# Why Dating Feels So Exhausting

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Podcast: [Single Girl Szn](https://stenobird.com/podcast/single-girl-szn-6601469)
Published: 2026-05-21T12:54:37+00:00
Episode link: https://shows.acast.com/single-girl-szn/episodes/why-dating-feels-so-exhausting
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## Resource

This week we are doing something a little different and revisiting two conversations that tie together perfectly: mixed signals, emotional unavailability, closure, confusing behaviour, and the overall emotional exhaustion of modern dating. From people being all talk and no action, to trying to make sense of situations that never really had a clear ending, this rewind mash episode dives into the realities of dating in a world where so many people struggle to communicate clearly or show up consistently. If you’ve ever found yourself overanalysing texts, spiralling over mixed signals, looking for closure, or feeling emotionally drained by the apps and the dating process in general, we hope this episode reminds you that you’re definitely not alone in that experience. A little reflective, a little comforting, and a reminder that even in the chaos of modern dating, you don’t have to lose yourself in the process Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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