Figuring It Out

September was chaotic, fun, and full of nonstop socializing, which basically means my battery is fried and I think I’ve officially aged out of extensive partying. (No worries, I’ll still make appearances… I’ll just complain about needing a nap after.) But this week isn’t just about catching up — it’s my one-year podcast anniversary and my finale. Over the past year, this little project taught me h...

Instead of kicking off the month with a guest, we’re back in Sh*t Talk Therapy because life’s been a little chaotic. Between a broken hairdryer, a dying plant, and a glitchy phone camera, all my “nice things” decided to quit on me — so I did what any reasonable person would: laid to rot in front of the TV. This week I dive into how I binged my way through Netflix's The Hunting Wives (surprisingly...

This week, I’m catching up on all the things I missed — from quick thoughts on the Love Island USA reunion to a few first impressions of Love is Blind UK — plus a recap of my (slightly underwhelming but still lovely) work trip to Minnesota. But the heart of this episode is my five-year anniversary of living in Chicago. What started as a leap away from my small-town comfort zone has turned into a h...

 This week, I’m unpacking the glamorous curse that is oldest daughter syndrome—the unspoken role of family project manager, the permanent “can you handle this?” energy, and the way it shapes how we love, fight, and people-please. I reflect on the theory that other oldest siblings might secretly be our best matches, how my own sibling and parent dynamics sent me packing from the East Coast to Chica...

This week, I’m Figuring It Out with friends—and not just any friends, my talented (and unhinged in the best way) coworkers Callie, Sam, and Maddie. We’re all 20-somethings working in the same interior design studio, but at slightly different life phases, with very different takes on everything from productivity to personality traits. We talk about how much or how little we’ve done this summer and...

This week, I’m figuring out what happens when your month starts strong... and ends in a crying spiral. I open up about my recent trip home—how revisiting old dynamics and emotions left me feeling foggy, avoidant, and off-track. I reflect on how easy it is to feel like you’re growing just because you’re trying, and how sometimes, the funk that follows reminds you that deeper changes still need to h...

This month’s Sh*t Talk Therapy episode starts with my first-ever bridesmaid experience, a chaotic hungover travel day, and a reminder that just because some friends are hitting milestones doesn’t mean I’m behind. Then I get into everything I’ve been watching lately—from The Bear, Tyler Perry’s Straw, and Severance to a stacked reality TV lineup. I break down The Ultimatum: Queer Love, America’s Sw...

Reflecting on my latest guest episode, I’ve been thinking about what it means to have someone in your life who’s really seen you grow. He mentioned being impressed that I finish what I start… which got me reflecting on all the things I did see through — even when they didn’t turn into forever paths. From my healthcare and personal training eras to now being in design and real estate, this one’s ab...

For this month’s guest episode, I’m joined by my godbrother Adryan — my first best friend and the reason I ever packed up and moved to Chicago. We talk about growing up in our culture, unlearning the pressure to please everyone, and figuring out how to let go of what no longer serves us. There’s laughter, tears, and a whole lot of realness as we reflect on what shaped us, what we’ve shed, and how...

June came in hot, both emotionally and temperature-wise, and I’m finally catching up with myself. After spending a lot more time alone lately—not by choice (at first)—I started to notice I’ve been doing that thing again: saying “it’s fine” when it really is not. I open up about emotional suppression, why I keep shrinking to keep the peace, and how sometimes, all I really want is to hear that I’m d...

Welcome to the first full session of Shit Talk Therapy—aka your monthly break from being a better person. I start off complaining about how chaotic June is and I'm tired and hate the heat, but also… summer in Chicago is kinda the best place ever. Then I get into my current Bravo beef (including my fear Summer House might be aging out, respectfully) and my thoughts on Michelle's personal pity conte...

This week, I’m solo — unpacking what it really took to start this podcast after years of hesitation. From hopping between jobs and passions to dealing with the fear of being judged for doing something unconventional, I’m breaking down why chasing your dream doesn’t have to look perfect to be real. I talk about redefining success, the weird pressure to be the “career girl,” and learning to show up...

