desperate', and her personal foray back into the dating 'scene', learnt how to spot the mid-life red flags and how to get the fresh start she was after.

Australia Overnight with Mike Jeffreys, 12am – 4am weekdays.

Wake Up Australia, 4am - 9:30am weekdays.

Australia Overnight with Mike Jeffreys, 12am – 4am weekdays.
Wake Up Australia, 4am - 9:30am weekdays.

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