The School of Dating

The School of Dating

The School of Dating: Real Lessons. Real Love. A Brighter Tomorrow by Ykeme Smith-Bey is a practical, relatable guide for anyone ready to date with more confidence, intention, and discernment.

Dating shouldn’t feel like walking into class without a syllabus. Through 24 easy-to-follow lessons, The School of Dating explores everything from preparing for the first date and having meaningful conversations to setting boundaries, recognizing red and green flags, understanding compatibility, protecting your peace, and knowing when it’s time to walk away.

With warmth, humor, and straight-to-the-point guidance, Ykeme reminds readers that dating isn’t an audition to convince someone to choose you—you’re choosing, too.

Whether you’re returning to the dating world, healing from past relationships, or simply ready to make healthier choices in love, this book gives you tools to date without losing yourself in the process.

Class is in session. Bring your standards with you.

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Chapters

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Introduction: Welcome to The School of Dating

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Lesson 1: Before the First Date

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Lesson 2: Making the Plans

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Lesson 3: First Impressions Matter

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Lesson 4: Conversation Is Everything

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Lesson 5: Put the Phone Down

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Lesson 6: Who Pays?

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Lesson 7: Read the Room

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Lesson 8: Ending the Date with Class

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Lesson 9: After the Date: Reflect, Don’t Overthink

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Lesson 10: Know Your Worth: Date with Intention

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Lesson 11: The Date Recap

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Lesson 12: Key Lessons & Moving Forward

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Lesson 13: The Bigger Picture: It’s About Your Peace

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Lesson 14: Building Healthy Habits Together

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Lesson 15: Real Love Recognizes Real Growth

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Lesson 16: Healthy Relationships Create a Stronger You

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Lesson 17: Real Love Requires Real Work

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Lesson 18: Real Love Supports Your Dreams

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Lesson 19: Real Love Grows with Intention

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Lesson 20: Real Love Takes Consistent Effort

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Lesson 21: Real Love Feels Safe, Seen & Valued

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Lesson 22: When It’s Not a Match

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Lesson 23: Dating with Discernment

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Lesson 24: Graduation Day

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A Letter from the Author