Girl Wise

Talks of mental health and speaking up have been everywhere but not many people have discussed how to be there for someone when they ask for help. In this episode, we talk about the basics of truly being there for someone to improve the quality of care we give our relationships. I also answer, "What to do if you have a toxic friend?" REFERENCES/WORKS CITED FOR THIS EPISODE (APA 7) Girl Wise is a p...

It's our 50th episode! That means that it's time for the first guest of the podcast, my incredible sister! In this episode, she discusses her story with hormonal birth control and the lessons she's learned along the way. REFERENCES/WORKS CITED FOR THIS EPISODE (APA 7) Girl Wise is a podcast geared towards women's empowerment by discussing many topics that we face daily like relationships, romance,...

There is no one right answer to the complex nature of modern plastic surgery procedures. One thing can be said, however, that sometimes the things we do to prevent the problem end up creating it. Ageism and plastic surgery go hand in hand this episode delves into that and more. We need to help women win! But what to do when your boyfriend loses interest in you? REFERENCES/WORKS CITED FOR THIS EPIS...

In a time where being a man written by a woman is a compliment, what does it mean to be a woman written by a man? This episode defines the male gaze, why it's important to learn about, what it means for both men and women and how some tropes translate into real life. Doesn't everyone take a gap year? REFERENCES/WORKS CITED FOR THIS EPISODE (APA 7) Girl Wise is a podcast geared towards women's empo...

Being young in a world surrounded by and made for men is not easy. In this episode, I spill 16 things my sixteen-year-old self would have died to know about men because let's face it, she desperately needed to know. And what is one thing that makes you happy? REFERENCES/WORKS CITED FOR THIS EPISODE (APA 7) Girl Wise is a podcast geared towards women's empowerment by discussing many topics that we...

Do you have a history of losing friends or having friendships end badly? Well, then this episode is for you. This episode talks about what qualities may make you a bad friend, times I have been a bad friend before, and what we can do to better these relationships. I also answer how to approach people when you're shy. REFERENCES/WORKS CITED FOR THIS EPISODE (APA 7) Girl Wise is a podcast geared tow...

Your weight and physical appearance affect all aspects of your life, especially if you're a woman. Thin propaganda is fed to us our entire lives and though body positivity has tried to make moves, it has barely made a dent in ensuring sustainable change for universal body acceptance. What can we do to love ourselves? REFERENCES/WORKS CITED FOR THIS EPISODE (APA 7) Girl Wise is a podcast geared tow...

Proposals can be a wonderful and exciting thing under the right circumstances and in this episode we have a girl chat about their history, gender roles, my own wants for a proposal, and more. Just delulu talk! I also share my top exam stress tips. REFERENCES/WORKS CITED FOR THIS EPISODE (APA 7) Girl Wise is a podcast geared towards women's empowerment by discussing many topics that we face daily l...

Have you also felt strangely down lately? Life's been overwhelming, exhausting, and confusing and this week I share tips on what I've been doing about it and why each method works. You are not alone, we've got this! And has your community lost third spaces? REFERENCES/WORKS CITED FOR THIS EPISODE (APA 7) Girl Wise is a podcast geared towards women's empowerment by discussing many topics that we fa...

Most of us have a bad boy era in our lives where we just can't seem to stay away. For some, we grow out of it but for others, things escalate. Why are they so romanticized and widespread in all media? We delve as to what they represent for women and how it's much more than "women not knowing what's good for them." What's your fave song at the moment?? REFERENCES/WORKS CITED FOR THIS EPISODE (APA 7...

Envy is one of the worst emotions to be on the other side of. One of the biggest problems women face in friendships is unchecked envy and the powerful ways it can sabotage all relationships. Today we speak on why that is, whether or not girl's girls are a good trend, and what the solution to stopping the corruption that envy can take on our lives. (And some tips on how to stop your phone from cons...

Sometimes we really are the antiheroes in our relationships. In this episode we list some of the biggest red flags that can be coming from us and why they're harmful. Recognizing our faults is the first step in having better, happier, healthier relationships and getting that happily ever after. And, also, how do I know if a guy likes me back? REFERENCES/WORKS CITED FOR THIS EPISODE (APA 7) Girl Wi...

