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The Break-Up DietDon’t Text Your Ex (Unless You Have To) - Josefin EklundIn this episode, I’m joined by my very good friend Josefin Eklund, and let’s just say… it escalates quickly.We’re talking rebounds (more than one), sleeping with your ex after the breakup, and the awkward reality of “no contact” when you suddenly have to message them about… antibiotics. Yes, that actually happened. We get into whether rebounds actually help, how to realise you’re not over someone at the worst possible time, and why sometimes your friend has to text your ex for you because the shame is too real.Josefin opens up ab...
2026-01-2926 minThe Break-Up DietStop dating men who want GIRLFRIEND benefits (without the label)If you’re exhausted, confused, and low-key over dating… this episode is for you.Dating in 2026 feels like a never-ending cycle of situationships, mixed signals, low-effort dates, and men who want all the benefits of a girlfriend — without the label. And honestly? I’m tired. The bare minimum isn’t enough anymore.In this episode, I’m talking about why dating apps feel soulless, why situationships seem to last longer than actual relationships, why “what are we?” feels like the scariest question ever, and why giving girlfriend energy without the commitment is the fastest way to b...
2026-01-2225 minThe Break-Up DietThe European Kid: Breakups in Big CitiesThis week on The Break Up Diet, Yaz is in New York with Aris Yeager aka The European Kid for a very real, very honest conversation about breakups in big cities and why they somehow hurt more the older we get.Aris opens up about his worst breakup and why the ones from your teenage years do not even compare. We talk about how moving to a fast paced city like New York can completely shift your priorities, your relationships, and your sense of self. And like a lot of men, the heartbreak did not hit str...
2026-01-1524 minThe Break-Up DietYou Don’t Miss Him. You Miss the Fantasy (With Madi Rouse)Be honest… you don’t actually miss him — you miss the version of him you made up in your head.This week on The Break-Up Diet, we’re joined by breakup creator Madi Rouse, whose raw, no-BS advice has helped thousands of women navigate heartbreak, anxiety, and that “why can’t I let go?” phase.We get into:Why you’re not in love — you’re in limerenceHow hope after a breakup keeps you stuckFalling for potential (and why it’s your biggest red flag)Why stalking your ex is literally an addictionWhy men and women heal...
2026-01-0826 minThe Break-Up DietDo I Actually Like Them… or Do I Just Want Them to Want Me?It’s the first episode of the year — and the first solo episode of The Break-Up Diet.No co-host, no script, and way too much pressure… until I realised that’s kind of the whole problem.In this episode, I’m talking about letting go of the January “glow-up” pressure, navigating a new era of the podcast alone, and why you don’t need to have your entire life figured out just because it’s a new year. After a year full of breakups — romantic and work — I’m reflecting on what I’ve learned, what I ignored, an...
2026-01-0123 minThe Break-Up DietIt’s the End of an Era… Ilma’s Leaving the PodIt’s officially the end of an era 😭In this episode, we’re closing out the year with zero holding back. We reflect on a year that felt like a collective purge — first breakups, divorces, career shifts, identity crises, and why it feels like everyone has been going through it. And yes… Ilma is leaving the pod ✈️🥺We talk about:Going through every type of breakup in one yearWhy 25 is the age where relationships suddenly feel seriousMaking up for lost pandemic years (hello 4am nights)Living in the present instead of falling in love with potentialNo co...
2025-12-2526 minThe Break-Up DietAre You Lonely or Just Cold? It’s Cuffing SeasonIt’s cold. London is dark by 4pm. Raya is suddenly popping off. Which can only mean one thing… it’s cuffing season ❄️💔In this episode, Yaz & Ilmz get painfully honest about winter situationships, temporary boyfriends, and the very real question: are you actually lonely — or are you just cold? From the intimacy of doing the food shop together to cosplaying a relationship that has absolutely no future, cuffing season has a way of blurring the lines between comfort and commitment.We talk about why winter flings hit harder than summer ones, how easy it is to confu...
