Mya Kermelewicz
Dear MK
Welcome to Dear MK, a safe and empowering space for survivors, allies, and anyone looking to learn, heal, and connect. We’re here to share real stories, amplify survivor voices, and remind you that you’re never alone. Whether you’re grieving the past, finding inspiration for your healing journey, or just looking for a place to laugh through the pain, we’ve got you. We dive deep into topics like dating violence, sexual assault, mental health, relationships, and recovery— sometimes sprinkling in celebrity gossip! SOCIALS: https://linktr.ee/dearmk.podcast
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Mya Kermelewicz
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Jul 7, 2026
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Episodes
In Love with the Idea: Romanticizing Potential in Relationships 30.05.2025 30:25
In this episode, Mya and K unpack the all-too-relatable experience of falling for someone’s potential instead of who they truly are or what they show you. They dive deep into why so many of us stay in relationships, hoping for change, clinging to memories, promises, or the fantasy version of a partner, even when the reality might be full of red flags! They break down the difference between loving...
It’s Not Weird, It’s Trauma: Talking OCD, PTSD & Depression 16.05.2025 1:12:28
In this deeply personal and validating episode, Mya and K open up about what mental health can really look like during and after abuse, toxic relationships, or emotional trauma, and why NONE of it is something to be ashamed of. From depression and PTSD to OCD tendencies that feel confusing or isolating, they normalize the messy aftermath of surviving and how it can shape your brain, your behavior,...
Foreplay Starts Outside The Bedroom: Ruts, Buffers, & Sex Talks 02.05.2025 43:35
In this episode, Mya and K get real about sexual ruts, initiating intimacy, and why great sex often starts before you even hit the bedroom (or your fav sexytime spot). They dive into the difference between being a "spontaneous" versus "responsive" partner, and how understanding your style can totally shift your relationship dynamic. They explore how emotional connection, mental...
MK’s Communication Bible: Gaslighting, Guilt-tripping & Good Communication 25.04.2025 1:01:19
Struggling to communicate with your partner, friends, or anyone in your life? In this episode, Mya and K break down the most common toxic and unhealthy communication tactics — from gaslighting and guilt-tripping to passive aggression, love bombing, blame-shifting, and more. They share real-life examples from their own relationships and stories they've heard from others to help you recognize wh...
Let Them Go, But Let Us Gossip: Love is Blind & Toxic Romance 18.04.2025 46:53
In this week’s episode, the girls are pressing pause on the heavy stuff and diving into all the things they’re loving right now — from Love is Blind and Love on the Spectrum to 365 Days and the spicy King of Sins book series! They’re catching up on all things girl talk: syncing cycles, birth control, and Mya’s biohacking that help her feel empowered during your period. K and Mya dish on the relati...
I Said Yes… But It Still Felt Bad: Naming Sexual Discomfort 11.04.2025 52:39
It might not be sexual assault — but that doesn’t mean it didn’t feel wrong. In this episode, Mya and K dive into the murky, often unspoken space of sexual discomfort. You know the feeling — when something you technically agreed to ends up leaving you feeling used, uneasy, or just… icky. Maybe it didn’t cross a legal line, maybe no one meant harm, but it still didn’t feel good — and that matters....
Safe Space Interviews: Jake's Breaking the Silence Around Men & Toxic Relationships 04.04.2025 1:05:46
In this week's Safe Space Interview, Mya and K sit down with Jake Whan—a channeler, breath work facilitator, and spiritual guide—who bravely shares his journey of healing after three toxic relationships. Jake opens up about the impact of neglect, unhealthy communication, financial coercion, and constantly giving to partners who never gave back. It wasn’t until he finally left that he recognized th...
WE’RE DONE: Sex & Girl Boss Shaming 28.03.2025 41:01
This week on Dear MK, Mya and K are fired up, asking the age-old question: Why are women still putting up with bad dates and even worse sex? They break down the latest misogynistic social media chatter—from Sabrina Carpenter’s viral “Eiffel Tower” dance to Paige DeSorbo’s breakup and career glow-up, plus Monica Lewinsky’s powerful Call Her Daddy interview. K introduces her signature “Steps of Sex,...
Safe Space Interviews: “Boys Don’t Hit Girls” 14.03.2025 1:27:36
In this powerful Safe Space Interview, a brave survivor of dating violence shares her journey—from believing she had found forever love to realizing she was trapped in a relationship she no longer recognized. During the isolation of the COVID-19 lockdown, her abuser’s excessive drinking fueled a transformation from jealous, controlling behaviors to fights and physical abuse. Her story challenges h...
Justice For Her, Justice for All: Title IX Updates & Q&A’s 07.03.2025 31:16
Mya and K are back this week with a quick episode, recapping the last safe space interview, updating you on the latest Title IX policies, and answering audience questions! Mya talks about the ban of DEI language in federally funded schools and what that has looked like when working with them as she is doing everything she can to uphold her own moral and ethical duties, and K helps explain why the...
Safe Space Interviews: "What if He Wants To Be President?" Pt.2 24.02.2025 45:48
In Part 2 of this courageous survivor’s story, Mya and K continue to unpack the layers of her journey—exploring the emotions and challenges she faced while seeking justice and finding healing. She opens up about overcoming resentment, from friends to classmates who sided with her perpetrator, to the societal biases and victim-blaming that added to her pain. They discuss the weight of navigating bl...
