Positive stories of dating breaks

[Brightstar29]

Has anyone got any positive stories of dating breaks after disastrous dating/relationships then coming back to it and meeting a really good person?

All through my adult life (I’m 29) I’ve either been disastrously dating or in emotionally unavailability relationships so I’ve recognised a pattern and that I need a break to re-set myself and work on myself with therapy, books and podcasts.

Obviously I don’t wanna do all that but then just go back to all the shit and be at square one. I’m aware it’s what I need to do but I need a bit of hope and positive stories.

In my late 20s I was in a relationship which descended into verbal abuse, stonewalling and constant blame. I ended it but couldn't afford to move out for months. I tried to use that time to read about relationships and dating and think about what I could do differently. I really didn't know what would be in store for me, but my very first date after all that went really well and we've been together for 10 years. I hope that something great is coming for you too!

I was in a very toxic relationship aged 29-33 when it ended I was in a very bad place, I went to therapy and it was my saviour. I had a good break to improve my self worth and become stronger in myself without needing to seek validation from others. This was friendships/family and relationships. I Stayed off dating apps and just focused on doing things that made me happy and making plans with friends and loved ones or getting out of my comfort zone and learning to love my own company.
Therapy was the best thing I ever did and it taught me to trust my gut, listen to my body if it’s going off about a relationship it’s not right. I ignored it for years but never again! After a tough year in 2018, 2019 was the best fun i met my partner. I’m in a good place but haven’t lost myself in it all. You do you! It will happen, good luck x