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Unfortunately I have a not so good update.

After reading your post, I think your update is very positive.

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The good news is I think this strategy aligns with what you all are recommending --- get the focus back on ME.
Yep, you have to learn to deal with the anxiety.

You are starting all over, easing into a relationship.

It isn't going to be all in or all out yet, and you have to learn to align your expectations to that reality.

The fact that you recognize you have a problem with this, and are taking the appropriate steps to figure out how you should deal with it before it creates a disaster, is wonderful.

Proactive, starting with a focus on you. Sounds good, mdu.