2025-12-1823 minThe Break-Up DietI Loved Him So Much… I LOST Myself (ft. Holly Valentine)This week on The Break-Up Diet, we’re joined by Holly Valentine — the TikTok breakup girlie who turned her heartbreak into a full-blown community of women healing right alongside her.Holly gets real about the breakup that made her lose herself: the on-again-off-again chaos, the begging and bargaining phase she’s now emotionally allergic to, and the moment she hit rock bottom and said, “Right. I’m done.”She talks about blocking literally half her hometown, skydiving two weeks after getting dumped (because why cry when you can jump out of a plane?), walking for hou...
2025-12-1125 minThe Break-Up DietFrom ‘I Do’ to I’m Done. Marriage, Mess & MAFS UK with Steven SpringettThis week on The Break-Up Diet, we’re joined by Steven Springett from MAFS UK Season 10 and trust us, the drama did not end when the cameras stopped rolling. From marrying a complete stranger to surviving an edit that had everyone talking, plus Hinge chaos, hate DMs, and one breakup story so wild it sounds illegal… Steven is finally telling all.We dig into everything Season 10 didn’t show: the mess, the pressure, the off-camera conversations, and the therapy that followed. And yes — Steven shares the breakup moment that lives in our heads rent-free: the time he tried to re...
2025-12-0440 minThe Break-Up DietTell Me the Truth… Just Don’t Ruin Me.Is honesty actually the best policy in a breakup, or is it just the official excuse people use right before they emotionally drop-kick you? This week, we unpack the breakup truth spectrum — from the clarity you deserve to the chaos you definitely didn’t order.Ilma and I get into it: the difference between honesty and emotional sabotage, why some people romanticise closure like it’s a personality trait, and why the delivery of the truth can sometimes feel more villain-coded than the truth itself. We talk brutal timings, ego-fuelled confessions, shock-induced silence, and the breakup questi...
2025-11-2723 minThe Break-Up DietWhy You Keep Dating the Same Man in a Different Body ft. Jessica EllaThis week on The Break Up Diet, Yaz and Ilmz sit down with women’s trauma expert and author Jessica Ella to unpack the real reason your dating history looks like the same man copy pasted into different bodies.If you’ve ever said, “How do I keep ending up with this guy?” girl, this is your episode.Jessica breaks down why your brain (and your nervous system) gets hooked on people who feel “familiar”… even when “familiar” is actually toxic. We get into trauma bonds, attachment wounds, love bombing, anxious avoidant chaos, and why the “nice guy”...
2025-11-2028 minThe Break-Up DietCheating Isn’t a Mistake. It’s a Choice.Cheating isn’t a mistake. It’s a choice. And in this episode, Yaz and Ilma are saying what everyone’s thinking.From “once a cheater, always a cheater” debates to the FBI-level tactics girls use to catch them out (yes, we’re talking Uber reflections and memorising passcodes), this one gets personal, hilarious, and just a little bit savage.The girls unpack why people cheat. Is it boredom, lack of willpower, or just pure horniness? And what about the double standards that come with it? Why is it that when men cheat, it’s “just a...
2025-11-1325 minThe Break-Up DietYou’re Not Too Much. Stop Apologising for Being You with Hannah NorburnThis week on The Break-Up Diet, we’re joined by Hannah Norburn, the unforgettable firecracker from Married at First Sight UK Season 9.Hannah opens up about what it was really like to marry a stranger on national TV from being misunderstood and trolled, to navigating heartbreak and finding herself again. We talk about confidence, chaos, and the pressure women face to tone it down or be “likable.”She shares how she learned to rebuild her self-worth after public scrutiny, recognise gaslighting, and turn the toughest moments into her biggest glow-up yet. Expect raw honesty...
2025-11-0632 minThe Break-Up DietBury the Boy, Not Your Standards (It’s Ghosting Season)Spooky season is here and so are the ghosts!This week, Yazz and Ilmz are getting real about the modern-day plague: ghosting. Why people do it, when it’s fair, and when it’s just plain rude. From “hot matcha breath” dates to those tragic Monday-text-only men, the girls share their funniest and most brutal ghosting stories — plus some from you lot that are actually insane.They’re unpacking the icks, the vanishing acts, and the hard truth that sometimes silence really is the answer. But don’t worry — this isn’t a pity party. It’s your...
