They're the breakups nobody talks about: adult friendships. In this episode, we explore the complicated feelings around friendship breakups, our personal experiences, and why they can be worse than romantic ones. We believe …
Plot twist! Another week, another internet-breaking picture: Selena Gomez and Hailey Bieber posing together at an event. After years of being pitted against each other and the center of nonstop internet drama, the two women …
Today's episode caught us up on Anna's ever-evolving dating life! After her experience with Expidating she finds herself back unhinged on the hinge app, except this time with more mindfulness about potential dates. The most …
What do dating apps and Jeffrey Dahmer have in common? Well, nothing really, other than the fact that they're discussed here on this episode of RSVP: Maybe. Tune in for an unfiltered lighter episode that’ll make you laugh, w…
"I'm doing the best I can with what I have at the moment, and that's enough." In today's episode, we discuss Little t trauma and big T traumas and how they continue to affect people throughout their lifetimes. There is so mu…
"The worst part about having a mental illness is that people expect you to behave as if you don't." In this week's episode, we dive into mental health and how the stigma surrounding it leads to silent suffering. We talk abou…
Life is messy; let's laugh about it! In this episode, Brooke and Anna, friends and now co-hosts, introduce you to the inspiration behind RSVP: Maybe and share more about who we are, how we know each other, and what to expect…
On today's live episode we cover the 4 types of drinkers in society The non Drinker The Social Drinker The Grey Area Drinker The Alcoholic When you are looking to evaluate your relationship with alcohol it's important to kno…
Today I share what I've been struggling with on a personal level. I share my experience of Las Vegas as a Sober person and having compassion for the homeless community, as well as the stress of grieving without numbing the p…
Today's Live episode features tips for traveling when sober. What's the easiest way to do that and how to set yourself up for success with the goals you have set in terms of living alcohol free. I'm Joined by my husband Jeff…
Today's topic is about Grey area drinking and 5 signs you might be struggling with it. So many millions of women fall into this area and really feel trapped by their drinking, suffering silently. When we don't publicly displ…
We seem to have a great divide on sobriety and what that means. Today I am discussing in my LIVE episode a few different recovery platforms that help people find sobriety. Sobriety and recovery are not a one stop shop, every…
The Jumping Point is the point where we can spend YEARS deliberating whether or not we should stop drinking. In today's LIVE episode I discuss how we often focus on what we are losing and giving up if we get sober or quit dr…
Today's LIVE episode is all about our limiting beliefs around alcohol and how to shift and reframe them. We as a society use alcohol in every celebration and every failure. It's hard to step away from the norm. When we choos…
Another LIVE episode with a zoom masterclass where I discuss questions that can help you commit to and be successful with your sober journey. Whether you are a grey area drinker, progressed to alcoholism or looking to liver …
Whether you are a mom struggling with drinking, a mom who has chosen sobriety and recovery, or a woman struggling with your parents addiction this episode is for you! Today I interviewed my daughter Gabriella live. I am so p…
Today you’ll hear my live zoom call with some ladies in a group coaching program working on recovery. Here are some takeaways; •We have the choice to choose recovery or not •you’re only as sick as your secrets • The Freedom …
If you ask Jennifer Merian her secret to a happy life, she would tell you: “Gratitude and ingratitude don’t live in the same house.” On this episode of Desperately Seeking Self, host Brooke Collins talks with her friend and …
We all deserve to feel comfortable in our own skin, what can you do to help yourself if you don’t feel that way now? Host Brooke Collins has practical, actionable tips to help you do just that with her 21-Day Confidence Cha…
“It’s not that I’m without fear, I just don’t stick around in feelings of fear,” says Amanda Chen, Podcaster, Coach, Entrepreneur, and guest on this week’s episode of Desperately Seeking Self. Amanda chats with host Brooke C…
Ah, if we would only trust our instincts! Have you ever found yourself “knowing” something is true when others are telling you your instincts are totally wrong? It’s crazy making. Multiply the stress times 1,000 when the p…
Struggle with anxiety? Try flying trapeze. That’s the secret ingredient in author, clinical social worker and media commentator Stephanie Erickson’s journey to a happy and healthy life. In this episode of Desperately Seeking…
If you have people telling you that you can’t do something then it’s time to drown out the noise and go for it! When you go after what you want you have freedom! If you have a dream, fight for it. Always believe in yourself,…
Have you given so much of yourself that you feel lost? Here are some tips that I used and continue to use when I start to feel like I’m not recognizing myself. 1. Connect with other women, find your people and you will s…
