Dear ones,

The New Year has come and gone, but if you did not land on a resolution right away, you did not miss your moment. Intention does not expire with January 1, especially when it comes to dating, relationships, and how you move through the world.

Instead of resolutions, consider choosing a word of the year. A single guiding principle can support your love life, your work, and even how you approach travel and dating. A word does not pressure you to fix yourself. It helps you notice patterns and make more aligned choices over time.

This year, I invite you to reflect on the idea of containment.

Containment is not about restriction in dating or relationships. It is about creating enough structure to feel safe, grounded, and open to connection. Whether you are dating in Philly, dating while traveling, or navigating modern dating apps, a strong container allows you to show up more clearly with boundaries, intention, and presence.

In dating, containment might look like being clear about what you want, how often you date, or who has access to your energy. In travel and dating, it can mean building rituals and routines that help you stay emotionally regulated even when your environment changes. In work and life, it often shows up as systems and rhythms that reduce burnout and increase joy.

When there is a strong container, dating feels less chaotic and more meaningful. Connection deepens. Playfulness returns. Love has somewhere safe to land.

So I will ask you, what word do you want guiding your dating life and relationships this year? What quality do you want to return to when things feel confusing, lonely, or overwhelming?

If you feel called, email me back and share your word. I love hearing how people are shaping their year, especially those navigating dating in Philly, intentional dating, or love while living a more mobile life.

With love and light,
Michal ✨