Season premiere! I’m joined by my best friend (and podcast producer) Shawn for a conversation on what it really looks like to chase unconventional dreams. We talk about pivoting when something no longer fits, blocking out unhelpful opinions, and how we’ve grown through it all—plus some random bestie sidebars, obviously. It’s about creative risk, clarity, and the kind of friendship that keeps you g...

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After a few weeks of consistently moving my body…and actually liking it, I’m reflecting on what it really means to reconnect with myself—physically and emotionally. This year, my only resolution was to take care of myself, and somehow that intention has finally stuck. No more punishing routines or restarting from zero every time life gets in the way.   In this episode, I’m getting into how I lost...

For my 20th episode (can you believe?!), I’m talking about something I’ve spent most of my life avoiding: being wrong. From a business mistake that circled back a year later to an emotional overreaction with my boyfriend, this week has been one long lesson in accountability—but instead of spiraling, I’ve been… surprisingly okay? I open up about how apologizing and asking for help have always felt...

After spending some time away (then festering in the darkness of my bedroom, contemplating absolutely nothing productive), I’m back and thinking about… where we live. Inspired by a trip to my boyfriend’s part-time-small-town life, this episode dives into an eternal debate: city vs. suburbs vs. literally anywhere else. Do we actually hate where we live, or are we just looking for problems? Are we d...

I have spent years avoiding being that girl—the one who drags her boyfriend to every social event like an emotional support water bottle. But after a rare night out where he actually vibed with my friends, I had a groundbreaking realization: maybe my issue isn’t him, maybe I’ve just been living life on autopilot. This week, I unpack my tendency to stick to routines just because they’re familiar (e...

After two weeks of living alone, I’ve come to a realization: I still love my independence… and damn, I kinda missed her. In this episode, I talk about why I believe everyone should live alone at least once in their life. From growing up in a packed house with siblings to suffering through questionable roommates, to finally living solo and now cohabiting with my partner, I reflect on what each expe...

Somewhere between college partying and adult responsibilities, I forgot to actually have fun. Now that my 20s are winding down, I’m realizing I might’ve spent too much time lost in "adulting" and not enough time just living. In this episode, I talk about how I got here, what I want to change, and why I refuse to let my remaining 20s slip away in a blur of to-do lists. And since we’re talking about...

 It’s my birthday! I’m officially 28—which means I’m older, wiser, and finally over the made-up timelines I used to stress about. Marriage by 30? Millionaire by now? Yeah… let’s all relax. I’m letting go of the pressure, embracing where I’m at, and actually celebrating myself for once (because someone has to). Plus, a little inspo from my favorite Housewives proving that aging is nothing to fear—e...

Last week? A disaster. But in the name of personal growth, we’re calling it a learning experience. Turns out, pretending everything is fine doesn’t actually make it fine—who knew? This week, I’m unpacking my part-time-long-distance relationship stress, the importance of being honest (with myself and my partner), and why suppressing your feelings for the sake of "positivity" is a scam. Plus, a much...

Friendships aren’t all built the same—and honestly, neither are friends. This week, I’m unpacking the evolving nature of friendships in adulthood: the different “types” of friends we have, how shifting priorities and life changes impact relationships, and why some friendships last while others naturally fade. From navigating new dynamics to setting expectations (without unnecessary guilt), we’re g...

Boundaries: the one thing that keeps us sane and somehow makes us feel guilty for setting them. This week, we’re unpacking how to clock out of work (literally and mentally), sidestep the guilt trip in friendships, and navigate relationships with love and respect—without losing yourself. And in ‘Shit Talk Therapy,’ we’re dishing on RHOSLC reunion looks, Whitney’s latest pot-stirring, and of course...

New Year New Me-ing, yet still overthinking (but making it productive). This week, we’re tackling the age-old dilemma: how much should we care what people think? Spoiler alert—it’s not always a bad thing. From setting boundaries to figuring out which opinions actually deserve space in your head, we’re unpacking the feels, one messy thought at a time. Of course, no episode is complete without a muc...