{"id":621967,"date":"2026-11-03T20:39:35","date_gmt":"2026-11-03T20:39:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.olympiajournal.com\/news\/story\/621967\/jim-hetheringtons-swipe-left-on-the-frogs-helps-readers-examine-their-values-before-commitment.html"},"modified":"2026-11-03T20:39:35","modified_gmt":"2026-11-03T20:39:35","slug":"jim-hetheringtons-swipe-left-on-the-frogs-helps-readers-examine-their-values-before-commitment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.olympiajournal.com\/news\/story\/621967\/jim-hetheringtons-swipe-left-on-the-frogs-helps-readers-examine-their-values-before-commitment.html","title":{"rendered":"Jim Hetherington\u2019s Swipe Left on the Frogs Helps Readers Examine Their Values Before Commitment"},"content":{"rendered":"
A companion album created by Roy Smoothe extends the book\u2019s message about self-understanding and lasting love through music.<\/div>\n

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ONTARIO, Canada – NOVEMBER 3, 2026 –<\/strong> Relationship coach, author, and speaker Jim Hetherington has released Swipe Left on the Frogs, published by Elite Authors Club Publishing. A 14-track companion album inspired by the book features lyrics and music written, recorded, and produced by Roy Smoothe.<\/p>\n

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Video Link: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/HRcbVcXa6k8<\/a><\/p>\n

\u200bThe book launched September 30, 2026, and is available in paperback and eBook format alongside the release of the companion album.<\/p>\n

\u200bThe book helps adults explore their values, recognize relationship patterns, and have more thoughtful conversations about love and commitment. It is built around eleven F-words: Faith, Family, Friendships, Future, Finances, Frustration, Faithfulness, Frisky, Forever, Feasting, and Flexible. Each opens a conversation about an area of life that can shape compatibility and a shared future.<\/p>\n

\u200b“Lasting love begins with knowing yourself and understanding what you value,” says Hetherington. “Before you swipe right on someone else, swipe right on yourself.”<\/p>\n

\u200bStories and Frog Check reflections guide readers to notice a pattern, examine what matters, and choose a next action or conversation. Readers can begin by defining what one important value means in practice and identifying a conversation they need to have. The eleven F-words are lenses for understanding, not a checklist for finding a perfect partner. Looking inward does not make anyone responsible for another person’s behaviour.<\/p>\n

\u200bOne encounter described in the book illustrates why Hetherington believes these conversations should begin earlier. A bride-to-be became tearful while discussing the life she and her partner wanted to build, telling him no one had ever raised those questions with her. That experience is one reason he encourages people to discuss values and expectations before commitment.<\/p>\n

\u200bSwipe Left on the Frogs is written for adults who are single, dating, divorced, widowed, or beginning again and want to make wiser choices about love and commitment. Couples can also use it to explore expectations, discuss differences, and consider the future they are building together. The Frog Pond, an online companion destination, supports readers further.<\/p>\n

\u200bGet Your Copy<\/p>\n

\u200bGet your copy of Swipe Left on the Frogs and start exploring the values, patterns, and conversations that shape the relationship you want to build:<\/p>\n

\u200bBook: https:\/\/www.jimhetherington.com\/swipeleftonthefrogs-436568<\/a><\/p>\n

The Frog Pond: https:\/\/www.jimhetherington.com\/frogpond<\/a><\/p>\n

Companion Album: https:\/\/smoothemixx.lsnto.me\/1d1znlzf<\/a><\/p>\n

\u200bInterview and Speaking Topics<\/p>\n

\u200bHetherington is available for podcast and media interviews, relationship speaking engagements, and coaching for individuals and couples. Topics include:<\/p>\n