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Love & Life, Sorted
Dr. Sandy To
16 episodes
2 days ago
Send us a text Join Dr. Sandy To, author of the groundbreaking book China's Leftover Women: Late Marriage Among Professional Women and Its Consequences (now celebrating its 10th anniversary), as she launches her exciting new podcast Love and Life Sorted! In this special bonus episode, Dr. To shares her personal journey into podcasting after nearly two decades of research on highly educated, accomplished women facing challenges in finding suitable partners. Discover why more women than ever ar...
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Send us a text Join Dr. Sandy To, author of the groundbreaking book China's Leftover Women: Late Marriage Among Professional Women and Its Consequences (now celebrating its 10th anniversary), as she launches her exciting new podcast Love and Life Sorted! In this special bonus episode, Dr. To shares her personal journey into podcasting after nearly two decades of research on highly educated, accomplished women facing challenges in finding suitable partners. Discover why more women than ever ar...
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Relationships
Education,
Society & Culture,
How To,
Self-Improvement
Episodes (16/16)
Love & Life, Sorted
10th Anniversary of China's Leftover Women book: Launch of Love and Life Sorted Podcast
Send us a text Join Dr. Sandy To, author of the groundbreaking book China's Leftover Women: Late Marriage Among Professional Women and Its Consequences (now celebrating its 10th anniversary), as she launches her exciting new podcast Love and Life Sorted! In this special bonus episode, Dr. To shares her personal journey into podcasting after nearly two decades of research on highly educated, accomplished women facing challenges in finding suitable partners. Discover why more women than ever ar...
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12 hours ago
11 minutes

Love & Life, Sorted
From Career Woman to Full-Time Mom: How Kitty Quit Her Job After 20 Years to Raise 3 Kids in Australia
Send us a text Ever wondered what happens when a high-powered career woman quits her 20-year job in investment banking to become a full-time mom of three—and relocates to Australia? In this raw and inspiring episode, my high school bestie Kitty shares her drastic life transition: from thriving in auditing and legal/compliance roles with helpers handling everything, to hands-on parenting, learning to cook, and navigating postpartum challenges abroad. We dive deep into mom guilt, missing career...
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1 week ago
33 minutes

Love & Life, Sorted
Should Women Make the First Move in Dating? Yes AND No
Send us a text In this episode of Love and Life, Sorted, Dr. Sandy To dives deep into one of the most debated dating questions: “Should women make the first move?” Drawing from classic advice in "The Rules" by Ellen Fein and Sherrie Schneider (why letting men pursue women matters) and modern insights from "Date-onomics" and “Make Your Move” by Jon Birger (why empowered women need to be more proactive in today's competitive market), Dr. To shares a balanced "yes AND no" approach. Learn practic...
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2 weeks ago
25 minutes

Love & Life, Sorted
End-of-Year Life Reset | How I Used "Designing Your Life" (Stanford Method) to Pivot My Career & Find Fulfillment
Send us a text Are you feeling stuck in your job, drained by overwork, or wondering what’s next in mid-career or as you approach retirement? In this episode of Love & Life Sorted, Dr. Sandy To shares her raw experience attending the exclusive pilot “Designing Your Work Life” workshop in Hong Kong – based on the New York Times bestselling book Designing Your Life by Stanford professors Bill Burnett & Dave Evans. You’ll discover: Why the end of the year is the perfect time for a total l...
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3 weeks ago
26 minutes

Love & Life, Sorted
4 Types of Women in Modern Dating & Marriage (Which One Are You?) |Traditionalists, Maximizers, Satisficers, Innovators
Send us a text Which type of woman are you when it comes to love, career, and marriage? In this episode, Dr. Sandy To breaks down the 4 female archetypes in today’s dating world: Traditionalist, Maximizer, Satisficer, and Innovator – and reveals exactly how each type approaches finding a partner, money, career, and family. Discover why some women happily become housewives only if the husband is the breadwinner (Traditionalist); the proactive “Maximizer” women who are more strategic and proact...
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4 weeks ago
20 minutes

Love & Life, Sorted
Women Breadwinners | Navigating Role Reversal, Challenges, and Relationship Success
In this eye-opening episode of Love and Life Sorted, Dr. Sandy To dives deep into the rise of women as primary breadwinners in modern relationships. Explore the challenges of gender role reversal, including resentment, housework imbalances, and emasculation fears. Learn about "deviance neutralization techniques" from classic sociology research, real-life stories of boss wives, and the difference between involuntary and voluntary breadwinners (aka, Satisficers). Discover practical advice for c...
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1 month ago
30 minutes

Love & Life, Sorted
How Old is Too Old to Have a Child? Pros, Cons, and Real-Life Stories on Late Parenthood
In this episode of Love and Life, Sorted (formerly Date Right 4 Your Type), we dive into the controversial question: How old is too old to have a child? Drawing from a real Hong Kong case of a 58-year-old woman welcoming her second baby, we explore the challenges of late pregnancy, including declining energy levels, limited time with your kids, and the emotional burden on children. We discuss fertility journeys, biological clocks, egg freezing, adoption options, and why waiting too long might...
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1 month ago
30 minutes

