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You're not crazy. You're anxious.This week on Almost Adulting, Violet sits down with Mel Robbins to unpack high-functioning anxiety in love — why women attach fast, date potential, ignore red flags, and stay in relationships where they can't ask for what they need. Mel breaks down the 5 Second Rule, how to stop spiraling, time blindness, and the worst thing you can do when anxiety hits.They talk separation anxiety, loving someone who's wrong for you, being right vs. being connected, and the obvious signs he just doesn't like you.If you're successful but secretly overthinking everything in dating — this one will hit.Thanks for supporting our sponsors:Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at Shopify.com/adulting.Nutrafol: For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month's subscription and freeshipping when you visit Nutrafol.com and enter promo code ADULTING.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode of The Protectors Podcast is a tough one. Today, Mike and Mark welcome back Bernie — a past guest who bravely shared how he was targeted in a romance scam. Now he's back… because it happened again. How does this happen twice, and why do these schemes succeed — even when we believe we're smarter than the last attempt?Also joining us is licensed professional counselor Cassandra O'Hara, who helps break down the psychological side of romance fraud — why it's so powerful, how manipulation works, and what Bernie — and anyone listening — can do moving forward. Because romance scams aren't about being foolish. They're about being human.The Protectors Podcast - Helping You Spot the Scam Before It Starts.GUEST CONTACT INFO:Cassandra Dessureau-O'Hara: https://www.mjabehavioralhealthandwellness.com/cassandra-dessureau-ohara-lpcIC3.gov: https://www.ic3.gov/________________________________IAFCI CONTACT INFO:IAFCI Website: https://iafci.org/Phone: 916-939-5000Advertising Opportunities and Guest Appearance: IAFCIProtectorspodcast@gmail.com

After a month-and-a-half break and a big network move, your Russian big sister Violet Benson is back – and she's starting 2026 the only way she knows how: with tough love.Violet breaks down the four shifts that changed her life – and can change yours too.• setting real boundaries (and holding the door open when someone wants to leave) • radical self-awareness (aka stop lying to yourself) • knowing exactly who you are • and changing your perspective so you stop feeling like the victim in your own storyShe then breaks down why we romanticize the wrong people, the truth about “twin flames,” how you've been quietly self-sabotaging your love life, forgiving without apologies, and learning that sometimes the love story you're chasing isn't about another person – it's about yourself.Today is the day you take your power back and start gaining confidence again after losing yourself in love. This episode is your reset.Don't forget to leave a 5-star review when you're done listening.Thanks for supporting our sponsors:Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at SHOPIFY.COM/adultingSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join our hosts for Tuesday's show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: ‘US Immigration' and ‘Ramadan' US Immigration Immigration in the United States continues to divide communities. ICE sits at the centre of enforcement, detention and deportation, shaping the lives of millions every day. Do these policies protect society, or do they deepen fear and injustice? Join us as we examine the impact of ICE, the human cost of immigration control, and what justice and security should truly look like. Ramadan One month from now, daily routines will change for millions around the world. Early mornings before sunrise, evenings marked by shared meals, reflection, and prayer. Ramadan is nearly here, and preparations are beginning across homes and communities as people get ready for this blessed month. Guests: Noel McDermott - Psychotherapist as well as a Mental Health Expert with over 30 years of experience Dr. Mohammed iqbal - Producer and Host of Living History on VOI Radio. Retired Pharmaceutical Management Professional who has worked for some of the biggest Pharmaceutical companies including Novartis and AstraZeneca. Imam Anas Mahmood - Imam of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community. He is currently serving in Hounslow. Imam Khalid Gonzalez - Imam of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in Spain. Producers: Bareera Iftkhar and Dania Nasir

Summers are a time when families spend time together, but it is also when pressure to look a certain way intensifies. ‘Summer body' expectations if not managed wisely, can affect individuals, strain partners and family relationships, and quietly shape self-worth, especially for children and teenagers. In this conversation, mental health expert Neha Kapoor explains how these pressures impact wellbeing and offers guidance on protecting confidence and emotional health.

