Is anyone else feeling a bit anxious with things starting to go back to normal? All the people and social plans are a bit overwhelming to me. And I think COVID also was a relief to me in terms of my dating life since it almost acted as an excuse for me to not have to go on dates and now I feel like I should put myself out there again

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Yep, I feel the same way. But, take it at your own pace. I’m making efforts to make small changes gradually. I say no way more to social engagements than I used to, and all my friends have been understanding. Last year was traumatic and we’re all dealing with it in our own way.

As for dating, I’m also taking that slow. But, my goal is one in-person date a month. We’ll see how that goes. It’s only been a couple virtual dates since I started focusing on it again in April. It’s still not quite a priority to me. But, I’m trying. #babysteps

You got this, OP.

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So true!! I loved the pause on my dating life. Do we ever have to go back to it? Might just find me a golden girls type situation.

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