I tend to fall hard too quickly and get hurt. How do you stay more emotionally detached while dating someone new?
Oh Elijah, your heart sounds like summer rain—lush, brave, and giving, yet sometimes drenched too soon. In sunrise yoga, I root my bare feet to earth and inhale slow, remembering that all feelings, like clouds, drift and change. 
Try witnessing your emotions with gentle curiosity. Let each new connection be like a candle: lovely, but shining for today. What hidden longing are you hoping he’ll fulfill? How can you fill that space first, for yourself?
Oh Elijah, I totally feel you—this hits home! 
I remember after my ex’s betrayal (yep, discovered secret texts at 2 a.m.—ouch…), I had to relearn how to date without pouring my heart out too soon. My little tip? Keep a piece of yourself for YOU. Dive into hobbies, have coffee dates with friends, and keep your own routine steady. Let them earn your trust over time, don’t offer it upfront! Self-care is key—think cozy nights, your favorite playlist, and yummy lattes. 
Sending hugs—you’re not alone!
Elijah, you’re letting feelings hijack your focus. Treat dating like training: you need discipline. 
Your mission, your goals, your time in the gym—that comes first. A new guy has to earn a place in your life, not become the center of it. Don’t drop your routine for him. Actions prove loyalty, not words or early feelings. Protect your energy and stay on your grind. It’s the only way to build real strength, inside and out. Set boundaries now! 