Dr. Brian Alman has been in the mental health field for three decades. He's written 15 books, developed the ACE Assessment (Adverse Childhood Experiences), teaches courses, and is genuinely passionate his work. Listen to him talk to Max about his personal experience with chronic pain as a child and how it forged his path to helping others. It's truly a great episode, one you don't want to miss! *And he may offer a freebie, but you gotta listen to get it!  For more from Dr. Brian Alman-  www.drbrianaltman.com For More From Sober Coach/Substance Abuse Counselor Max Njist, visit MaxNijst.org

If you've ever wondered why you settle, sabotage, or shut down.. this episode tells you the truth.Today on Almost Adulting, Violetta is joined by Jay Shetty - New York Times best-selling author, host of On Purpose, former monk, and one of the most influential voices in self-improvement, emotional healing, and modern spirituality.In this powerful conversation, Jay and Violetta dive into:the limits we place on ourselves (and each other)fear as an unformed boundarywhy timelines sabotage our growththe real meaning of love (beyond romance)how to build connection through vulnerabilityand how to rewrite the beliefs holding you backIf you're craving clarity, emotional growth, deeper love, or a fresh start, this is an episode worth revisiting. Some conversations deserve a second life. and don't forget to leave me a 5 star review on the apple podcast app when you're done listening!!!! WHAT TO LISTEN FOR:• 00:00 Intro• 02:15 The journey that took 10 years• 05:08 Deadlines vs. destiny• 06:13 Worst advice Jay ever received• 07:52 “We project our limits onto other people.”• 10:46 The three cancers of the mind• 12:45 How to change your feelings• 16:23 Best advice Jay ever received• 21:36 Why beginners should move fast• 28:19 The two lies we tell ourselves• 33:35 What unforgiveness does to you• 36:13 Different forms of love• 38:46 Is unconditional love real?• 41:26 Loving as a skill• 46:16 Fear as an unformed boundary• 50:05 The power of being alone• 53:08 Win or lose together• 58:52 What it really takes to make love work• 01:03:41 The 8 Rules of Love• 01:06:19 The myth of perfection• 01:08:35 Connect with the people who want youAND THAT IS ALL FOR 2025!!! WE WILL BE BACK IN 2026!!

Welcome to our Monthly Zodiac Bonus Episode, dropping the third week of every month! This December, we're giving you the ultimate guide to making a Capricorn man obsessed with YOU.Get ready to discover:

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An effort is underway by President Donald Trump and cities like Kansas City, Kansas, to clear unhoused people from living in public spaces. But one Overland Park mental health expert fears homelessness will be criminalized — not addressing the root issue and costing more than providing adequate access to care.

WELCOME TO PART 2, b*tches! :)We ended Part 1 with how to give your man a good head and the #1 Oral Method to make a girl c*m. Now listen up as Emily shows me the best way to find the REAL G-Spot. We end the episode with tips to not c*m too fast, hilarious fan sex stories and how I ended up in the ER after a fingering gone wrong.Connect with Dr. Emily Morse:WebsiteInstagramSex with Emily PodcastConnect with me on:InstagramYouTubeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, we're continuing the conversation about eating disorders, but this time, with a professional who has spent nearly two decades treating eating disorders.After my solo episode (ep. 75) sharing my 15-year battle with anorexia, bulimia, food addiction, and body dysmorphia, you sent in hundreds of questions…and I saved all of them for this conversation.Today, I'm joined by Dr. Morgan Francis, licensed therapist and eating disorder specialist, for a powerful, honest, informative, and definitely-lifesaving conversation that every woman (and every parent) needs to hear.Together, we break down:✨ Disordered eating vs. eating disorders—the difference matters✨ How young it starts (as early as five years old) and why✨ The most commonly missed warning signs✨ How to know if you may be struggling✨ What to do if someone you love has an eating disorder✨ How to help yourself if you're stuck in the cycle✨ Why “looking healthy” can hide years of pain✨ The role of shame, trauma, comparison, and control✨ What real healing actually looks like, and how you can learn to love your bodyThis episode is equal parts education, compassion, and empowerment. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or trying to understand your own relationship with food and your body…this conversation is a gentle, grounding place to start.If you or someone you love is struggling, please know: you're not alone, there IS help, and healing is absolutely possible.