Safe Space Interviews: "What if He Wants To Be President?" Pt.1 21.02.2025 56:11
In this powerful part 1 of 2 interview, you will hear from a brave survivor sharing her story of sexual assault during her first weekend going out in college. She takes you through her year-long fight for justice—a journey marked by resilience, strength, and a system that delivered only the bare minimum. This episode provides a real-life glimpse into the devastating reality and impact of sexual as...
Red Flags & Roses: The Truth About Love Bombing 14.02.2025 47:20
HAPPY VALENTINES DAY SURVIVORS & ALLIES! <3 Today, Mya and K unpacked love bombing—how seemingly romantic gestures can actually be a form of manipulation. They discussed the difference between genuine affection and tactics designed to overwhelm and control, including red flags like pushing for intimacy too quickly, guilt-tripping, and isolating partners. As Mya and K shared their personal s...
Welcome To Dear MK Season 2 07.02.2025 49:45
Welcome back, loyal listeners—and hello to all the new faces joining our empowering community! In this exciting Season 2 kickoff, Mya and K celebrate their rebrand and share some big news: Dear MK is now available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube! In this episode, they reintroduce themselves, spill the tea on their exes (yes, there are code names), and break down everything you can expect t...
Safe Space Interviews: She Cheated On Me With My First Love 27.12.2024 56:01
Safe Space Interviews: A safe space for vulnerable conversations, collective strength & healed stories. In this segment MK and K conduct interviews that focus on deconstructing trauma, rebuilding the self, and healing together. Overview: Today Mya and K hosted a safe space interview with a special, anonymous, guest who walks the audience through three significant relationships that all taught...
The Nightmare Before Christmas 20.12.2024 54:30
Today Mya and K dish their holiday horror stories from Christmas "icks" to New Year’s Eve cheaters. The holidays can be stressful, overwhelming, and sometimes filled with grief. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, 64% of individuals living with a mental illness felt that their conditions worsened around the holidays, so if you’re feeling symptoms rising, you’re not alone. Mya and...
Cobwebbing: Clearing The Roster 13.12.2024 53:34
Today, Mya and K tackle an intricate conversation around cob webbing, a dating trend that involves removing connections with past romantic partners, or old flames, to move on and start fresh. The idea is that unresolved feelings from past relationships can be like cobwebs that hold you back from dating. Mya and K have different thoughts at first as they navigate what cobwebbing looks and feels lik...
Hot Girl Hypocrites?! 06.12.2024 54:31
This episode is for anyone who has struggled with body positivity at any point in their life. Mya and K want you to know that you will never be alone in these feelings and that they’ve gone through it too (and sometimes still do!). Beauty standards are a construct and mass media controls the narrative we far too often fall for - but how can you not when it’s everywhere?! They talk about it all tod...
Slut Shaming To Sharing Feelings 22.11.2024 54:08
I don’t know about you but Mya and K MISSED episodes like this…! They went back to their OG format of episodes by sharing personal stories and weaving in educational content for all the listeners who come here for advice. Today they discuss fighting from their abusive relationships, to the start of healthy relationships, to post-traumatic growth arguments and resolutions. It’s a journey to underst...
Chop His D*ck Off? 08.11.2024 50:53
Mya and K come to you today with messages of hope as they promise to never stop fighting. They will never stop using their voices and power to support survivors and advocate for policies that protect their safety and allow them to seek justice. It’s easy to feel hopeless when an abuser now holds so much power, but they will never let that cloud their hope for a better future. Mya and K will be the...
You’re NOT Crazy: The Neurological Impact of Trauma 01.11.2024 35:38
Today MK describes the neurological impact of trauma to take away stigmas around survivors being called or feeling CRAZY. Survivors of trauma often find themselves “stuck” in states of hyperarousal, feeling on edge and high alert even in situations that may seem comfortable to others, dealing with constant stomach or headaches even when they’re doing everything they can to feel healthy, and being...
MisconSEXtions: Busting Sexual Misconceptions 25.10.2024 57:38
Mya and K are sex busters today! They often discuss all the things NOT discussed in Sex Ed, and today is no different as they illuminate some of the most common sexual misconceptions. They might sound a little bit delulu in this episode because it’s 10 PM Thursday, and these busy girls are tired, but they never want to leave you episode-less on a Friday! <3 Sex Myths Busted In This Episode: Whe...
Are Pap-Smears Triggering? 11.10.2024 34:33
This week, Mya talks about one thing she’s never talked about before - getting a pap-smear as a survivor. She shares insights on why women get these exams, how important they are, the process of getting them, and ways to feel empowered and in control before, during and after! It’s common for survivors to feel triggered and alone in this process, largely because it’s not talked about enough and unf...
DVAM: Why Don’t You Just Leave? 04.10.2024 54:20
Together Mya and K welcome you into October which is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and discuss all the different feelings that may come up for you during this time. Whether you’re a survivor, ally/loved one to a survivor, or you’re totally new to understanding what DVAM means we hold a safe space for you and reflect on what this month means to us. Mya introduces a few therapies for trauma surv...
Fake Fights, Goodnights, & I Miss You's 20.09.2024 48:08
Mya and K are BACK baby! It's been a minute since we've talked to you and we're so happy to catch up. Today we're talking about those weird moments of anger? jealousy? that happen during long distance relationships and sometimes every day life as well as what constitutes the difference between unhealthy, toxic, or abusive relationships. It all comes down to doing what's best, m...
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