I've heard too much about the dangers of dating men, and now I'm really anxious to start going on dating apps after not dating during the early years of my transition. Could people please tell me about their positive dating experiences to balance out all the negative experiences?

I have an anxiety disorder, and I catastrophise. But my usual coping strategies don't work for this, as dating men as a trans woman is actually dangerous. So it's not just all in my head.

I think it would help to hear positive dating experience from other trans women. Even if it didn't lead to a long term relationship.

Thanks in advance for any help.