2025-10-3023 minThe Break-Up DietYou’re Two Breakups Away from Prime Minister. Dump Him. Do You. With Sophie Milner.They say every heartbreak hurts, but according to Sophie Milner, it also makes you hotter, happier, and maybe even Prime Minister material. 👑This week, Yaz and Ilmz sit down with content creator and certified It girl Sophie Milner to talk about the wild magic that happens after a breakup. From love bombing and “he wanted a dog, not a girlfriend” energy to finding yourself after losing someone else, Sophie shares why every split has made her stronger, sharper, and more successful.The girls chat about that viral TikTok moment where Sophie declared she is two brea...
2025-10-2324 minThe Break-Up DietShow Up. Shut Up. Here’s How to Support Your Friend Through a Breakup.What kind of friend are you when your bestie’s heart breaks? The fixer, the listener, or the one showing up with wine and a bad playlist?This week, Yaz and Ilmz unpack what being a really good friend after a breakup looks like because supporting someone through heartbreak isn’t as simple as sending a check-in text. They talk emotional first aid, reading the room before giving advice, and why sometimes sitting in silence says more than the perfect pep talk.From hyping her up on the hard days to helping her find h...
2025-10-1623 minThe Break-Up DietStop Waiting for Closure. Choose Yourself. Checking In with Ashleigh BerryWhat if the closure you’re waiting for isn’t theirs to give?This week, we sit down with Ashleigh Berry from Love Is Blind UK Season 2 for a raw and honest chat about heartbreak in the spotlight, healing in private, and the quiet courage it takes to choose yourself after a very public “no.”Ashleigh opens up about her journey with Billy, the man she married in the experiment, and what it was really like to relive their breakup on national TV. She shares how anniversaries can live in your body, the grounding rit...
2025-10-0932 minThe Break-Up DietOne Year Later… And We’re NOT the Same Girls 💔✨One year later… and we are NOT the same girls 💔✨. When we launched The Break-Up Diet, Yaz was in a relationship and Ilmz was caught up in a situationship. Fast forward 365 days, we’ve faced heartbreaks, career shake-ups, and glow-up moments we never saw coming. We barely recognise the girls who pressed record a year ago.The biggest lesson? Trust your gut. That little voice telling you something isn’t right is always spot on. Ignoring it kept us stuck but listening has been a total game-changer.In this anniversary episode, we’re spilling what...
2025-10-0229 minThe Break-Up DietSteal Back Your Sexy After a Breakup with Sex Therapist Christine RafeSo your heart’s been smashed and the thought of sex feels… impossible? We’ve been there. But what if getting back in touch with your pleasure was the key to actually healing? In this episode of The Break Up Diet, we’re joined by Lovehoney's sexologist and founder of Good Vibes Clinic, Christine Rafe, for our spiciest chat yet and trust us, it’s the post-breakup pep talk you didn’t know you needed.Christine gets real about why we slide back into toxic “Dick Sand” with our exes, how to spot if you’re chasing a rebound f...
2025-09-2526 minThe Break-Up DietDelete the Texts. Don’t Compare. How to Actually Heal Post-Breakup.Healing after heartbreak isn't just about surviving—it's about creating boundaries that protect your peace and rediscovering who you are beyond the relationship that ended. When we asked what content you wanted more of, the answer was clear: our Do's and Don'ts episodes resonated deeply. So we're back with fresh insights on the habits that help you heal versus those that keep you stuck in emotional limbo.First, let's talk about digital self-sabotage. Those late-night scrolling sessions through old texts searching for hidden meanings? They're not serving you. Neither is that secret folder of...
