Today's episode is all about the fantasies that we've been sold, or that we sell to ourselves. Whether it's the over-fantasizing of friends and life in general, or the fantasy that movies and television have sold us regarding "bad boys", there are times when one has to put aside that perfect picture that resides within your brain and appreciate the flesh and ... Show More
Jul 27
My Friend UNINVITED Me as a Bridesmaid! + Remembering Charlie ❤️
Happy Monday, friends! You've been here through it all, engagements, weddings, and all of life's ups and downs. This week's episode starts with a wild story about a bridesmaid who gets uninvited from the wedding, and then shifts to something much more personal. Today is a difficu ... Show More
1h 6m
Jul 20
Do I Actually Like Him or Just the Attention He Gives Me?
Happy Monday, everyone! Have you ever wondered if you actually like him or if you just like the attention? Today, we're talking about how to tell the difference between real connection and validation, why we shrink ourselves in dating, and how to stop settling for breadcrumbs. Th ... Show More
1h 13m
Feb 2024
166. Fantasy bonding - is it love or delusion?
<p>Sometimes we become more attached to the idea of someone and their potential, than the reality of who they actually are. We begin to project our wants and desires on to them and ignore the red flags, the disappointments, the truth. This is what we call fantasy bonding and it p ... Show More
36m 5s
Mar 2023
Success Can Feel Lonely: Social Media, Comparison, “We Made It”
In this installment of Pretty Basic, the girls talk about how wild this year has been for them, from living out their wildest dreams, to meeting some of their biggest heroes. They also get into the ins and outs of social media and how the romanticization of online life is unhealt ... Show More
45m 37s
Jun 2024
Ep.115 Honesty In Friendships
Ever feel stuck between a white lie and the brutal truth with your friends? You're not alone! Friends are our chosen family, the ones we laugh with, cry with, and rely on. But what happens when honesty takes a backseat? What do you do when the truth gets tricky? This episode dive ... Show More
57m 7s