In today's solo episode I talk about the popular tagline you hear all over social media of "if they wanted to they would". I talk about why it's a way oversimplification and how I really don't believe it applies to breakups. I also talk about why this line of thinking can be helpful when you're newly dating someone but why it can be really harmful when we're ... Show More
Oct 6
#342 How to Reclaim Your Life from Unreasonable Expectations with Dr. Jennifer Reid
In today’s expert episode, I’m joined by Dr. Jennifer Reid, a Columbia and UCLA-trained psychiatrist, to dive deep into the topic of guilt, especially as it shows up for women during and after breakups. We discuss her new book, Guilt-Free: Reclaiming Your Life from Unreasonable E ... Show More
45m 56s
Sep 29
#341 How to Break Free From Repeating Patterns with Dr. Gillian O'Shea Brown
In today’s expert episode, I’m joined by Dr. Gillian O’Shea Brown, NYU professor, psychotherapist, and author of “Psyche’s Awakening: A Guide to Emotional and Somatic Healing Through the Wisdom of Greek Myth.” We dive into why we keep repeating the same relationship patterns (rom ... Show More
43m 33s
Sep 22
#340 Recognizing Your Traitor Within with Jessica Anne Pressler
In today's expert episode, I'm joined by psychotherapist and author Jessica Anne Pressler to discuss her new fiction novel, Your Traitor Within. We dive into the inspiration behind the book, why she chose storytelling to illuminate cycles of self-abandonment and toxic relationshi ... Show More
43m 7s
Mar 2025
IF YOU WANTED TO YOU WOULD
We've all heard the quote, "If they wanted to, they would." You might have even used that quote to determine how someone feels about you. In today's episode, we're using this type of thinking and applying it to ourselves. If you wanted to do something, you would. If you wanted to ... Show More
18m 45s
Oct 2023
If He Wanted To, Would He??
We’ve all had that person that we wanna take things to the next level with, but they always seem to have an excuse on why right now “isn’t a good time for a relationship”. Today Bailey talks talks all about the famous phrase "if he wanted to, he would" and how it actually doesn't ... Show More
29m 40s
Jul 2024
83. How to feel hopeful while dating, even if you keep getting ghosted
If dating were easy, this podcast probably wouldn't exist. This episode is packed with reminders and mindset shifts to help you stay positive on your dating journey, even when you keep striking out. I discuss believing vs. hoping, checking our own expectations, and examining the ... Show More
33m 12s
Aug 2022
28: Getting Over a Breakup
HAPPY MONDAY ‧₊˚✩彡 today's episode I talk about relationships not working out, how to get over someone, breakups being a blessing and being okay on your own. I hope you enjoy <3 DM me on instagram for questions, advice or your thoughts on this episode *:･ﾟ✧*:･ﾟ @tryingnot2carepod ... Show More
28m 50s