From getting your taco licked to c*mming EVERY time, this week's episode is SO good, I'm giving you TWO parts.Welcome to part 1 besties :)I have Renowned sex therapist Emily Morse join us to teach you how to cum over and over again, so take out your notepad and get ready to take some notes. We discuss how to, love your body and vageen, get your man to go down on you, tips for giving a wifey blowie, facts vs myths about intercourse, the #1 ORAL METHOD THAT WILL MAKE YOUR GIRL C*M EVERY TIME, and more!!!TUNE IN NEXT WEEK FOR PT. 2!!! And don't forget to leave a 5 star review on the apple podcast app!Connect with me on:InstagramYouTubeConnect with Dr. Emily Morse:WebsiteInstagramSex with Emily PodcastToday's episode is brought to you by:Bellesa: EVERYONE who signs up wins a FREE WhisperVibeTM OR a FREE Rose toy with any WhisperTM order! CLAIM YOUR FREE GIFT HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Real Reason Men Shut Down, Pull Away, and Go Blank.Ever dated someone who was warm one minute… and emotionally shut down the next? In this week's Benson Book Club, we break down Chapter 7 of The Untethered Soul - “Transcending the Tendency to Close.”This chapter explains:why people emotionally close offwhy your ex suddenly went coldthe psychology behind emotional shutdown and avoidancehow to recognize when YOU close your heartand how this pattern destroys connectionI also give you a step-by-step Law of Detachment routine for heartbreak that I did to get over bookman!! The exact script to record, what to listen to every night, and a clean way to detach from someone who can't show up for you.If you want to understand why someone pulled away… or you need help letting go fast… this episode gives you clarity, strategy, and the tools to move on.Today's episode is brought to you by:Bellesa: EVERYONE who signs up wins a FREE WhisperVibeTM OR a FREE Rose toy with any WhisperTM order! CLAIM YOUR FREE GIFT HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Everything felt perfect… until the rabbit showed up.An emotional shift I couldn't explain, a pullback I didn't see coming, and the moment Bookman and I quietly unraveled. This episode dives into the signs you miss, the distance you feel before it's spoken, and the breakup you don't want to admit is happening.Did I make a mistake walking away… or would you have done the same?You tell me.Today's episode is brought to you by:Bellesa: EVERYONE who signs up wins a FREE WhisperVibeTM OR a FREE Rose toy with any WhisperTM order! CLAIM YOUR FREE GIFT HERE. SKIMS: if you're looking for the perfect gifts for everyone on your list - the SKIMS Holiday Shop is now open. After you place your order, be sure to let them know I sent you! Select "podcast" in the survey and be sure to select Almost Adulting in the dropdown menu that follows :)Face Foundrie: Visit facefoundrie.com and use code ADULTING at checkout for 20% off your first service!Shopify: Start your business TODAY with Shopify! Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at SHOPIFYQuit With Jones: Ready to quit for good? Go to quitwithjones.com/ADULTING to start your personalized quitting journey and get $10 off with code ADULTING.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to our Monthly Zodiac Bonus Episode, dropping the third week of every month! This November, we're giving you the ultimate guide to making a Sagittarius man obsessed with YOU.Get ready to discover:

