How To Deal

After a long hiatus, Ashley O'Neill and Sydney Blanchard are back and, to no surprise, still dealing.  The first episode of the much-anticipated second season finds the girls recording from their new home at Open Space Studios. In the year(s) since they last recorded, Syd “got got by the Gras” and Ash snagged a Sag. In this episode, the friends discuss being over served at Lengua Madre, dissect our culture's obsession with coupledom and make a case for the bisexual man. Why is Ash even on the pod? For the answer to this and other unanswerable questions, tune in to How to Deal.

Everyone experiences heartbreak at different times in their lives. For best friends Ashley and Sydney, heartbreak came at the same time in both of their lives. In this series, the two women try to figure out out how to laugh through the pain, move forward and, ultimately, how to deal. In the season one finale, Ashley and Sydney have some major updates. Ashley finds herself in a much different place with her ex, and Sydney, newly single (again), already has a new Quarantine Crush. The women discuss early masturbation memories, secret orgasms, the state of the world, and Venus in Retrograde in Gemini. Stay tuned for big things coming in season 2!

Everyone experiences heartbreak at different times in their lives. For best friends Ashley and Sydney, heartbreak came at the same time in both of their lives. In this series, the two women try to figure out out how to laugh through the pain, move forward and, ultimately, how to deal. In this long overdue episode, Ashley and Sydney have some pertinent updates. Ashley is on a nudes journey, and Sydney has a Pavlovian response to a backwards hat. The women discuss Ashley's updated definition of loneliness, Sydney's relationship status, and attachment theory. At the end, they answer some listener questions for the very first time.

Everyone experiences heartbreak at different times in their lives. For best friends Ashley and Sydney, heartbreak came at the same time in both of their lives. In this series, the two women try to figure out out how to laugh through the pain, move forward and, ultimately, how to deal. In this extra long, edibles-fueled episode, Ashley and Sydney recap their holidays. Ashley learns the meaning of nostalgia during her breakup-iversary, and Sydney announces a big change in her relationship status. The women discuss Sydney's future career as a life coach, Ashley's new Leo crush and BHE (big homeschool energy).

Everyone experiences heartbreak at different times in their lives. For best friends Ashley and Sydney, heartbreak came at the same time in both of their lives. In this series, the two women try to figure out how to laugh through the pain, move forward and, ultimately, how to deal. In this episode, Ashley goes on a dating show and entertains an Aquarius, but the dating scene is starting to exhaust her. Sydney and Leg Tats have dropped “L” bombs, but it doesn’t mean she’s done healing. The women discuss dream interpretations, emotional “bouncers” and an astrology app that gives even shadier reads than Co-Star.

Everyone experiences heartbreak at different times in their lives. For best friends Ashley and Sydney, heartbreak came at the same time in both of their lives. In this series, the two women try to figure out out how to laugh through the pain, move forward and, ultimately, how to deal. In this episode, Ashley crushes on everyone and tries, and fails, to fuck a sad boi. Sydney find herself navigating a "full-ass" relationship with Leg Tats. The women discuss whether or not it's possible to want to wish your ex well, being restrained (sexually) and setting internet boundaries.

Everyone experiences heartbreak at different times in their lives. For best friends Ashley and Sydney, heartbreak came at the same time in both of their lives. In this series, the two women try to figure out out how to laugh through the pain, move forward and, ultimately, how to deal. In part two of this episode, Sydney provides an update on Leg Tats that scandalizes Ashley. Ashley expresses concern for Sydney's bodily health when she hears about the kind of sex she's been having. The women discuss their life's purpose and why fighting feelings never works.

Everyone experiences heartbreak at different times in their lives. For best friends Ashley and Sydney, heartbreak came at the same time in both of their lives. In this series, the two women try to figure out out how to laugh through the pain, move forward and, ultimately, how to deal. In part one of this episode, Sydney shares the emotional story of "The Incident." Things had been going well with her ex until suddenly, they weren't. Ashley and Sydney discuss manifesting, a future involving yachts, and whether or not closure is ever possible.

Everyone experiences heartbreak at different times in their lives. For best friends Ashley and Sydney, heartbreak came at the same time in both of their lives. In this series, the two women try to figure out out how to laugh through the pain, move forward and, ultimately, how to deal. In part two of this episode, Ashley and Sydney each share an emotional update, featuring more "woo woo" shit involving Michael the Archangel, a very intense therapy session and learning to trust again after feeling "too much" for someone else's "not enough."

Everyone experiences heartbreak at different times in their lives. For best friends Ashley and Sydney, heartbreak came at the same time in both of their lives. In this series, the two women try to figure out out how to laugh through the pain, move forward and, ultimately, how to deal. In part one of this episode, Ashley and Sydney dive headfirst into the dating scene, and it's going...okay. Ashley is sending dudes screenshots from Co-Star, and Sydney caves and downloads Tinder. The girls discuss kinks, accidental anal, and Sydney's predatory lesbian crush on Ashley's roommate.

Everyone experiences heartbreak at different times in their lives. For best friends Ashley and Sydney, heartbreak came at the same time in both of their lives. In this series, the two women try to figure out out how to laugh through the pain, move forward and, ultimately, how to deal. In this episode, Ashley and Sydney struggle to navigate the single life. Getting back in the saddle and dating again after ending a long term relationship can feel impossible, but you know what they say: the best way to get over someone is to get under someone else. The women chat about dating apps, sliding into DMs and Joanna Gaines fan fiction, obviously.

Everyone experiences heartbreak at different times in their lives. For best friends Ashley and Sydney, heartbreak came at the same time in both of their lives. In this series, the two women try to figure out out how to laugh through the pain, move forward and, ultimately, how to deal. In this episode, Ashley and Sydney rehash their trip to Memphis immediately following Ashley's breakup. One of the best ways to heal a broken heart? Plan a road trip with your bestie, eat a ton of BBQ, and disco all night long. Follow us on Instagram @howtodealpodcast to see the highlight reel from the girls' Memphis trip.

Everyone experiences heartbreak at different times in their lives. For best friends Ashley and Sydney, heartbreak came at the same time in both of their lives. In this series, the two women try to figure out out how to laugh through the pain, move forward and, ultimately, how to deal. In this episode, Ashley and Sydney talk about just exactly what they did to heal post-breakup, including but not limited to: scream-crying in their cars, craniosacral therapy, reiki and shrooms. And recording this podcast, of course. TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses suicide and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know needs help, call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline any time, 24/7 at 1-800-273-8255. To book a breathwork session with Kathleen Currie, head to wellspringneworleans.com and mention "How To Deal" when you book for a 20% discount. To find out more about energy healing or to book a session with Amberleigh Carter, visit kinectionholistichealth.com. Amberleigh's podcast, Ask Amberleigh, can be found on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Everyone experiences heartbreak at different times in their lives. For best friends Ashley and Sydney, heartbreak came at the same time in both of their lives. In this series, the two women try to figure out out how to laugh through the pain, move forward and, ultimately, how to deal. In this episode, Ashley and Sydney share their breakup stories and post-breakup revelations over several glasses of champagne. Will they finally get chins? Will they ever love again? Tune in to find out.