2025-09-1826 minThe Break-Up DietDivorce Isn’t Failure. It’s Your Reset Button with Arabella Paul.Think divorce = failure? Think again. 💔➡️✨ In this episode, we sit down with Divorce Survival Coach Arabella Paul, who proves that the end of a marriage isn’t the end of you—it’s the ultimate reset button.Arabella knows this journey firsthand. After her own divorce in 2020, she ditched the shame spiral and turned her pain into purpose, helping women just like you navigate the messy, emotional rollercoaster of separation. Forget overpaying your solicitor to listen to your feelings—Arabella’s here with actual tools that work.We get into:💌 Journaling hacks to sto...
2025-09-1132 minThe Break-Up DietTravel Alone. Glow Up. Thank Yourself Later. With Sabrina Vittoria.Sabrina Vittoria from Love Is Blind UK knows what it’s like to face heartbreak in the spotlight — and she’s here to share exactly how she turned pain into power. From panic attacks at press events to a full-blown glow-up, Sabrina opens up about the intentional healing practices that changed everything.In this episode, you’ll hear how:Solo travel became Sabrina’s ultimate breakup cure (with LA as her go-to “heartbreak destination”)Daily gratitude helped her stop spiraling and start thrivingUnconventional hacks like “squatting out” negative thoughts and the 4-4-4 breathing method rewired her mindsetHer thr...
2025-09-0429 minThe Break-Up DietDetach. Delete. Discover Who You Are Without Them.Ever caught your ex pretending your life was theirs? 👀 From stealing holiday photos for Instagram highlights to dating within your circle of friends, the breakup drama can get messy.In this episode of The Break-Up Diet, Yasmin & Ilma dive into:✨ Lifestyle theft and the audacity of exes✨ Awkward overlap when exes date your friends✨ The struggle of detaching when your brain still craves the familiar✨ First dates after breakups (tears, dread, and unexpected triggers)✨ How heartbreak actually teaches you confidence, boundaries & clarityThis isn’t just about the drama — it’s about taking your...
2025-08-2823 minThe Break-Up DietSabrina Kisseih: Stop Hiding. Start Healing. Breakups Aren’t Failures.In this episode, we sit down with Sabrina Kisseih, who faced heartbreak on every front—losing her mother and then her boyfriend just a week later. Sabrina shares her raw, honest journey of grief, self-discovery, and eventually finding a healthier, more fulfilling relationship.We talk about leaning on your girlfriends instead of a partner, recognizing red flags, breaking free from societal shame around breakups, and why endings can actually be opportunities for growth. Sabrina’s perspective will make you rethink what it means to heal, love, and rebuild your life on your own terms.Wh...
2025-08-2131 minThe Break-Up DietMaria from Love Is Blind UK: Don’t Settle for Less Than You Deserve.Maria Benkharmaz from Love Is Blind UK is here and she is NOT holding back. We get into everything — why she refuses to settle, how she deals with people judging her dating preferences, and the one question she asks herself when a guy’s behaviour feels off: “If you had a daughter, would you want her to put up with this?” (Spoiler: the answer is usually no).Maria spills on what it was really like filming Love Is Blind, the moments you didn’t see on screen, and the pressure to shrink yourself to make other peop...
2025-08-1428 minThe Break-Up DietStop Overthinking and Trust Your GutHave you ever noticed your body reacting strangely during a relationship that wasn't quite right? Those mysterious health issues might not be coincidental.We dive into the fascinating ways our bodies communicate relationship incompatibility before our minds catch up. From stress rashes and digestive problems to hair loss and constant illness, these physical reactions are powerful signals worth paying attention to. Most intriguingly, these symptoms often vanish immediately after a breakup, leading to the well-documented "post-breakup glow" that friends notice before you do.Your nervous system knows the score. That constant state of fight-or-flight, feeling...
2025-08-0724 minThe Break-Up DietDon’t Do This After a Breakup- Do This Instead ft. Lydia MaeBreakups hurt—there’s no way around it. But what if that pain is actually the catalyst for your biggest glow-up yet?In this raw and eye-opening episode, co-hosts Yaz and Ilmz sit down with breakup coach Lydia Mae, who shares the kind of real, no-BS advice that flips everything you thought you knew about heartbreak on its head. When Yaz opens up about still struggling to move on, Lydia offers a powerful reframe: those messy, tear-filled moments? They’re not setbacks—they’re your healing in motion.One of the most surprising takeaways? Lydia’s insight in...
