This podcast episode delves into the joys and challenges of having a crush. It emphasizes the excitement and consuming nature of having a crush, but also highlights the uncertainty and torturous state of limbo it can create. The speaker discusses the difficulties in deciphering whether someone likes us back and emphasizes the importance of finding out for sure instead of relying on assumptions. The episode also explores the process of knowing when it's time to give up on a crush and provides advice on how to do it. It emphasizes the importance of compatibility and shared interests in a relationship, and discusses strategies for dealing with crushes, such as creating distance and finding acceptance. The episode also emphasizes the importance of therapy, communication, and self-reflection in dealing with feelings and relationships. It explores the challenge of navigating casual hookups without catching feelings and highlights the significance of understanding one's own dating preferences and focusing on open communication. The speaker also shares personal experiences and feelings about casual hookups and relationships, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's own boundaries and not feeling obligated to engage in casual sex. The episode concludes by discussing the speaker's personal perspective on dating and flirting and emphasizing the importance of authenticity in flirting.
