3 Things we Stress Over in a New Relationship and how to STOP

Dating someone new is exciting. But it’s also terrifying. We find ourselves overthinking the most trivial things, causing us unnecessary stress. So how do we stop it?

STRESSOR: Checking out their social media pages
It’s not a matter of if you’re going to do it, but when you’re going to do it. Part of you wants to know who it is you’re dating. You could potentially be protecting yourself from a really awful experience!

Stop right there. If you want to check him out, go for it. But making assumptions based off of pictures isn’t going to help you any. There’s a reason you decided to go out with him in the first place. So stick with that thought and relax.

STRESSOR: Virtual Friendships
Social Media, back at it again. You’ve gone on a couple of dates and you’re ready to send a friend request.  Is it too soon?

Stop right there. If you want to add him then go for it. Now “friending” them on every social media application might be excessive. But there’s no harm in reaching out if you really want to.

STRESSOR:  Reaching out after the date
You had a great time on your date and it’s been a couple of days with no response. Seriously?!

Stop right there. If you would like to see him again, then send him a text. You play just as much a role in this potential relationship as the guy. It’s 2016, reaching out to someone you’re newly dating isn’t weird. It simply means you had a nice time.

-Bre Glynn