Surviving the Spin

In this episode of Surviving the Spin , we’re talking about what really happens when kids start to grow, change, and express themselves… and how quickly that can get labeled as ‘attitude.’ From being called ‘snobby’ for having opinions… to being misunderstood during emotional and physical changes… these stories highlight what happens when children are trying to be heard… and the adults around them...

In this episode of Surviving the Spin , we’re talking about what happens when simple questions don’t get simple answers. From last-minute changes and missing information… to long explanations that somehow explain nothing… to reactions that escalate the moment things get questioned… these stories highlight what it feels like when things stop making sense—but the situation keeps going. Because at so...

In this episode of Surviving the Spin , we’re talking about what happens when things that should be simple… somehow turn into a full-blown storyline. From delayed divorces and ever-changing ‘solutions’… to sudden career plot twists… to situations that seem to evolve faster than they’re actually resolved… these stories highlight what it looks like when nothing moves forward—but everything keeps cha...

In this episode of Surviving the Spin, we’re talking aboutwhat happens when co-parenting starts to feel less like teamwork… and more likea negotiation. From delaying a divorce to get control over decisions… to turning simple plans into arguments… to clashing over parenting choices that should be about thekids… these stories show how quickly things shift when controlbecomes the focus. Because at so...

In this episode of Surviving the Spin, we’re talking aboutWhat happens when things that should be simple… somehow never get finished? From delayed decisions and endless ‘solutions’… to communication that only shows up when it’s convenient… these stories are what it looks like when nothingmoves forward—but everything keeps going.   If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, ‘Are we actually finishing...

In this episode of Surviving the Spin , we’re talking about what happens when responsibility… suddenly comes with a long list of problems. From last-minute excuses and double car breakdowns… to insults when boundaries are finally set… these stories highlight what it looks like when showing up becomes optional—but the expectations don’t. Because at some point… it stops being about what went wrong…...

In this episode of Surviving the Spin, we’re talking aboutWhat happens when simple parenting decisions… turn into full-blown situations? From moving homes and choosing schools… to setting boundaries and finding ways to communicate… everything starts off reasonable. Until it’s not. Because sometimes it’s not about the decision being made… it’s about how someone reacts when they’re not the onemaking...

“In this episode of Surviving the Spin , we’re looking at two situations that seem small on the surface… A phone. A holiday. But the reactions to both? That’s where everything changes. From control and overreactions… to proving a point instead of showing up… these stories reveal what’s really going on beneath the surface. Because at some point… it stops being about the situation… and starts being...

“In this episode of Surviving the Spin , we’re diving into two stories where the timing of everything feels just a little too perfect. From co-parenting struggles and emotional pressure… to sudden emergencies that only seem to happen at very specific moments… different situations, same pattern. Because at some point, it stops being coincidence… and starts becoming something you can’t ignore.”

“Two stories. One pattern. From co-parenting and constant excuses… to blame without responsibility… this episode explores what happens when things stop adding up—and start repeating. Because once you see it… you can’t unsee it.”

Different stories. Different people. Same level of nonsense. In this episode, we’re getting into two listener submissions that go from questionable… to ‘there’s no way you just said that.’ And somewhere between ‘the landlord was chasing me with a knife’ and ‘we don’t need a marriage license’… …it becomes very clear: It’s not bad luck. It’s a pattern.”

⚠️ Disclaimer The stories shared in this episode are based on personal experiences and have been adapted for storytelling purposes. Names and identifying details have been changed to protect privacy. This podcast is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional, legal, or psychological advice. In this episode of Surviving the Spin , we’re talking a...

In this episode of Surviving the Spin , we’re doing something a little different. I’m sharing two real stories—one about a boss who seemed supportive but had other plans, and another about a relationship that looked romantic on the surface but hid something much deeper. At first, they seem completely different… but they both reveal the same red flag that most people miss. We break down what happen...

In this episode of Surviving The Spin , we explore what happens when simple accountability triggers immediate deflection. Through two real-life stories — one involving a high-conflict divorce and another involving co-parenting dynamics — we unpack how manipulation can show up as exaggeration, blame-shifting, and narrative control. This week’s Red Flag of the Week focuses on what to watch for when...

In this episode of Surviving the Spin , we talk about what it means when someone is building a future with you… and secretly building another one somewhere else. From a suspicious “work trip” to parallel love stories that didn’t know about each other, we break down future faking, hidden narratives, and what promises are really worth. Plus — a listener question about how to move forward after betra...

What someone does when they don’t get what they want tells you everything. In this episode, we unpack two real stories — a father who witnessed a disturbing moment the night before his daughter’s wedding, and a woman who discovered what her partner did when “no” wasn’t an option. Both situations reveal the same pattern: when pressure hits, character shows. We’re talking about blame, emotional vola...

Five months pregnant. A red light. A distracted driver. And a hospital room where someone seems more inconvenienced than concerned. When Naomi overhears a single word — “Lucky” — everything shifts. Sometimes it takes a collision to see what was already broken.

In this episode of Surviving the Spin , we explore the difference between protection and performance. It starts with a seemingly romantic decision — moving in together after only a few months. But when unresolved responsibilities and carefully managed narratives begin to surface, patterns quietly form. Then we look at a different couple, where a small frustration over shared laundry escalates into...

In this episode of Surviving the Spin , we follow Lena’s story — a relationship that didn’t start with danger, but with confusion. What felt intentional and promising slowly revealed inconsistencies: big future promises without present proof, subtle jealousy framed as protection, and friendships quietly rewritten without her consent. There were no explosive moments. No obvious warnings. Just small...

Come listen, open your mind and feel your feelings.

In the very first episode, we meet Claire. What started as something promising slowly became harder to define—not explosive, not obviously dangerous… just confusing. Through Claire’s story, we explore how unhealthy dynamics don’t always play out as expected. This episode unpacks how easy it is to ignore quiet discomfort, especially when nothing “technically” goes wrong. If you’ve ever questioned y...