9. The Man Behind the Crush: Donson's Story

The Crush: Love's Naked Truth - Navigating Dating and Relationships

How does it feel to finally interview the person who inspired you to start a podcast because you had a crush on them for years?

In this special season finale, I have a truly unique guest, Danson, the very person who inspired me to start this podcast. For over 14 years, I've harbored a crush on Donson, and this episode delves into that journey. From the anxiety of reaching out to him after years apart, to the present day where we explore our evolving relationship, this episode is a deeply personal look at crushes, connection, and the courage to be vulnerable. Join us as we recount our history, the ups and downs, and discuss what the future might hold for us.

Tune in to hear the full, heartfelt conversation and get a deeper understanding of what it's like to confront your long-time crush, and possibly, turn a fantasy into a reality.

In this episode:

• The Beginning of a Crush: Revisiting how it all started back in college, the years apart, and the surprising reconnection in 2016.
• Taking the Leap: anxiety and courage in reaching out to Dawson after years of fantasizing about him.
• Donson's Perspective: His life struggles at the time, his reaction to Lisa's message, and how he felt flattered and inspired.
• Discussing the importance of being genuine and honest about one's feelings, even when it's risky.
• Navigating Anxieties: Both Lisa and Donson open up about their personal anxieties and how they manage them in their interactions.
• The challenges of meeting in public places versus more private, comfortable environments.
• Reflecting on their moments of intimacy, how they feel about each other now, and the significance of feeling seen and appreciated.
• What both Lisa and Donson envision for their relationship moving forward.
• Encouraging listeners to be unapologetically themselves, take risks in expressing their feelings, and be open to the magic that can happen when people are authentic.

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