Why Modern Dating Feels Emotionally Exhausting (according to a Therapist)

Modern Relationships with Reeta · May 23, 2026 · 7m

Why does modern dating feel so emotionally exhausting now?In this episode of Modern Relationships, psychotherapist Reeta explores dating apps, emotional ambiguity, attachment styles, texting, anxiety, mixed signals, emotional inconsistency, and the psychological impact of modern dating culture.This episode explores why modern relationships can create emotional burnout, nervous system hyper vigilance, and relationship anxiety - and what actually helps people feel more emotionally grounded, secure, and calm in dating. Topics include:anxious attachmentavoidant attachmentmixed signalsemotional…