Welcome back to our Dating in Your 20s series! In this episode, Amelia and Lilly dive into an important and often overlooked topic—how dating impacts mental health. Navigating modern dating is already overwhelming with apps, social media, and conflicting advice, but how do we take care of our minds and well-being in the process?

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• —The unique challenges of dating in your 20s—self-discovery, career pressures, and comparison culture.
  
• The mental health struggles tied to dating, from anxiety and overthinking to self-worth and attachment styles.
  
• The role of social media and societal pressures in shaping our dating experiences.
  
• How to set healthy boundaries, communicate needs, and manage expectations in relationships.
  
• The emotional rollercoaster of texting, waiting for responses, and overanalyzing messages in early-stage dating.
  
• The pressure to be vulnerable early on and whether sharing personal stories too soon is always necessary.
  
• Practical self-care tips to maintain balance, including journaling, mindfulness, and setting boundaries.
  

Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by dating, questioning if you’re “doing it right,” or just want to feel validated in your experiences, this episode is here to remind you—there’s no one-size-fits-all approach, and your feelings are valid.

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