2025-07-3130 minThe Break-Up DietGhosted by Your Bestie? Let's Play Friendship Breakup BingoFriendship breakups can hurt more than romantic ones because we expect our friends to be in our lives forever as bridesmaids and godparents to our children.• Seeing former friends posting with new friends can trigger identity crises and feelings of rejection• Awkward encounters with former friends can be uncomfortable, especially if confrontation occurs• Replaying conversations to figure out what went wrong is common after friendship breakups• Being the friend who always reaches out first can reveal one-sided relationships• Receiving messages from former close friends can bring back emotional memories• Looking through old photos and s...
2025-07-2423 minThe Break-Up DietRed Flag or Just an Ick?Ever caught yourself cringing at a text delay, a privacy screen, or yet another 3-minute voice note? 👀 In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into the world of red flags, pink flags, and the infamous ick — decoding what they actually mean, and why your gut might be trying to tell you something.We’re breaking down the difference between serious deal-breakers and petty turn-offs, exposing shady phone habits, and unpacking that weirdly common line: “You’re not like other girls” (ick, red flag, AND misogyny all in one?).Plus, we’re asking: Is refusing therapy a red flag now? A...
2025-07-1723 minThe Break-Up DietDon’t Settle. Don’t Stalk. Survive.The First Month Post-Breakup Is Hell.Ever found yourself obsessively checking your ex's "last seen" status at 2 AM or tracking their location through an app they forgot to disable? You're not alone. Breaking up in the digital age brings a whole new dimension to heartbreak, and we're diving headfirst into all the messy, embarrassing, and counterproductive mistakes we make during this vulnerable time.From stalking social media accounts to overanalyzing past conversations, we candidly share our own cringe-worthy post-breakup behaviours and why they're so hard to stop. We explore the psychology behind these patterns and discuss why the first month after a breakup...
2025-07-1028 minThe Break-Up DietDumped Before June, Glowing by July. Single Summer, Here We Come.There's something magical about going through a breakup just before summer. The sun shines brighter, days stretch longer, and suddenly you have this incredible opportunity to rediscover yourself without the shadows of winter making everything feel heavier than it already is.This episode dives into why summer breakups might actually be a blessing in disguise. We explore the stark contrast between healing during warmer months versus the challenging darkness of winter breakups, when family holiday gatherings and early sunsets can make loneliness feel inescapable. The physiological benefits of sunshine – including natural boosts to serotonin and dopamine – create an e...
2025-07-0325 minThe Break-Up DietTallia Storm Gets Real: “I Talk a Big Game… But I’m a Lover Girl”What happens when the baddie facade breaks down? Singer-songwriter Talia Storm joins us for a disarmingly honest conversation about the gap between her public persona and private desires. Known for her empowering anthems and unapologetic attitude, Talia reveals the vulnerable reality behind her confident image—she's actually yearning for genuine connection."I talk a big game," Talia admits, "but when I actually like someone, that wall of intimidation just shatters." This confession sparks a fascinating exploration of why so many of us hide our true desires behind carefully constructed personas. Having experienced her first serious relationship at 22 af...
2025-06-2635 minThe Break-Up DietI Blocked Him 3 Times This Week: Welcome to Breakup BingoEver wondered if your post-breakup behavior is normal or completely unhinged? This episode of The Breakup Diet might make you feel seen in ways you weren't expecting.We dive into the hilarious yet painfully relatable game of "Breakup Bingo" – checking off all the questionable things we do when relationships end. From the three-day crying marathons (where does all that liquid come from when you're not even drinking water?) to pretending to be over your ex while secretly stalking their social media, we're confessing it all.The discussion gets refreshingly honest as we explore why the "fa...