You don't want flowers.You want reassurance.If he can post a story, he can send a sentence that says “I care about you.”This episode is for every woman who feels crazy for needing words - because guess what? You're not clingy. You're not insecure. You're under-affirmed.We're unpacking why hearing “I love you,” “I'm proud of you,” or “I'm here” hits like emotional oxygen… and why silence feels like abandonment.If his silence makes you overthink,if you keep replaying one compliment for three weeks,if you've ever begged a man to just communicate —you're in the right place.Hit play and stop settling for men who “feel it” but can't say it.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The evil eye lives in your group chat. Did I stutter? Ever notice the SECOND you share good news - your life collapses faster than a Nature Valley bar? Same.One minute I'm being loved correctly, soft life era unlocked… Next minute? Like not even 24 hours later - I break my foot, bleed from my privates, and end up crawling around my house like a feral naked raccoon throwing up on my hardwood floors with my milk bags hanging low, while I genuinely wonder how I got here.The evil eye is REAL. But it doesn't come from your enemies… it comes from your friends - the ones cheering the loudest… right until you start winning. Most of them don't even realise they're subconsciously sending you bad energy… just because your happiness reminds them of the places they're not.Protect your wins. Protect your joy. And get ready to laugh your toes off with today's episode. Hit play — and if this episode calls someone out, send it to them. Thank me later ;)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Struggling with your goals? then listen to this. Today we dive into my dumpster fire of a life before diving into the science of habit formation with a sprinkle of sarcasm. We're breaking down the game-changing insights from James Clear's Atomic Habits to help you build habits that actually stick. I'll walk you through the four simple steps to form habits that work for you, not against you. It's educational, it's real, and eye opening. Tune in to stop overthinking and start automating your way to a better life. Listen now, and thank me later.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What do you do when your hot‑girl era turns into a medical horror story? I broke my foot on a date, got a UTI, and spent the day being gaslit by the ER - who sent me home TWICE with a literal displaced fracture… but not before charging me for wasting my time. I can't walk for two months, might need surgery, and now I'm side‑eyeing my friends because my scorpio senses are tingling that one of them definitely gave me the evil eye. It's giving delusion, humiliation, and the American healthcare system at its finest.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Start with the PSA - it's your biology lesson in detachment. Send it to every girl who caught feelings after he came inside her.Then we dive into vag myths, s@x lies & the patriarchy - we're breaking down everything men still get wrong about women's bodies.What's the craziest thing a woman's admitted about her taco?The biggest myth men still believe in 2025?And is it true a fishy taco is actually HIS fault?Yeah, I asked all of it and more. :) The founders of Winx Health join me for the most unfiltered, chaotic, and actually-educational convo about women's bodies you'll ever hear.Go to HelloWinx.com/Adulting for 50% off at walgreens for all Winx products!Today's episode is brought to you by:Skims: Shop my favourite bras and underwear at SKIMS!Nutrafol: For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering my listeners ten dollars off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol and enter my promo code ADULTINGBellesa: EVERYONE who signs up wins a FREE Rose suction toy with their order HERE!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It was supposed to be a romantic Vegas trip… until I got hemorrhoids, threw up in a $900 suite, did shrooms (allegedly), and had second thoughts about Bookman.Why? Because this man did the unthinkable… he texted back, planned dates, opened doors, used empathy, and was willing to change. Is this too good to be true… or have I met my match? You tell me.Welcome to Part 1 of Finding My Husband: Vegas - where romance meets chaos, Russian standards meet American men, and emotionally stable men are the new red flag. I said what I said.(dating podcast • Vegas trip chaos • attachment theory • love bomber or match • relationship overthinking • female hosted podcast)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The trip ended, the lessons didn't.In Part 2 of Finding My Husband: Vegas, I'm talking about the real game: how to keep him hooked without losing yourselfWhy even healthy love will still drive you a little insane sometimesHow to self-regulate before you self-sabotageFrom overthinking to attachment theoryEverything you need to know about dating an avoidantAnd how to actually win an avoidant over(dating podcast • attachment styles • relationship advice • how to love an avoidant • female-hosted podcast)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thinking about starting that business, becoming an influencer, or finally posting that video?? If the only thing standing between you and your dreams is worrying what people might think.. then this episode is about to set you FREE.Truth is, other people's opinions are keeping you Broke & boring babe.. which is why today, we're unpacking Mel Robbins' Let Them Think Bad Thoughts. And once you get it, you'll realise other people's opinions have zero power over you. This is your permission slip to post, build, create, and live unapologetically.Want an ad free podcast experience?? Subscribe to my ad free podcast at - https://almostadulting.supercast.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Do you pick the billionaire with private jets and a family fortune, or the guy who makes you feel safe but probably flies coach? In Part 6 of “Finding My Husband,” the universe drops a literal billionaire into my life right as I'm about to take things with Bookman to the next level. I unpack lust vs. stability, attachment wounds, and the messy decisions that follow… and by the end, I make a huge choice.WHO WOULD YOU CHOOSE, BESTIE?Don't forget to subscribe for weekly episodes and leave a 5-star review on Apple or Spotify so I know you want more of this series.(Dating podcast • relationship advice • modern love • situationship • dating stories)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Think you've had the worst date ever? Try going out with a musician… WORST. DATE. FINAL. BOSS.From men wearing my Skims to guys with kids my age, the dating pool isn't just in hell… it's swimming in piss and UTIs. Welcome to Part 5, besties. Buckle up because this episode is UNHINGED and will have you laughing your socks off. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to our Monthly Zodiac Bonus Episode, dropping the third week of every month! This September, we're giving you the ultimate guide to making a Libra man obsessed with YOU.Get ready to discover:

