Episode 25: How To Know When To Date Again After A Breakup
Thu Jan 15 2026
Text the Girl Gang!
Ready to call it when something no longer fits—and even readier to protect your peace? We dive into the messy middle between breaking up and dating again: the quiet of living alone, the temptation to fill a void, and the courage it takes to hold your standards when timelines and outside pressure get loud. You’ll hear honest stories about giving too much, missing support at key moments, and the calm that appears once you finally say the hard thing out loud.
We get practical about readiness. Instead of counting months, we focus on signals: feeling excited about new connections, not desperate; being comfortable alone; and knowing your five to seven non-negotiables. We talk about shifting priorities, therapy wins, and how to rethink big choices—kids, marriage, travel—without forcing a rigid schedule. If you’re exploring solo parenthood, adoption, or simply releasing a deadline, this conversation keeps it judgment-free and grounded.
We also sort out boundaries with exes and how to rebuild community without romantic confusion. Then we go after the modern dating stalemate: everyone hates the apps, but no one wants to approach in real life. We share simple, clear openers, how to signal intentions kindly, and how to normalize polite rejections so people keep trying. Whether you’re fresh from a breakup or quietly rebuilding, you’ll leave with language, confidence, and a plan to meet people off the apps while honoring your peace.
If this resonated, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs clarity, and leave a quick review to help more people find us. Got a great “met in the wild” story or a go-to opener? Send it our way—we’d love to hear it.
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Text the Girl Gang! Ready to call it when something no longer fits—and even readier to protect your peace? We dive into the messy middle between breaking up and dating again: the quiet of living alone, the temptation to fill a void, and the courage it takes to hold your standards when timelines and outside pressure get loud. You’ll hear honest stories about giving too much, missing support at key moments, and the calm that appears once you finally say the hard thing out loud. We get practical about readiness. Instead of counting months, we focus on signals: feeling excited about new connections, not desperate; being comfortable alone; and knowing your five to seven non-negotiables. We talk about shifting priorities, therapy wins, and how to rethink big choices—kids, marriage, travel—without forcing a rigid schedule. If you’re exploring solo parenthood, adoption, or simply releasing a deadline, this conversation keeps it judgment-free and grounded. We also sort out boundaries with exes and how to rebuild community without romantic confusion. Then we go after the modern dating stalemate: everyone hates the apps, but no one wants to approach in real life. We share simple, clear openers, how to signal intentions kindly, and how to normalize polite rejections so people keep trying. Whether you’re fresh from a breakup or quietly rebuilding, you’ll leave with language, confidence, and a plan to meet people off the apps while honoring your peace. If this resonated, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs clarity, and leave a quick review to help more people find us. Got a great “met in the wild” story or a go-to opener? Send it our way—we’d love to hear it. Support the show