2025-06-1928 minThe Break-Up DietGirl Boss Era: Beauty, Breakups & Building an Empire with Joëlle RotsaertEver wondered what your face needs when your heart is broken? Beauty mogul Joelle Rotsart joins the Breakup Diet podcast to reveal the transformative power of self-care after heartbreak.Joelle takes us on her journey from fashion industry frustration to founding Injectable, a revolutionary aesthetics business built on dignity and innovation. With her plastic surgeon sister, she's created what she calls "the Netflix of injectables" - a subscription model for Botox that's changing the industry. But what truly sets her business apart is the focus on client well-being: complementary LED therapy, makeup stations for post-treatment touch-ups, and...
2025-06-1223 minThe Break-Up DietYou Know It’s Over When…Breaking up starts long before those final words are spoken. In this raw and revealing episode, we explore the undeniable signs that signal when a relationship has run its course - from communication breakdowns to fading admiration.We've all been there: making excuses for partners who miss birthdays, experiencing those uncomfortable silences, or feeling the subtle shift when you'd rather spend time with friends than your significant other. These aren't just bumps in the road; they're your intuition screaming that something fundamental has changed.What makes this conversation so powerful is our shared vulnerability. We...
2025-06-0527 minThe Break-Up DietShort Kings & Situationships: Why the Bare Minimum Hurts So Much with Hope FlynnHope Flynn, relationship expert and founder of the So What Community, joins us for a raw, unfiltered conversation about navigating the aftermath of relationships. Her remarkable insight comes not just from professional expertise, but from personal experience—including an on-again, off-again relationship that took eight years to fully end.We dive deep into the psychology of attachment, exploring why those brief "situationships" sometimes leave deeper scars than long-term partnerships. As Hope explains, it's those unresolved "what ifs" that keep us tethered to short-lived connections, while longer relationships often provide clearer closure because "you've tried everything."Th...
2025-05-2929 minThe Break-Up DietBreakup Do’s & Don’ts: Don’t Text Him, Do This InsteadBreakups change everything—your routines, your emotions, and even who you become afterward. But navigating this challenging transition doesn't have to be guesswork.With raw honesty and plenty of hard-earned wisdom, we dive into the essential do's and don'ts that can make or break your healing journey. From the temptation of "just one more" meetup (never worth it) to the liberation found in solo adventures (highly recommended), we're sharing what actually works and what leaves you stuck in emotional quicksand.Digital ties often keep us chained to the past. We explain why complete severance—blocking, dele...
2025-05-2233 minThe Break-Up DietHonesty Box’s Jacob Price Tells Us What Men Really Do After a Breakup … And It’s BrutalWhat happens behind closed doors when a man experiences heartbreak? Jacob Price, reality TV personality from the dating show "Honesty Box," pulls back the curtain on the male experience of breakups with refreshing candor and unexpected wisdom.From the initial "reckless phase" of excessive partying to the delayed emotional processing that follows, Jacob walks us through the distinctive stages of male heartbreak recovery. "We go and fuck ourselves over, then we regret it, and then it's too late," he admits with striking honesty. This emotional divergence from how women typically process breakups illuminates why miscommunication so often...
2025-05-1526 minThe Break-Up DietWe’ve Hit Rock Bottom – WTF Do We Do Now?Change hits differently when you're the one going through it. What starts as a casual catch-up between friends quickly transforms into a raw, unfiltered look at what happens when podcast hosts who talk about breakups suddenly find themselves living through their own relationship endings and career transitions.This episode pulls back the curtain on our most vulnerable moments – from violent crying sessions to stress-induced physical symptoms (yes, breakup nausea is real). We share the coping mechanisms keeping us afloat: shower crying rituals, the therapeutic power of unsent text messages, and how structured journaling provides unexpected clarity when em...
2025-05-0826 minThe Break-Up DietThe Truth About ‘Perfect’ Lives (and What No One’s Posting)Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the pressure to have the perfect life? The perfect job, relationship, apartment, savings account—and to somehow make it all look effortless?"Breaking Free from Perfectionism" tackles the impossible standards we set for ourselves and how these expectations intensify after significant life events like breakups. We explore how society gives you grace in your early twenties, but the moment you hit 25, suddenly there's pressure to have everything figured out—from career trajectories to marriage prospects.The conversation dives into social media's role in perpetuating perfectionism. Those picture-perfect relationships you see...
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