Messy Stages

Hello listeners and fellow twenty-somethings. Messy Stages is BACK and in today's episode I'm going solo (quite literally!) as I celebrate one whole year single, share some of the lessons I've learned, touch on my relationship history and how I healed from an abusive relationship and codependency, delve into childhood trauma and how it impacts our adult relationships and share how I've gone from serial monogamy to exploring singledom and casual dating. It's definitely all over the place, but I hope that it is somewhat interesting to listen to. My instagram: @charlotteadamsx For any podcast related enquiries: adams.charlotte123@yahoo.com

Hello listeners and fellow twenty-somethings. Welcome back to Messy Stages, the podcast where we unpack all the emotions and experiences that adulthood throws at us. Today, we are joined by none other than my ex(!) turned good pal Jaimee, who happens to be studying to become a therapist specialising in LGBTQ+ (specifically lesbian) relationships and mental health. We discuss everything from our history and experiences with one another, to our own experiences within the realm of unhealthy and abusive situations, to how we've found peace and self love and navigated our own healing process.  Jaimee's reading recommendations: In the Dream House by Carmen Maria Machado Naming the Violence: Speaking out about lesbian battering by Kerry Lobel et. al all about love by bell hooks Connect with Jaimee: Instagram: @jaimeestoczko  jaimee@amblercounseling.com (215) 764-7117

Hello listeners and fellow twenty-somethings. Welcome to episode 4 of the Coming Out series of this podcast. In our fourth episode of the series, I am joined by my lovely Canadian friend Charlotte and we discuss her coming out story, how she fell for her best friend (turned current girlfriend Alex), how they came out to their roommates via power-point presentation(!), as well as labels and what best fits her! So get ready, grab a glass of vino (or tea for my sober friends) and enjoy the story! My instagram: @charlotteadamsx Charlotte's instagram: @charlottesp_22 For any podcast related enquiries / if you'd like to send me your story: adams.charlotte123@yahoo.com

Hello listeners and fellow twenty-somethings. Welcome to episode 3 of the Coming Out series of this podcast. In our third episode of the series, I share my coming out story - I discuss the first girl in my life and the good old tumblr closeted days, and how my best friend Tasha helped me come out to my Mum back in 2017! I am also joined by Siubhan, who shares the story of how she realised that she was Queer, and Jip, who shares her experience coming out as a lesbian and how she was outed online?!?! Craziness! So grab your drink of choice, get comfortable, and enjoy this wild ride of an episode! My instagram: @charlotteadamsx Siubhan's instagram: @ch0ux Jip's instagram: @xjipvk For any podcast related enquiries / if you'd like to send me your story: adams.charlotte123@yahoo.com

Hello listeners and fellow twenty-somethings. Welcome to episode 2 of the Coming Out series of this podcast. In our second episode of the series, I am joined by the wonderful Chris, who shares his experience coming out as trans in an all girl school environment and the hardships and difficulties that he faced after coming out to unsupportive family and when dealing with the school's senior management, as well as his journey to loving himself and owning his trans identity publicly and with pride. So make a cup of tea, get comfortable, and enjoy this moving and inspiring coming out story. My instagram: @charlotteadamsx Chris's instagram: @chrisolivegreen Academic Dr Ruth Pierce's article on Trans Temporalities and Non-Linear Ageing: https://transactivist.files.wordpress.com/2018/11/trans-temporalities-and-non-linear-ageing.pdf For any podcast related enquiries: adams.charlotte123@yahoo.com

Hello listeners and fellow twenty-somethings. Welcome to the Coming Out series of the podcast. In our first episode of the series, I am joined by my lovely friend Maritza who shares her very complicated coming out story! So grab your glass of wine and hang on to your seats as you listen to her self-proclaimed "explosion" of a coming out! We also have two additional coming out stories at the end of the episode for you to enjoy! My instagram: @charlotteadamsx Maritza's instagram: @maritzaricov For any podcast related enquiries: adams.charlotte123@yahoo.com

Hello listeners and fellow twenty-somethings. In today's episode I'm joined by my first guest: my best friend Jen! We read your awkward sex and dating submissions and I quiz Jen on her awkward dating stories prior to meeting her current boyfriend Dan (shoutout to Dan)! Also featuring a dating horror story from my Mum which I hope you all enjoy as much as we did. Lots of love! Jen's instagram: @tiedyejen_ My instagram: @charlotteadamsx For any podcast related enquiries: adams.charlotte123@yahoo.com