Apr 30

What Optimism Looks Like When Your Mental Health Isn’t Great with Dr. Deepika Chopra

What if being a more optimistic person has nothing to do with “staying positive”? In this conversation, we unpack the real psychology of optimism — and why it’s less about feeling good, and more about building resilience, curiosity, and emotional flexibility. If you’ve ever strug ... Show More

30m 40s

Apr 23

The Reality of Hosting This Self-Love Podcast (Celebrating Our 300th Episode!!)

Wow!!! I can’t believe this is our 300th episode!! Thank you so so much for listening to Mary's Cup of Tea: the Self-Love Podcast for Women. This episode is a bit more personal and vulnerable. It’s me reflecting on why I started Mary’s Cup of Tea, what I’m struggling with, and if ... Show More

33m 38s

Apr 17

Why Your Self-Worth Feels Low (Even When Life Looks Good)

There’s a version of life many women are taught to chase: the one that looks put together, successful, desirable, and “right.” But behind the aesthetic routines, curated homes, and picture-perfect moments, so many of us feel disconnected, drained, or dissatisfied. This is the sel ... Show More

26m 48s

Sep 2024

Letting Go of Toxic Friendships + Healthy Friendship Breakups

Hey Muses! This week, we’re diving into the world of female friendships and how they change over time. Join me, Maria Fuentes, as we chat about how some friendships are meant for certain chapters of your life and why it’s okay to let them go when they’re no longer serving you. I’ ... Show More

25m 43s

Apr 2025

It’s Not You: The Real Reason Adult Friendship Is So Hard & 3 Ways to Make It Easier

If you’ve ever felt like making friends as an adult feels impossible, or you’ve looked around and thought, "Where did all my friends go?" – you’re not alone. In this episode, Danielle Bayard Jackson is sharing the real reasons why female friendship can feel so complicat ... Show More

1h 31m

Jan 2025

Shocking Truths on How to Create the DEEP Friendships You Crave: Thoughts From a Former Ghoster

Hiii friends! Welcome back to this lil corner of the internet! It’s time for another episode of ✨Finding Your Casual Magic✨ and I am SO excited to have you here with me. First, a massive THANK YOU for all the love on the last few episodes! Reading your messages and hearing your c ... Show More

53m 1s

Jan 2025

270. The psychology of male-female friendships

It's an age old question - can men and women ever actually be friends? In today's episode we explore the social psychology and studies that help us understand why the genders sometimes have so much difficulty being close friends, as well as how to assert boundaries and keep frien ... Show More

35m 28s

Feb 2025

Why Are Female Friendships SO Hard?! How to Navigate Jealousy, Fake Friends & Competition | The Girl Gang PT 2

What's up my homies, it's your girl Lisa Bilyeu and welcome back to another amazing episode of Women of Impact! Alright, today’s topic is one that literally EVERY single one of us battles with at some point—LONELINESS! And trust me, it’s more harmful than not exercising, smoking ... Show More

52m 22s

Sep 2024

Overcoming Loneliness: The Power of Adult Friendships

Explore the importance of maintaining and cultivating friendships in adulthood. Understand why friendships are crucial for emotional well-being and how to build meaningful connections despite life’s many transitions. If you liked this episode, you can find more of Samantha's work ... Show More

5m 17s

Oct 2024

How to Overcome Loneliness and Navigate Adult Friendships with Kristen Meinzer and Jolenta Greenberg

In this episode, Kristen Meinzer and Jolenta Greenberg share their insights and experiences on how to overcome loneliness and navigate adult friendships. Kristen and Jolenta’s journey through self-help books and their unique friendship dynamic provide valuable perspectives on the ... Show More

1h 4m

Oct 2024

How to Handle Toxic Friends | Dr. Marisa Franco | E425

Ever feel like your friendship is taking more out of you than it gives? If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in a relationship that feels draining, toxic, or just plain bad, you’re in the right place. In this episode of Love, Happiness & Success, I’m sitting down with Dr. Marisa F ... Show More

49m 30s

Nov 2024

How to Navigate Conflict & Build Amazing Friendships | Danielle Bayard Jackson

Discover surprising insights into the science of women's friendships from Danielle Bayard Jackson, author of <a href="https://amzn.to/3YyapYk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Fighting for Our Friendships: The Science and Art of Conflict and Connection in Women's ... Show More

1h 1m

Aug 2024

Finding & Reimagining Deep Friendships

So often we prioritize romantic relationships above all others - whether it's searching for a 'soul mate', choosing who we spend our time with or who takes priority in our lives…But according to Rhaina Cohen, the idea that a romantic partner is the only kind of relationship that ... Show More

34m 46s

Female Friendships Advice for Women Who ...