Welcome to the narcissist playbookThink you've never dated a narcissist? Think again. From love bombing to gaslighting to the classic “I'm sorry you feel that way” non-apology—these are the Top 5 Mind Games Narcissists Play that'll have you questioning your reality, your group chat, and maybe even your sanity. On today's episode, Violetta is breaking down their playbook, exposing every trick, and telling you exactly how to spot the BS before it wrecks your self-esteem. If you've ever left a date wondering if you're crazy… spoiler: you're not. He's just a narcissist.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Rich Valdes America at Night, Dr. Vince Callahan, Mental Health Expert and Founder of the Florida Institute for Neural Discovery, explains the growing trend of workers taking mental health leave, reflects on the tragedy involving Charlie Kirk, and shares insights from his new book Freedom to Change: Understanding and Reshaping the Stressed Brain. Later, retired Bergen County Police Chief Brian Higgins, now President of Group 77, analyzes the Charlie Kirk shooting, the investigation, and the capture of the suspect. Plus, Rich takes calls from across America to hear your thoughts on the latest news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A new study from Common Sense Media, a group that studies and advocates for using screens and digital media sensibly, found that 70 percent of teens have used AI companions, platforms designed to serve as “digital friends.” As the technology gets more sophisticated, experts worry about AI's potential to exacerbate crises of loneliness and youth mental health. Brandon Jones, the executive director of the Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health, joined Minnesota Now to share more about this. Hear more from our special series on AI in schoolsPerspective from a Minnesota teacher turned AI education consultantSt. Paul teacher says it's 'like bringing a forklift to the gym'Minnesota high school student weighs the benefits and pitfalls of AI

From choking games to first kisses. Welcome to the most chaotic update yet. Is Book Man too good to be true… or did I just meet my match?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

He planned the perfect rom-com date.. five hours of sparks, soul-connection, and eye contact so intense - it puts your favourite book daddy to shame. Twenty minutes later? I dumped him. Did I fumble… or dodge a bullet? You tell me.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Okay besties… it begins. I'm officially back in the dating game - I'm talking Hinge, matchmakers, awkward dates I already regret, and I'm taking you with me. This is Part 1 of Finding My Husband, and yes, there will be updates. Stay tuned as I take you on this journey. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

