EPISODE · Oct 26, 2025 · 20 MIN
The Tinder Highway On Route to the Bittersweet Motel: Chapter 12
from Shot At Love · host Kerry Brett
This episode follows a winding road from mantras and angel numbers to a surprising Tinder reunion that reopens old memories and reveals hard truths about trust, red flags, and values. Trust—not trying harder—becomes the real compass in dating, and 222 serves as a reminder to slow down and practice patient awareness. Nostalgia collides with present-day realities as Boston’s social energy masks a poor fit, and Jonathan’s candid warning becomes a pivotal values check. A serendipitous moment with Fishman’s mom reassures me that when we’re paying attention, the universe delivers the clarity we need. Through caregiving challenges, ghosting, and even street harassment, resilience rises — leading to a powerful promise: Listen sooner. Set boundaries. Choose self-respect. If you’re rebuilding after heartbreak, this chapter reminds you that every sign points you forward. Connect with Kerry Brett Instagram:@kerry_brett — https://www.instagram.com/kerry_brett @shotatlovepodcast — https://www.instagram.com/shotatlovepodcast Facebook: Kerry Brett — https://www.facebook.com/kerrybrettphotography. LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerrybrett Substack – Shot@Love Newsletter: https://shotatlove.substack.com Website:https://www.shotatlovethebook.com If this episode resonated with you — please subscribe, rate, and leave a review. It helps more people find their Shot@Love (Shot at Love)! And share this episode with a friend who needs hope and a little nudge forward. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
What this episode covers
A single number can feel like a wink from the universe, but what matters is what we do next. We open with a road mantra and the quiet power of 222, then follow a real-world detour: a chance Tinder match with an old Cape Cod crush that looks like fate and behaves like a flashing hazard. The charm is real, the nostalgia is loud, and the signs are everywhere—some sweet, some sharp. From glossy Boston nights and celebrity cameos to blunt advice from our sharpest friend, we navigate the gap between wanting a story to work and watching the facts pile up. You’ll hear how secrecy around family history, little evasions, and convenient timing combined into a pattern we didn’t want to see. And then there’s the moment at a fabric counter that becomes a small miracle—John Fishman’s mother offering help—proof that when you choose yourself, life sometimes answers back in the kindest ways. Things still unravel: a last-minute no-show, a rough walk to the car, an impounded plate, and a gutting glimpse of a freshly updated dating profile. We don’t glamorize any of it. Instead, we draw out the lessons that travel: treat signs as prompts to slow down, let trusted friends sharpen your view, and measure partners by consistent alignment with your values. If you’ve ever felt torn between chemistry and clarity, this story offers a map for reading the road without losing your heart. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs a nudge toward self-trust, and leave a review telling us the sign you finally listened to.
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