If you’ve been wondering whether dating is harder than it used to be, I’m here to tell you: yes. You’re not imagining things. It’s not just that you’re older, pickier, or doomed to attract commitment-phobes. The truth is, dating today has a unique set of challenges, most of which are designed to keep you swiping, second-guessing, and emotionally confused. But don’t panic. Today we’re going to break down why dating feels so hard right now (it’s not just you), what emotional availability really means, and what you can do to shift how you date so you stop wasting time.
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For the One Love Collective Community
Tier I:
- Journaling Prompts
- Conversation Starters That Reveal Emotional Availability
- Nervous System Check-In Tracker
Tier II:
- Boundary Clarity Worksheet: What You’re Available For (and What You’re Not)
- Guided visualization
- When Dating Feels Like Rejection
Tier III:
- Connection Journal Template
- Are You Dating from Self-Worth or Self-Doubt? Quiz
- Reframing Chemistry Worksheet: Is It Excitement or Emotional Safety?
Resources for Why Is Dating So Damn Hard Right Now? (And How to Spot Real Emotional Availability)
How Your Attachment Style Affects Your Personal Relationships
Are You Trauma Bonding in Your Relationships and Don’t Realize It?
The Four Reasons Self-Awareness is the Most Important Thing in Your Relationship