No intro. No filter. Just me crashing out mid-coffee jitters, questioning a man's job, his five passports, and whether I just met my future husband or the next Tinder Swindler. Welcome to Part 2.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to our Monthly Zodiac Bonus Episode, dropping the third week of every month! This August, we're giving you the ultimate guide to getting a Virgo man obsessed with YOU.Get ready to discover:

Think getting ahead is about luck? Think again. In this episode of Almost Adulting, I'm giving you my unfiltered playbook for turning every 'no' into a 'hell yes,' getting hired when you're underqualified, nailing interviews, and beating the competition for the promotion you deserve. Today you'll learn how to:• Get a YES (even when you're not the obvious choice) through manipulation• Turn rejection into opportunity• Outshine everyone in an interview and get hired on the spot• Position yourself for the next big promotion• And walk away with strategies that will change how you move in business and in life, forever. Don't forget to share today's episode with anyone who needs a wake-up call, and save it so you can come back to it whenever you need a reminder. And of course, if you enjoyed today's episode, please leave me a five-star review on the Apple Podcasts app! I love you so much, thank you for listening, bestie.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Why Women Are Choosing Younger MenThis week on Almost Adulting, I'm joined by the power couple that broke the internet—and probably a few age-gap double standards. Caroline Stanbury (yes, that Caroline from Ladies of London and Real Housewives of Dubai) and her hot husband Sergio (ex-pro footballer, full-time golden retriever energy) are here to prove that age is just a number—and chemistry is undefeated.We're talking:Vagina Watch 2016—where the love story beganSleeping together early (and why Sergio needed a second chance)The car he tried to hide and Caroline's brutal reactionThe perks of dating younger: stamina, TikTok fluency, and unapologetic oral sexBotox, poo talk, and why confidence > collagenWhy their relationship makes people uncomfortableDating across a language barrier and how Sergio really feltHaters, labels, and how to flip judgment into powerPlus: is dating a younger man the secret to crafting the emotionally available partner your therapist keeps promising?If you've ever been judged for who you love, questioned if you're too old to start over, or just want the tea on naked confidence and facelifts—this one's for you! Grab your AirPods. And maybe a younger man, and hit play.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Do you ever feel weirdly lonely in your relationships? Like you're the one always doing the work—overthinking, overgiving, overfunctioning—and you still feel...empty? You're not crazy. You might just have grown up with an emotionally immature parent.In this special Benson Book Club episode, I break down the first chapter of Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents and walk you through the hidden patterns that are silently shaping your love life, self-worth, and ability to trust your instincts. From guilt for feeling unhappy, to people-pleasing, to dating men who “just don't get it”—this episode unpacks all of it.This one's for the girls who grew up being the emotional support system for everyone else, and are only now realizing that's not normal. Let's heal the inner child, stop normalizing dysfunction, and stop mistaking emotional starvation for love.Tag your best friend, take the quiz, cry a little, and reclaim your standards.Want an ad free podcast experience?? Subscribe to my ad free podcast at - https://almostadulting.supercast.comToday's episode is brought to you by:Nutrafol - Nutrafol is offering my listeners $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol and enter the promo code ADULTING.Today's episode is brought to you by: Shopify!!! Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at shopify.com/AdultingSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to our Monthly Zodiac Bonus Episode, dropping the third week of every month! This July, we're giving you the ultimate guide to making a Leo man obsessed with YOU.Get ready to discover:

If you're in your twenties then listen to this.Your 20s are all about embracing mistakes, growth, and becoming the person you're meant to be. In today's short episode, I'm sharing 20 things your 20s are too short for—like staying in toxic relationships, letting others define your worth, and holding back from living your best life. Plus, stick around for a powerful manifesting mantra at the end to help you shape the future you desire.

