Emma opens up about how a painful high school memory—being kissed and then rejected—has silently shaped her hesitation to flirt, even as an adult. Despite being socially confident, she struggles with basic gestures like eye contact and initiating conversations with romantic interest. She takes an online flirting quiz to assess her baseline, explores authentic flirting styles that align with her personality, and experiments with body language, playful teasing, and intentional texting. While dancing or light touches feel intimidating, especially sober, she’s determined to grow beyond fear. Her journey isn’t about becoming someone new, but reclaiming confidence and learning to connect without armor. She sets a personal goal to master the art of flirting by 2026, embracing vulnerability as strength rather than weakness.