I Said No.

Somebody asked for my number this weekend. And I said no.

In the past, I would have given it, even against my better judgment, because I wouldn’t have wanted to hurt their feelings or because I would have been so flattered to be wanted. Especially when it was someone I was also attracted to.

But this time I’m doing things differently. This time I’m listening to my inner voice, I’m trusting my gut, and I’m not willing to compromise on my time, my values, my needs, or my healing process. There will be plenty of time for dating other people. For now, I’m dating myself.