Ring ring… hellllllo? It's your big sis Violetta coming to your rescue!Hi besties!! It's the second week of the month, and you know what that means: a brand new episode of Ask Violetta. But today, we're doing things a little differently... We're answering just one question. But not just any question—the one that haunts your group chat at 2am:“What if they're your soulmate… but the timing's off?”You swear they're the one. Your twin flame. Your human dopamine hit. Every text gives you fanny flutters. But fate? She's a petty little b*tch. Wrong place. Wrong time. Right person. It's a tale as old as time… so what the hell do you do??? Listen to this episode obviously!So if that's you, hit play. If it's your bestie, hit send. Because someone in your group chat needs to hear this before it's too late.By the end of this episode, you'll know exactly what to do. And if that means letting go? I've got you boo, with 9 steps to detach like the hot unbothered queen you were always meant to be.P.S. Don't forget... the right people are timeless.

Why are we so f*cking mean to ourselves?This week, we're diving deep into that nonstop voice in your head that tells you you're not good enough, smart enough, hot enough, just... not enough. You'll find out why it exists, how it got there, and how to finally shut it the hell up.We're talking:· The real science behind your inner critic (yes, it's a thing - it's called the Default Mode Network)· Why comparing yourself to everyone on the internet is literally frying your brain (hi, Social Comparison Theory)· How to mentally separate from that toxic inner voice (Cognitive Diffusion, b*tch)· And how to give yourself the kind of love you're always chasing from other people (Radical Self-Compassion...look it up, it's life-changing)By the end of this, you're going to understand that being hard on yourself isn't some personality trait - it's a survival habit you can unlearn. And we're doing it together, one savage thought at a time.This episode is science, sass, and self-respect. Let's go.Wanna listen to this episode AD FREE?? Go to my ad free subscription at - almostadulting.supercast.comToday's episode is brought to you by:Nutrafol - Nutrafol is offering my listeners $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol and enter the promo code ADULTING.SIMPLY POP - Sip on the juicy side of life. Find out where you can try Simply Pop at cokeurl.com/simplyPOP !Feeld Dating - Download Feeld now on the App Store or Google Play and discover if you're into relationship anarchySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Think you're low-maintenance until they stop texting back? Can't breathe unless you're together 24/7? Sounds like you've got a ‘Quality Time' love language. But don't panic... needing time isn't the problem, ignoring it is.Hi besties!! Today we're breaking down everything you need to know about the second most common love language: Quality Time.So before you call it quits, LISTEN UP.If you're feeling unloved, or they swear you're “too needy,” this episode is your playbook. I'm breaking down how 'Quality Time' lovers give and receive love, so you can stop misreading the signs and start getting what you actually need.Send this to your partner (yes, I'm giving you the green light) or listen yourself if you've been dating someone who blows up your phone five minutes after you leave.Your clinginess? It's not clingy.It's love. Let's talk about it.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What if I told you the reason you don't have your summer body… is because of your situationship?This week I'm joined by Sarah Perl, aka The Hot High Priestess, and we're unpacking why your anxiety, trauma, and bad taste in men are literally showing up on your body.We go deep on:Why your nervous system is hoarding fat like it's hoarding toxic menWhat it really takes to make a man obsessed with youHow to manifest your ex back - and when to notLaw of Detachment: stop obsessing, start attractingMasculine vs. feminine energy—and why you keep chasingHow to break the cycle of dating your daddy (again)How generational trauma lives in your hipsWhy you can't find real love until you heal, and more!If you've ever cried over a man and gained five pounds after, this one's for you :)Wanna listen to this episode AD FREE?? Go to my ad free subscription at - almostadulting.supercast.comToday's episode is brought to you by:Shopify - Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at shopify.com/AdultingStasis - Don't let Adderall make you feel like sh*t. Pair it with Stasis and get your focus, without the 3pm energy crash, moodiness, or restless nights. Get an extra 15% off your first purchase using my code VIOLET at checkout HERE!!!Nutrafol - Nutrafol is offering my listeners $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol and enter the promo code ADULTING.SIMPLY POP - Spill the Pop tour with Remi & Alisha from Pretty basic is coming to a city near you!! For tour information and FREE tickets, visit cokeurl.com/simplyPOPtour , but hurry! Availability is limited.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to our Monthly Zodiac Bonus Episode, dropping the third week of every month! This June, we're giving you the ultimate guide to getting a Cancer man obsessed with YOU.Get ready to learn:

