Seven and a half months into the divorce, Mark continues to reconnect with things that give him joy, and starting to navigate dating as a single dad. We discuss how to make sure the kids are okay as their dad starts to date, how to feel more relaxed and at ease before and during dates, and the recurring theme of setting effective boundaries with the ex.
Topics include:
• Going on the first couple of dates
• How to feel more relaxed and at ease before and during date by focusing on "match" rather than on "being liked"
• Getting back to doing things you love
• Talking with the kids about dating
• Being mindful of not burdening our kids with our negative emotions
• The benefit of scheduling enjoyable activities for immediately after the kids leave
• The importance of diversifying our sources of joy
• Coordinating vacations plans with the ex
• Dealing with missing a kids' birthdays when they're with the ex
• Getting feedback from trusted caring people before sending a critical message to the ex
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