There is a loneliness epidemic. But how can we be lonely if we are now more connected than ever? This week we discuss the unique ways that women have been using the internet to subdue loneliness and some real ways we can combat it. REFERENCES/WORKS CITED FOR THIS EPISODE (APA 7) Girl Wise is a podcast geared towards women's empowerment by discussing many topics that we face daily like relationship...

Sometimes we come to a point in our relationships where we ask ourselves: should I stay or break up? Well, in this episode we discuss five big reasons why it may be best to walk away. And we also rediscuss how to set boundaries with your family. REFERENCES/WORKS CITED FOR THIS EPISODE (APA 7) Girl Wise is a podcast geared towards women's empowerment by discussing many topics that we face daily lik...

Topics like sexism and gender inequality can seem daunting and too big to ever make change real change individually but what if there were small everyday things we could do that would really make a difference? In this episode, we discuss a few ideas and what to do if your boyfriend keeps liking girls' pics on insta...? REFERENCES/WORKS CITED FOR THIS EPISODE (APA 7) Girl Wise is a podcast geared t...

Most of us think that peer pressure is something that we can deal with and we have under control. But what if we're falling under peer pressure without even realizing it? In this episode, I discuss how much I didn't realize how badly I was giving in when I was a teenager, how different developmental stages affect that, and how to really deal with peer pressure. And how do you guys calm yourselves...

It's BONUS EPISODE TIME! Valentine's Day can be a big topic for some couples and your boyfriend (or partner in general 👀) making fun of it or downplaying it like it's the worst thing ever can sometimes leave us feeling dissatisfied and slightly uneasy inside. This episode discusses why that is and the importance of supportive partners. Dear Hank and John podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6e4...

As the year comes to a close the number of posts and videos about how to manifest the life of your dreams and vision board your way through January increases. I'm just here to tell what worked for me and expand a bit more on the fear of... success?? This episode breaks down what I have done the past three years to completely turn my life around to have so many of my wishes granted and hopefully up...

Should I text my ex?? The holiday season can have some of us feeling extra romantic (or lonely) and it might seem quite easy to text or reply to the text saying an innocent "Merry Christmas" or "Happy Holidays" but breaking no contact can have its own sets of challenges. In this episode, we talk about all the scenarios and a few reasons why we want to text our past so much. Also, an update on what...

Love languages this and love languages that but do we even know what they really mean? Is there even any science to back them up? This episode speaks on what the five love languages are, what their history is, and whether or not they have any merit. REFERENCES/WORKS CITED FOR THIS EPISODE (APA 7) Girl Wise is a podcast geared towards women's empowerment by discussing many topics that we face daily...

Sometimes we can be a bit shy when it comes to accepting gifts and gestures, but sometimes we lack self-worth so much that it can send us into an anxiety spiral. In this episode I speak about my own experience with "gift guilt" and how I overcame it by reinstating self-worth. What's the best gift you've ever gotten? REFERENCES/WORKS CITED FOR THIS EPISODE (APA 7) Girl Wise is a podcast geared towa...

Have you ever read your favorite novel and wished so badly that the male love interest could just come out of the page and sweep you off your feet? This episode discusses all the good the bad and the sad about men written by women. And also a bit about sugar babies. REFERENCES/WORKS CITED FOR THIS EPISODE (APA 7) Girl Wise is a podcast geared towards women's empowerment by discussing many topics t...

What women are "supposed" to achieve at a certain age has changed drastically over the past 100 years. This episode discusses the pressure we feel as women to seize every opportunity that comes our way while still making space for traditional life goals such as marriage, having kids, and so on. (And should you be friends with your ex??) REFERENCES/WORKS CITED FOR THIS EPISODE (APA 7) Girl Wise is...

When will we find our soulmates? Our knights in shining armor whisking us away into happily ever after. In this episode, we talk about what soulmates and all the other words for them are, how we will know when we find them, and whether or not it's a good thing for us to believe in them. Let me know your Christmas wishlists! REFERENCES/WORKS CITED FOR THIS EPISODE (APA 7) Girl Wise is a podcast gea...

So does he want to or not? In this episode, we talk about needs vs. expectations and whether or not the phrase "if he wanted to he would" holds up in social and scientific contexts. Should we really leave it all up to a trendy phrase? And what are your favorite holidays? REFERENCES/WORKS CITED FOR THIS EPISODE (APA 7) Girl Wise is a podcast geared towards women's empowerment by discussing many top...