My friend Emily joins the podcast today to open up about taking a leap of faith and moving across the country. She shares the mindset that she had that allowed her to meet other people, say yes to everything, and create the life she wanted for herself. We discuss dating in NY vs LA, comparing yourself to your younger siblings, and making new friends in your ... Show More
Jul 10
"From Roommates to Soulmates"
When Waverly Colville signed a lease with a stranger named John Guilyard in the summer of 2020, she never imagined she was also meeting her future partner. Two years of friendship, late-night talks, and dancing around their feelings later, one kiss changed everything. In this epi ... Show More
1h 4m
Jul 8
Why You’re Still Stalking Your Ex and What Actually Helps You Heal
Breakups today aren’t just about letting go of a person — they’re about navigating texts, timelines, algorithmic reminders, and the pressure to "heal fast." Therapist and Lonely Hearts Club founder Lexi Joondeph-Breidbart joins Ilana to unpack what actually helps people move on, ... Show More
56m 8s
Feb 2023
393: Modern Dating And Finding Love At 40
Dating can feel challenging, tiring and even hopeless. However, it's important to know that you're not alone and that it doesn't have to be so hard. Listen to today's show to learn how to navigate dating, keep your heart open and find peace with yourself. In this episode with Chr ... Show More
46m 29s
Oct 2023
Do You Feel Like You’ve Lost Yourself? with Dr. Sara Kuburic
If you’ve ever asked yourself “Who am I?” and/or “How did I get here?”, this episode is for you. We are honored to welcome existential psychotherapist and author Dr. Sara Kuburic to discuss the concept of self loss, self discovery, healing, and finding happiness. Sara explains s ... Show More
1h 33m
Apr 2023
240: Living with Epilepsy, Staying Grounded with Success & Avoiding the Comparison Trap with Camila Coelho
Camila Coelho is a beauty, fashion and lifestyle influencer and entrepreneur with two major brands, Camila Coelho Collection and Elaluz. She joins the show to discuss her career since the early days of Youtube and Instagram, how epilepsy shaped and changed the trajectory of her l ... Show More
52m 54s
Jul 2023
256: Breaking Up, Body Image, Walking Through Uncertainty & Current Wellness Practices with Alyssa Lynch
In this episode I talk to Alyssa Lynch candidly about her recent breakup, how she made the decision to leave a long term relationship, the freedom she experienced on the other side of that decision, and how she walks through fear and uncertainty. We also discuss how she is evolvi ... Show More
59m 40s
May 2024
312: Love Life Advice: Leaving Long-Term Relationships, Finding Your Person, Dating Mistakes & Breaking Toxic Cycles with Matthew Hussey
Matthew Hussey is NYT best-selling author, speaker, and coach specializing in confidence, dating, and relationship intelligence. His new book, Love Life, teaches readers how to raise your standards, find your person and live happily, and he’s been researching the topic of relatio ... Show More
1h 3m
Sep 2023
#686 - Dr Gad Saad - 8 Strategies For Avoiding A Life You Hate
Dr Gad Saad is an Evolutionary Psychologist, Professor of Marketing at Concordia University, a podcaster and an author.In today’s fast-paced world, happiness and contentment often seem elusive. By taking an evolutionary lens on happiness, we can gain deeper insight into why we ar ... Show More
1h 21m