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On Purpose with Jay Shetty · March 29, 2026 · 1h 46m

Logan Ury: #1 Dating Mistake That Leads to the Wrong Relationship

Logan Ury returns — now appearing on her third podcast in our system (KP #219, this, plus Hinge research). The #1 dating mistake: chasing the spark instead of compatibility. Only 11% of people experience love at first sight. The 'spark' is usually anxiety, not connection. Her formula: relationship success is 25% who you choose, 75% the effort you put in.

Canon

Ury's work at Hinge — building meaningful relationships is the core project. Third podcast appearance confirming this Canon.

Highlights

The spark is anxiety, not connection
Only 11% experience love at first sight. What people call 'the spark' is usually anxiety about whether someone is interested.
25/75 formula: 25% partner choice, 75% effort
Relationship success is 25% who you choose and 75% the effort you put in. Adopt a 'work it out' mindset, not a 'soulmate' mindset.

References

How to Not Die AloneLogan Ury (2021)Behavioral science applied to dating

Misc

Third podcast appearance in our system — Ferriss (via KP), KP #219, and now On Purpose
11% love-at-first-sight statistic
25/75 formula: 25% partner choice, 75% effort