Rietta Boksha
How to Deal When the Shit Gets Real Podcast
A storytelling podcast about resilience, growth and navigating life’s hardest seasons. How to Deal When the Shit Gets Real is where honest conversations unfold about the moments that change us. Each episode features real people sharing their journeys through grief, trauma, adversity and the challenges that reshape who we are. This show isn’t about perfection or pretending everything is fine. It’s about what happens when life cracks open — and how we find strength on the other side. If you’ve ever felt lost, overwhelmed, broken, or unsure how to move forward, these conversations are for you.
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Rietta Boksha
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Latest episode
May 29, 2026
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Episodes
22: Social Media & Kids 17.07.2020 45:59
We continue our talk on social media and what it's like raising kids in this age. We also talk about family and social media.
21: The Age of Social Media 10.07.2020 35:57
Today we tackle not getting sucked into the abyss that is social media. Everything from trolls to the never ending arguments.
20: Anger Management 101 03.07.2020 37:39
Today we talk anger! How to handle those angry feelings we know you are having right now and if you can't there are always professionals. No not us.
19: Let's Talk About Intimacy 26.06.2020 39:40
Today we dive into intimacy, listening and yes, sex! We aren't going to let you forget the little things, or let your relationship get stale! We might even get little personal. Sorry in advance to our husbands.
18: Moving and Remodeling 19.06.2020 46:56
Today we discuss the ups and down of moving and remodeling. Rietta gives us a glimpse of moving with the military and Connie gets into what it's like to remodel every aspect of her home.
17: Conflict, Resolution & Life 13.06.2020 38:24
Today we talk conflict and resolution. With everything going on we felt it an important topic to cover. Listen in to see what tips we have!
16: Shows, Movies, & Books Oh My! 05.06.2020 49:01
Today we decided to take a lighter approach and talk about what we have been enjoying during Quarantine. What current TV shows we are binging. Our top 5 movies and some of our favorite novels.
15: Of Boredom and Buying 29.05.2020 41:01
Today we talk consumerism. Are you buying just to buy? Are you buying out of boredom since we can't shop? Do you use those cheap clothing website? See what we have to say.
14: Nobody is Perfect 22.05.2020 43:52
Today is the last episode in our health series. Talking about "cheat days", finding balance, and the oh so important you time!
13: Nutrition and You 15.05.2020 55:11
Today we continue our series on health. Nutrition is next up on the chopping block. How to shop, reading nutrition labels, and finding what works for you to stay consistent!
12: Let's Get Physical 08.05.2020 53:00
Today we are starting our series on health. First topic up is, fitness! Moving your body is so important, specially during this time when it has become so easy to get stuck in a rut. How can you stay motivated and moving?
11: Express Yo Self 01.05.2020 40:58
Today we get into self expressions. Hair, make-up, tattoos, and so much more. How do you express yourself and does your family give you hell for it too? Hear what our family has to say about it.
10: Love Da Earth 25.04.2020 48:32
In honor of Earth Day we talk about taking care of our Mother Earth. Eco friendly products, reducing our footprint and oh so much more.
9: Rumor Has It 18.04.2020 35:00
Since we talked gossip it only felt natural to move on to rumors. Connie and I both discuss rumors that have effected our lives and our families, along with the rumors currently plaguing our world.
8: The Great Gossip 10.04.2020 41:52
Today we talk about gossip! We give some of our wonderful (not) family examples and different ways to handle it.
7: Relationship Pillars- Humor 03.04.2020 40:08
In our third and final episode dedicated to relationship pillars we talk humor! Not just humor either but the importance of positivity topped off with a dash of compassion.
6: Relationship Pillars- Trust 27.03.2020 48:46
Building on last week, we get into our second pillar trust!
5: Relationship Pillars- Communication 20.03.2020 52:41
Today we begin talking about the different pillars of a good relationship. Our first pillar is good ol but often underestimated communication.
4: Support Yo Friends 13.03.2020 49:49
We talked family support now we cover supportive friendships! Do you have the right friends or do you need to reconsider?
3: We Are a Family 06.03.2020 51:28
Today we talk family support! The good and the overbearing kind.
2: Talk to Me 28.02.2020 58:16
Today we tackle depression and anxiety. Knowing you aren't alone, ways to cope and so much more.
1: Crazy for You 12.02.2020 53:08
In honor of love day we are talking relationships! The good, the bad and the ugly. Don't worry singles we have you covered too!
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