Millennium Counseling Center
Millennium Counseling Center
Dating in Your 20s Series: Putting Yourself Out There
Dating in Your 20s Series: Putting Yourself Out There
Dating in Your 20s Series: Putting Yourself Out There
Wednesday 28th May 2025
Join Amelia and Lilly as they share hilarious dating stories, explore rejection's sting, and offer tips for facing fears in the modern dating world.
37 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Modern dating can feel daunting but is essential for growth.
- Rejection activates the brain's pain centre similarly to physical pain.
- Listening to your body's cues can guide your dating experiences.
- Embrace vulnerability; it leads to genuine connections.
- Self-regulation techniques can help manage dating anxiety.
"Putting yourself out there feels like bowling with bumper lanes - there's safety, but also shame."
Ever felt like modern dating is a game of dodgeball and you're the only one without a ball? Well, you're not alone. In this lively episode of The Millennium Counseling Center Podcast, hosts Amelia and Lilly share their own hilarious and cringe-worthy tales from the dating battlefield. From singles events in Chicago to the awkwardness of blind dates, they discuss the emotional rollercoaster that is putting yourself out there.
Amelia kicks things off with a story about attending a singles event in Chicago, complete with name tags and all the social anxiety one could muster. Her experience is a reminder that vulnerability is part and parcel of the dating game. Lilly chimes in with her own tale of a blind date set up by her dad, highlighting how the fear of rejection can sting just as much as physical pain.
The duo dive into why dating in today's world feels like navigating a minefield. They explore how rejection activates the brain's pain centre, making it feel like a gut punch. Their candid conversations about self-regulation and listening to your body's cues offer valuable insights for anyone who's ever felt overwhelmed by the prospect of dating. But it's not all doom and gloom. Amelia and Lilly sprinkle in some humour and practical tips on how to face your dating fears head-on.
They encourage listeners to trust themselves and embrace the awkwardness because, let's face it, who hasn't told a little white lie about being able to ski on a first date? If you're looking for an honest and entertaining take on modern dating, this episode is a must-listen. It's a perfect blend of empathy, humour, and real talk that will leave you feeling understood and ready to tackle the dating world with renewed confidence.