What happens when love leaves a mark? In this heartfelt episode of The Human Petri Dish, Andrew Boyton and relationship coach Mila Smith explore what it really means to date after a difficult ending. Whether you’re freshly single, still healing, or wondering if you’re ready to open your heart again, this conversation stirs curiosity, honesty, and compassion in equal measure.

Together, they unpack the tender questions: Are you ready to love? Are you ready to be trusted? Are you ready to care and share, again?

From the quiet ache of loss to the brave spark of new beginnings, this episode reminds us that healing isn’t linear, and that readiness isn’t about perfection, but presence.

• How to know when you’re truly ready to date again after heartbreak.
• Signs you’re still carrying emotional residue from a past relationship.
• What it’s like dating someone who’s still healing from their own ending.
• How trust, care, and vulnerability rebuild connection, one small act at a time.

If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s too soon to move on, or felt nervous about opening up after being hurt,

this episode offers gentle wisdom and grounded humour. Andrew and Mila bring empathy and playfulness to one of love’s most universal experiences: starting again.

• The Relationship Lab | Website
• The Relationship Lab | LinkedIn Page
• Andrew Boyton | LinkedIn Profile

• Single to Couple | Website
• Mila Smith | LinkedIn Profile

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