In today's episode, I share an update on my 52 Dates Project after completing the first quarter of this year-long journey. I reflect on what I've learned about myself through putting my healing into action - from dating experiences to attending events solo and joining new groups.

What I Cover in This Episode:

An explanation of my 52 Dates Project - getting out of my comfort zone 52 times in 2025

How I'm developing true "main character energy" rather than just faking it

The surprising ways my relationship with myself has evolved

Self-care practices I've noticed doing for dates that I want to continue doing just for me

How my list of values for a potential partner has changed and evolved

The tension I've discovered between independence and connection

My fear of losing myself in relationships and how I'm working through it

Challenges with verbalizing my thoughts and needs in the moment

Practical takeaways and boundaries I'm implementing

Journal Prompts:

What self-care practices do I reserve only for special occasions, and what would it feel like to incorporate them into my regular routine just for myself?

When have I known something wasn't right for me but struggled to act on that knowledge? What helped me finally trust my intuition?

How do my values show up in my daily choices? Which values feel most authentic to who I am now versus who I was in the past?

What fear surfaces when I think about balancing independence with connection? What would help me feel more secure in maintaining my identity while being open to partnership?

In what ways have my past experiences shaped how I approach new relationships? What patterns am I committed to changing, and what strengths have I developed that I want to bring forward?

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