You're not single because you're broken—maybe you're just asking the wrong questions.In this deeply personal and hilariously honest solo episode, I share 30 questions you need to ask yourself if you're serious about finding real love—not the situationship, not the trauma-bond, not the 2-week high followed by ghosting. We're talking love that lasts.I also open up for the first time about being deaf—how it's made me feel small, different, and deeply afraid of being pitied… and how I moved past it.This is the episode where we stop waiting to be "healed enough" for love—and finally figure out what we actually want and deserve.Tune in if:You keep attracting the same wrong person in a different fontYou're overthinking love to deathYou're ready to be loved without fixing every flaw firstListen ‘til the end for the story that might just change how you see yourself—and love—forever.Wanna listen to this episode AD FREE?? Go to my ad free subscription at - almostadulting.supercast.comToday's episode is brought to you by:Adults Show - Watch FX's Adults OUT NOW on FX. All Episodes Streaming on Hulu.Stasis - Don't let Adderall make you feel like sh*t. Pair it with Stasis and get your focus, without the 3pm energy crash, moodiness, or restless nights. Get an extra 15% off your first purchase using my code VIOLET at checkout HERE!!!Feeld Dating - Download Feeld now on the App Store or Google Play and discover if you're into relationship anarchySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today I'm joined by viral creator MJ Gray to break down everything from the Wizard Liz drama, delusional men who want “traditional women” but can't even lead… to why the 50/50 dating fantasy is officially dead. We're talking cheating, bill-paying boyfriends, men who secretly resent powerful women, and why you should think twice who you have a baby with.If you've ever wondered why the guy who chases you ends up trying to humble you, why some friends feel like emotional leeches, or why men always “circle back” after destroying everything—this episode is your new bible. And be sure to tune in to the last 10 min since I drop a final update on Wizard Liz that might change the way you see her forever.Follow MJ Grey TikTok here :)Wanna listen to this episode AD FREE?? Go to my ad free subscription at - almostadulting.supercast.comToday's episode is brought to you by:Adults Show - Watch FX's Adults OUT NOW on FX. All Episodes Streaming on Hulu.Nutrafol - Nutrafol is offering my listeners $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol and enter the promo code ADULTING.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

One random act of kindness, a stranger on the freeway, and a moment that changed everything.Listen to this to restore your faith in humanity and discover how a split-second decision can reveal the goodness still left in the worldWanna listen to this episode AD FREE?? Go to my ad free subscription at - almostadulting.supercast.comToday's episode is brought to you by:Stasis - Don't let Adderall make you feel like sh*t. Pair it with Stasis and get your focus, without the 3pm energy crash, moodiness, or restless nights. Get an extra 15% off your first purchase using my code VIOLET at checkout! https://takestasis.com/VIOLETMaterialists Movie - Movie comes out June 13! Get your tickets HEREAdults Show - Watch FX's Adults OUT NOW on FX. All Episodes Streaming on Hulu.Air Doctor - Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code ADULTING to get UP TO $300 off today! AirDoctor comes with a 30-day money back guarantee, plus a 3-year warranty—an $84 value, free! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome back to Benson Book Club! Today we're diving into Chapter 4 of Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents by Lindsay Gibson—aka the one that explains why you can't trust, love, or text back without spiraling.Think your mom's a narcissist? You might be onto something. Convinced your dad's emotional unavailability ruined your love life? You're not wrong. This episode is your Roman Empire. If you've ever felt unloved, emotionally starved, or like you sabotage every relationship—this might explain why. Let's get into the trauma tea.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to our Monthly Zodiac Bonus Episode, dropping the third week of every month! This May, we're giving you the ultimate guide to making a Gemini man obsessed with YOU.Get ready to uncover: