What are the pros and cons of those thrilling first stages of dating?  It's common to experience feelings of uncertainty, anxiety, and even fear of rejection. The pressure to make a good impression and the ambiguity of early intentions can also add to the mix. Well, let's take a closer look. Today, Violetta explores the mixed emotions that come with the exciting yet nerve-wracking journey of the beginning stages of dating. From the thrill of new connections to the underlying fears and insecurities, the common struggles of anxiety, doubt, seeking validation, withdrawal, and battling our own insecurities to the value of authentic connection, how it can lead to a fulfilling and lasting relationship, and challenging the perception of negative emotions and highlight their potential for growth and transformation.  Tune in to this enlightening episode as we navigate the ups and downs of dating, uncover the lessons that relationships teach us, and explore how vulnerability and communication can lead to authentic and thriving connections. If you want to be featured on the next episode, send an email to press@daddyissuesla.com or call Violetta at 424-278-4268 and leave an anonymous voicemail!Advertise with Almost Adulting at Gumball.fm ZOCDOC - Find your local doctor by visiting www.zocdoc.com/adultingETSY: Use code: NEW for 10% off of your first purchase. Visit https://www.etsy.com/KITSCH - Get 30% off of your order by visiting https://myKITSCh.com/adulting  What to Listen For:00:00 Intro01:44 The beginning stages of dating is fun but also scary05:01 The biggest teachers are those who didn’t truly love us06:29 There’s no perfect partner, but a person who truly wants to be with you will stay08:53 We are the worst narrators of our own lives11:29 Pause and ask yourself, “Why am I reacting like this?”16:41 Instead of pushing your partner away, communicate19:08 Our reactions are hurting our partner as well24:59 Negative emotions can be helpful26:39 A healthy relationships happens when you show up for each otherGet more content on:https://www.instagram.com/almostadulting/https://www.instagram.com/violetbenson/https://www.instagram.com/daddyissues_/https://www.youtube.com/c/daddyissuesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.