After a string of bad relationships since I started dating, I realized I have too much I need to work on to date anybody right now. I've been making a lot of progress and even my therapist is hinting I should get back out there.

I usually get dates from dating apps. However, I noticed I can't keep my profile up for more than a few hours and I usually end up putting it on pause. It gives me anxiety to be on those apps now and I feel a general sense of disgust. As a shy person, I've always struggled with meeting people in person, but there has also been a lot fewer people I meet that I'm interested in dating.

I think I'm just half venting, half hoping someone has been through this and has some ideas. I thought of going the casual route but I have never able to date casually without feeling guilty. Dating hasn't really been fun for me in general, which is probably why I don't want to do it. But I do miss having someone I can talk to everyday.