Dating Coach's Terrifying First Date Story Goes Viral

Dating Coach Shares Cautionary First Date Tale: 'Red Flags' and Resilience in Finding Love US-based dating and relationship coach Carla Romo recently shared a personal story on social media that quickly gained traction. In a short video posted on May 20th, Romo details a first date that started well but took a dark turn. Romo, who helps singles find love, recounted how her date's discussion of his history with multiple therapists, combined with a confession of a past violent outburst, made her end the date. "It started turning red when he told me he’d been through five different therapists in one year," Romo explained in her video. The incident, she said, involved a violent outburst in a weight room. She added, "At that point, I’m like, what the f*** am I doing here?" Despite the negative experience, Romo's video ends on a positive note. She emphasizes the importance of resilience in dating, highlighting that she met her fiancé shortly after this difficult date. "Don't let somebody else's behavior stop you from meeting that person that you're meant to be with." Her message of perseverance resonated with many viewers, proving that even negative experiences can lead to positive outcomes.