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Send us Fan Mail This episode is a little life update, a little heart-to-heart, and a reminder that starting over doesn’t mean starting from nothing. I’m catching you up on our move into our first place together, reflecting on what Pride Month truly means, sharing my thoughts on dating, healing, job security, and the messy reality of building a life as an adult. We also talk puppies, antique store...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we’re talking about the gay kid we’re finally protecting now. The version of ourselves that spent years hiding, people-pleasing, shrinking, and trying to be accepted. We’ll explore what it means to heal old wounds, let go of shame, set boundaries, and become the safe place we always needed growing up. This is a conversation about self-acceptance, resilience, and l...

Send us Fan Mail Learning to love women wasn’t just about finding love, it was about letting go of fear. In this episode, I share my journey of embracing my identity, navigating vulnerability, and learning to open my heart without shame or self-doubt. A conversation about trust, authenticity, and what happens when you finally allow yourself to be loved.

Send us Fan Mail Coming out isn’t always one big moment, sometimes it’s years of hiding, questioning yourself, and trying to be the person everyone else expects you to be. In this episode, I share my own journey of accepting who I am, the fear of being judged, the grief of feeling like I lost time, and why I believe life is too short to abandon yourself for someone else’s comfort. If you’re still...

Send us Fan Mail Coming out wasn’t one big realization, it was years of questioning, suppressing, performing, and trying to fit into a life that never felt like mine. In this episode, I share my journey through compulsory heterosexuality, the grief of realizing how often I abandoned myself, and the freedom that came from finally being honest about who I am. This is a conversation about identity, a...

Send us Fan Mail for years, i thought i was choosing love, but i was really losing myself just to keep relationships alive. in this episode, i open up about toxic patterns, self-sacrifice, settling for less, and the painful realization that i was surviving instead of thriving. we talk about healing, boundaries, therapy, healthy love, and what it means to finally choose yourself instead of begging...

Send us Fan Mail in this episode, i talk about one of the most draining relationships of my life and how i confused chaos, control, and inconsistency with love. what started as comfort turned into lies, jealousy, cheating, gaslighting, screaming matches, and constantly shrinking myself just to keep the peace. i open up about losing myself, staying too long, and finally realizing that peace should...

Send us Fan Mail in this episode, i talk about two relationships from my younger years that taught me what love wasn’t. from chasing the “bad boy” fantasy with court dates, jail visits, lies, and abandonment… to ending up in another relationship filled with control, criticism, and emotional emptiness. i open up about losing myself in toxic relationships, confusing attention for love, and staying w...

Send us Fan Mail in this episode, i open up about my biological mother, my maternal family, and what it really feels like to grow up around abandonment. i talk about the grief, confusion, anger, unanswered questions, and all the quiet ways it shapes you long after childhood. we get into healing from mother wounds, family pain, identity struggles, and learning how to stop carrying what was never yo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we dive into exes, new partners, and the quiet jealousy that can creep in when insecurity takes the wheel. I share my own story of comparison, obsession, and retroactive jealousy—and how I finally broke free from the need to compete. This is an honest conversation about self-worth, manipulation, healing, and learning that love isn’t a competition.

Send us Fan Mail in this episode, i break down cheating without sugarcoating it. what actually counts as cheating (yes, it’s more than just sex), why people really do it, how most people find out, and what healing actually looks like after betrayal. we talk emotional affairs, micro-cheating, excuses, accountability, and why blaming the “other person” misses the point. raw, honest, and uncomfortabl...

Send us Fan Mail in this episode, i break down one of the most misunderstood truths in modern dating: attention isn’t love. we talk about how validation, trauma, and hookup culture blur the lines, why crumbs can feel like connection, and how to tell the difference between being wanted and being chosen. if you’ve ever felt seen but not held, this one’s for you.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I open up about my honest relationship with hookup culture and the role it played in my life. I talk about casual connections, dating apps, and the moments that left me feeling more disconnected than free. This episode is about realizing I crave emotional intimacy, learning what real connection feels like, and choosing depth over convenience. Here’s to wanting som...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I talk about outgrowing the version of yourself that everyone else still expects you to be. The quiet one. The fixer. The people-pleaser. The “strong friend.” The version you performed because it kept you safe. I get into why people cling to who you used to be, why your growth can make them uncomfortable, and what it means to choose the newer, healthier version of...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I talk about forgiveness in the most honest way — not as something we do to make other people feel better, but as something we do to finally breathe again. I get into why forgiveness has nothing to do with reconciliation, apologies, or being “the bigger person,” and everything to do with releasing the pain your body has been holding onto. We unpack why forgiveness...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I open up about the kind of breakup no one prepares us for — when a friendship ends. I talk about what it feels like to lose someone who once felt like family, the confusion, the anger, the nostalgia, and the parts of us that break right along with it. We get into why friendship breakups hit just as hard as romantic ones, the patterns we ignore, the red flags we j...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I get real about goals, growth, and the patterns that keep us stuck. I share my own journey through heartbreak, people-pleasing, perfectionism, and the moments where I convinced myself I didn’t deserve better. We talk about why we self-sabotage, how it shows up in relationships, work, and personal habits, and what it actually takes to break the cycle. This one’s h...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I talk about what it really feels like to love someone who struggles with their mental health — and how easy it is to lose yourself in the process. I share how their moods, episodes, and emotions can impact your own, and what it takes to stay grounded, supportive, and sane. This episode is about compassion, boundaries, and remembering you deserve stability too.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I talk about what it really means to rebuild trust, especially in yourself. I share how a simple Tinder date made me self-reflect and realize I didn’t want a relationship at all. I wanted clarity, control, and confidence in my own decisions. This episode is about choosing yourself, trusting your inner voice, and rebuilding from the inside out.

Send us Fan Mail This episode is all about learning how to communicate without turning every conversation into a disaster. We talk healthy communication, emotional safety, conflict tools, and how to actually listen. If you’re tired of awkward “we need to talk” moments, this episode will help you make your relationship a safer, softer space to be honest.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we talk about the four patterns that slowly ruin relationships: criticism, defensiveness, contempt, and stonewalling. I break down how they show up, how to stop them, and how to communicate in a way that builds real emotional safety. It’s real talk, gentle accountability, and tools that actually help you love better.

Send us Fan Mail This episode breaks down the subtle red flags we ignore, the ones that make you doubt yourself, shrink your voice, or question your peace. We talk patterns, nervous-system cues, early signs, and how to trust what your body already knows. If you’re tired of confusing love with chaos, this one’s your reminder to choose yourself.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I open up about body shaming, confidence, and getting back into my gym era. I share pieces of my 27th birthday weekend, my healing journey, and what it takes to rebuild self-love without guilt. This one is for anyone reclaiming their body, their discipline, and their glow.

Send us Fan Mail This episode is all about how my girlfriend and I made long-distance love work — from Facebook Dating, to late-night calls, to missing each other through time zones. It’s soft, relatable, and real. A cozy episode for anyone who’s in love, in long distance, or a little delulu at night.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I talk about the chaos and softness of your 20s, the pressure to be perfect, the identity crises, the healing, and all the moments that force you to grow up before you feel ready. It’s about slowing down, practicing mindfulness, and learning to heal while you’re still figuring out who you are.