Love & Life, Sorted
3 Reasons Matchmaking Is the Best Way for Finding Love | Singles' Day Special
On this Singles' Day (11.11) episode of Love & Life, Sorted (previously Date Right 4 Your Type), Dr. Sandy To reveals why matchmaking is the most successful way to find a lifelong partner—outperforming random encounters, dating apps, and rom-com "meet-cutes." Discover the R.A.E. framework: Reliability (vetted character to avoid frauds like the Tinder Swindler), Accuracy (matching exact criteria like height, income, or zodiac signs), and Exclusivity (headhunter-style intros for high-achiev...
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1 month ago
30 minutes

Love & Life, Sorted
Overcoming Mom Guilt | Reclaiming Your Identity as a Career Mom in Motherhood
In this heartfelt episode of "Date Right for Your Type," Dr. Sandy To dives deep into the raw realities of motherhood for career women. From the long journey to finding a partner and starting a family, to the shocking loss of self-identity when you're suddenly just "someone's mom," Dr. To shares her personal struggles with mom guilt—from hyperthyroidism in pregnancy and breastfeeding challenges to the loneliness of full-time caregiving and the tough decision to return to work. Discover how to...
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1 month ago
31 minutes

Love & Life, Sorted
Is It Wrong to Date a Rich Guy? Love vs. Money in Modern Relationships
In this episode of "Date Right 4 Your Type," Dr. Sandy To dives into the age-old debate: Is it wrong to go for the rich guy? Exploring popular romcoms like "The Materialists" starring Dakota Johnson, and "Sweet Home Alabama" with Reese Witherspoon, we uncover why women often end up choosing “love” over “money” in relationships, and why they never seem to coexist. Contrast this with classics like "Pretty Woman" and "Maid in Manhattan," where marrying rich is celebrated. Learn about the two typ...
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2 months ago
16 minutes

Love & Life, Sorted
Who Pays On A Date? Why Men Should Still Show Chivalry in Modern Dating
In this eye-opening episode of "Date Right 4 Your Type," Dr. Sandy To dives into the age-old debate: Who should pay on a date? Sparked by a recent viral Hong Kong story where a man abandoned his date with a staggering $10,000 bill (including a $9,000 bottle of Krug champagne) on their very first meetup, we explore the controversy surrounding dating etiquette, splitting the bill, and traditional values in today's world. Dr. To argues why men should pay for initial dates to demonstrate respect,...
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2 months ago
20 minutes

Love & Life, Sorted
Dating as an Undercover Mission | How to Connect Authentically Without Intimidating Men
Discover how to approach dating as an undercover mission with Dr. Sandy To on "Date Right 4 Your Type." Learn why downplaying your accomplishments can help you build genuine connections and avoid intimidating potential partners. In this episode, Dr. To shares expert strategies for accomplished women to let their personality shine first, drawing from real-life stories and practical tips like the Maximizer approach. Tune in to unlock the secrets to meaningful relationships and avoid common dati...
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2 months ago
26 minutes

Love & Life, Sorted
#1 Reason Successful Women Struggle to Find Love | Men Are Intimidated by Successful Women
Have you ever been on a date that you thought went really well and you were 89% sure it was heading toward something meaningful? Except he didn’t ask you out again… The reason is - you were too accomplished for him! Struggling to find Mr. Right as a highly educated, successful woman? In this episode of Date Right for Your Type, Dr. Sandy To explores why accomplished women face dating challenges, including how men’s intimidation can derail promising connections. Learn why your success in...
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2 months ago
29 minutes

Love & Life, Sorted
Get Past Your Mental Blockage to Find Love
Tired of sabotaging your own love life? In this episode, we tackle the mental blocks holding you back from finding love. Discover how to stop rebelling against well-meaning friends and relatives who genuinely want to help you find a partner—often out of misplaced pride that keeps you stuck in single mode. Plus, we address the pressure from your single sisters or friends who might see your pursuit of a relationship as "selling out" or betraying the independent life, and how to navigate that gu...
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3 months ago
19 minutes

Love & Life, Sorted
Why Stay Single When You're Fabulous?
Are you self-sufficient, fabulous, and financially secure, yet wondering, "Why do I need a partner?" Join Dr. Sandy To on Date Right 4 Your Type as she explores the empowering choice of seeking companionship—not out of need, but want. In this engaging episode, Dr. Sandy challenges the rom-com narrative that you need someone to "complete" you, diving into why choosing a partner can add joy, support, and balance to your already amazing life. Discover why modern women can embrace the freedom to ...
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3 months ago
15 minutes

Love & Life, Sorted
Love & Life, Sorted - Trailer
Are you a single career woman ready to find your perfect partner? A married woman looking to understand more about marriage and family life? A mom who wants to make sense of motherhood? Or a man curious about what makes modern women click? Welcome to Love & Life, Sorted Podcast, hosted by Dr. Sandy To, a sociologist with nearly 20 years studying marriage, family, and partner choices. For single fabulous women, discover which type you are—Traditionalist, Maximizer, Satisficer, or Inn...
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3 months ago
1 minute

Love & Life, Sorted
Send us a text Join Dr. Sandy To, author of the groundbreaking book China's Leftover Women: Late Marriage Among Professional Women and Its Consequences (now celebrating its 10th anniversary), as she launches her exciting new podcast Love and Life Sorted! In this special bonus episode, Dr. To shares her personal journey into podcasting after nearly two decades of research on highly educated, accomplished women facing challenges in finding suitable partners. Discover why more women than ever ar...