SINGAPORE — A Google executive’s journey through heartbreak, dating apps and personal growth has culminated in a candid memoir that captures the highs and lows of modern love and relationships. Mira Sumanti, 38, who leads brand and creative efforts for Google in Singapore, shares her story in Swipe Therapy, a book that blends personal reflection with sharp cultural insight. 

Sumanti’s narrative begins with a sudden and devastating breakup just before her planned fairytale wedding in Bali. Rather than retreating, she immersed herself in the unpredictable world of dating apps, therapy sessions and self-discovery. Her experience reflects the complexities many face today in balancing emotional resilience with the realities of romantic pursuits in a digital age. 

The book has been described by endorsers as a fresh, witty take on contemporary romance — “Sex and the City for the Tinder generation” — complete with practical frameworks and personal anecdotes that explore everything from first-date locations to the emotional calculus behind relationship decisions. 

Although her stories range from humorous to deeply reflective, Sumanti is open about the challenges she has encountered, underscoring that vulnerability and growth often go hand-in-hand. Based in Singapore since 2018, she says writing Swipe Therapy was not originally part of her plan, but a means of documenting experiences that shaped her understanding of love and life. 

Through her journey, Sumanti’s work resonates with professionals and readers alike, offering a relatable and thoughtful perspective on navigating heartbreak and finding connection in an increasingly complex dating landscape.