224. Dating, Shame and Self-Compassion
In this episode, I dive deep into a breakthrough moment from our recent Dating After Divorce Collective coaching call. Here's what we unpack:
Key Insights:
Why shame triggers show up in your dating journey and how societal narratives impact your dating confidence
The real reason dating feels hard (hint: it's not because "all the good ones are taken")
How fear of wasting time leads to either dismissing potential partners too quickly or staying too long with the wrong ones
Why perfectionism and the need to "get it right" keeps you stuck
Personal Growth Takeaways:
Recognize that everyone is "winging it" - even those who seem to have it all figured out
Transform your relationship with making mistakes in dating
Build unshakeable self-compassion as your foundation for dating success
Practical Dating Tips:
Release the pressure to make perfect decisions
Give yourself permission to be in the learning process
Own your dating choices without defaulting to blaming others
