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Eat Your Heart OutSurviving Your First Heartbreak (and What It Teaches You)We've all been there, whether it was a romantic or platonic relationship. Things come to an end, and it hurts like it's truly the end of the world. That's why, this week, we share our first big heartbreaks, how we healed then and now, and how we can best be there for each other when our friends go through their own break-ups. We talk: ✂️ Are "clean breaks" possible?👯♂️ Why we're meant to be of service to each other in hard times🏅 Is there a winner and a loser during a break-up?❤️🩹 When to go back to an ex — if ever...
2025-11-0959 minEat Your Heart OutComing Out Later in Life: Navigating Queer Dating, Love, and Self-DiscoveryThis week, we chat with the fabulous Sarah Anne Dasilva about her journey of self-discovery, coming out later in life, and the challenges and joys that come with it. We touch on a whole lot, including getting over heartbreak, the difficulty of dating men, societal expectations, and the importance of communication in relationships. As with any conversation about coming out later, we also discuss the grief of missed experiences, and the empowerment of women in redefining their needs and desires in romantic connections. We talk: 🥰 The importance of self-compassion💥 Feeling insecurity when it comes to new relations...
2025-11-0157 minEat Your Heart OutFat Sex 101: Positions, Pleasure, and Asking for What You WantDid you know it's possible to be flexible beyond the physical? Well, this week, we get into it with the amazing @FlexWithVera, who chats with us about how to get holistic with your body, learn what it wants and needs, including how to build confidence in the bedroom, no matter your shape or size. We talk: 📍 Discovering how to listen to your body💥 The biggest misconceptions around fat bodies and sex✂️ A few essential belly-friendly stretches and positions to try🤝 How to advocate for yourself in the bedroomCome back every Friday for new episodes...
2025-10-2557 minEat Your Heart OutTherapy 101, 'Cause The Group Chat Won't Fix YouTherapy is great, allegedly (lol). But how do you find the right therapist for you? How do you know what to talk about? How do you even know you NEED therapy? In today’s episode, we’re talking all things THERAPY in hopes of demystifying this often very expensive self-care activity that is equal parts rewarding as it can be absolutely terrifying—especially if you’ve never done it before. We talk: 📜 Our personal therapy origin stories 📍 How to find the right therapist for you 💥 What to do when you disagree with your therapist ✂️ When to cut ties and move on...
2025-10-1149 minEat Your Heart OutFriendship Breakups: Why They Hurt, How to Heal, and Being a Better FriendFriendship is supposed to be “easy,” right? Not exactly. In this episode, we dig into the messy, complicated world of platonic love: why friendship breakups can feel just as devastating as romantic ones, what makes friendships end, and how to be a better friend in adulthood. We share personal stories, cultural blind spots, and practical ways to show up for the people you love. From handling the guilt of drifting apart to deciding when repair is worth it, we’re cutting through the black-and-white thinking that too often surrounds friendship. In this episode, we cover: 💔 Why we don’...
2025-10-0342 minEat Your Heart OutDo We Even LIKE Weddings? A Single Guest’s Survival GuideIf you’ve ever dreaded sitting at the singles table or felt the sting of shelling out for a gift solo, this episode is for you. We’re unpacking what weddings look like when you’re not part of a couple, asking whether gendered traditions need to die, and sharing our best (and worst) experiences as single guests. Bonus: Would You Rather, wedding guest edition.😬 Performing “coupledom” when you’re flying solo 🪑 Singles table horror stories ➕1 Etiquette 💸 Splitting group gifts when you don’t have a partner 🙄 Peak heteronormativity in wedding traditions 🥂 Advice for couples to be mindful of...
2025-09-2051 minEat Your Heart OutUnpacking Comp Het (a.k.a. Compulsory Heterosexuality): Desire, Obligation, and IdentityThis week, we dive into the concept of compulsory heterosexuality—or “comp het”—and explore how it shapes our understanding of attraction, relationships, and identity. Coined by poet and theorist Adrienne Rich, comp het describes the ways society pressures people to perform heterosexuality regardless of their true desires. We break down where the term comes from, and how it continues to show up in culture today. From media portrayals, to family and community expectations, to those confusing moments when you’re not sure if you’re attracted to someone or just conditioned to believe you should be, comp het can be hard...
2025-09-1247 minEat Your Heart OutWe're On A Break (The Good Kind!)You might have noticed we're taking a little pause, but don't worry, we'll be back by the end of the summer!In the meantime, revisit some of our previous episodes, and don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and follow us for more:Email us: eaturheartoutpod@gmail.com Follow us: Instagram, TikTokEmail us: eaturheartoutpod@gmail.com Follow Meaghan: Instagram, TikTokFollow Sadaf: Instagram, Twitter/X
2025-07-1801 minEat Your Heart OutSex, Satire, and Sabrina Carpenter’s Album CoverIf you haven't been dissecting (or lusting!) over Sabrina Carpenter's new album cover (linked below), then where have you been, loca?! It's got everyone talking, so we had to talk about it. From whether or not it's effective satire to how effective it is as kink representation to how some women are held to higher standards, we have a lot to say. We also dig into: 😓 How all of this is a cycle, and we will be having the same conversations forever🫦 Some of us like to be subs, okay!💦 The lack of understanding when it comes t...
2025-06-2040 minEat Your Heart OutWho Pays on a Date? Navigating Finances (and Insecurity) in Your RelationshipsTalking about money with your partner can feel awkward, tense or even taboo—but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode, we unpack the most heated financial debates couples face, from splitting the bill on the first date to dealing with income imbalances. Whether you’re just starting out or have been together for years, or even if you're just friends, we share practical tips, our own experiences, and a little research to expand on why this matters and why you gotta be talking about it. We dig into: 💰 Why is money and dating still such a spi...
2025-06-0650 minEat Your Heart OutDoes Divorce Deserve a Rebrand? A Reexamination with Haley MlotekIf we look back at the long and varied history behind divorce and marriage, what do they really stand for? And who benefits more — men or women? In this episode, we dive deep into the institution with journalist and author Haley Mlotek on the occasion of her new book, No Fault: A Memoir of Romance & Divorce. Whether or not you've been there before, it'll ring true when it comes to everything from societal expectations to what we really want and need from relationships. We talk about: ⏳ The hidden histories behind commitment💰 Is marriage just a business arrangem...
2025-05-3050 minEat Your Heart OutAlways the Single Friend? The Grief (and Joy) No One Talks AboutWhat does it really feel like to always be the single friend? The plus-one to everyone else’s milestones? In this episode, we’re getting honest about the grief, freedom, envy and unexpected joy that come with being the chronically single friend, surrounded by couples. If you’ve ever felt left behind, left out, or like you're the only one still figuring it out — this one’s for you. We talk about: 💔 Navigating loneliness and social pressure in a coupled-up world ⏳ Why singledom isn’t a “waiting room” for love 🪞 Grieving the life you thought you'd have — while still bu...
2025-05-2347 minEat Your Heart OutWelcome!We're so thrilled to kick off Eat Your Heart Out! In our first episode, we introduce ourselves to you (maybe with a little too much TMI? But we don't believe in TMI!). Here's the gist: From debunking myths about traditional romance to redefining friendship and intimacy, we're here to cut through societal expectations, rewrite the rules of connection, and make room for what really matters.You can catch new episodes every Friday, email us any feedback below, and follow us for more. Talk to you next week!Email us: eaturheartoutpod@gmail.comInstagram: @eaturheartoutpod
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