Im 30F. I went through a lengthy funk in my 20s, pretty depressed and no adult goals. This resulted in low savings, barely any employment, no education. (surviving through living with parents)
That's all slowlyyy turning around, I went back to school in the past couple years and Im slated to enter a challenging healthcare program this fall, and in 2 years~ time I will I have access to a really stable job making 100k~. Still cant find a job atm though
My last relationship just ended. I have no relationship history outside of that 1 experience that kinda fell into my lap, no dating app experience. I do want long-term companionship. But I DONT want to be in a vulnerable/exploitable position. I feel like Ill have much better choices and dating "power" AFTER I finish school (#1 priority) and have access to making money, and its the "safer" move. Am I right or am I overthinking this? I worry too that when I graduate ill be "older" and the pool of decent people will shrink? I know dating apps and dating in general can be brutal and Im aware of the vulnerability women face entering into relationships when they are not self sufficient.
Any thoughts or advice?