Young Love Lost in a Mean Girl Haze
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07/10/24 • 52 min
In this episode, Behk and LAH sit down with their friend, Charlie, who found herself in a web of toxic friendships and in a marriage with a woman growing in the opposite direction. Married in their twenties, our protagonist and her spouse began to drift apart as the pressures of maintaining a certain lifestyle mounted. Surrounded by a friend group that could be cast in a real-life "Mean Girls" saga, she struggled to meet her partner’s ever-growing demands, all while never receiving the basic love and affection she so desperately needed.
Topics Discussed:- Meet Charlie
- Young Love
- Lifestyle Pressures
- Mean Girl Friendships
- Importance of Self-Worth & Authenticity
- Healing and Growing toward a Better Future
Join Behk and LAH as they explore the emotional turmoil of trying to please everyone in a world where mean girls reign supreme. They’ll discuss the impact of toxic friendships on romantic relationships and the heartbreaking journey of seeking validation and love from someone who can’t or won’t provide it. This episode sheds light on the difficult balance between external pressures and internal desires, and the painful reality of love lost in a mean girl haze.
Tune in for a raw and relatable discussion that underscores the importance of self-worth and the courage to break free from toxic ties to heal and grow positively.
We believe in the importance of sharing stories and talking about trauma. All stories are shared anonymously for privacy and respect, and no names or descriptive details are included.
Content Warning: This episode discusses various forms of toxic abuse, infidelity, and any topics that may disturb some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.
We are not doctors or therapists; you should not take our opinions as medical advice.
Have a story you would like to share? Please fill out our form.
Hosts: Behk & LAH
Follow us on Instagram + Facebook @ngcompod
Production & Design: LAHarden
Music: No Reason Why by Anchor
Get bonus content on PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, Behk and LAH sit down with their friend, Charlie, who found herself in a web of toxic friendships and in a marriage with a woman growing in the opposite direction. Married in their twenties, our protagonist and her spouse began to drift apart as the pressures of maintaining a certain lifestyle mounted. Surrounded by a friend group that could be cast in a real-life "Mean Girls" saga, she struggled to meet her partner’s ever-growing demands, all while never receiving the basic love and affection she so desperately needed.
Topics Discussed:- Meet Charlie
- Young Love
- Lifestyle Pressures
- Mean Girl Friendships
- Importance of Self-Worth & Authenticity
- Healing and Growing toward a Better Future
Join Behk and LAH as they explore the emotional turmoil of trying to please everyone in a world where mean girls reign supreme. They’ll discuss the impact of toxic friendships on romantic relationships and the heartbreaking journey of seeking validation and love from someone who can’t or won’t provide it. This episode sheds light on the difficult balance between external pressures and internal desires, and the painful reality of love lost in a mean girl haze.
Tune in for a raw and relatable discussion that underscores the importance of self-worth and the courage to break free from toxic ties to heal and grow positively.
We believe in the importance of sharing stories and talking about trauma. All stories are shared anonymously for privacy and respect, and no names or descriptive details are included.
Content Warning: This episode discusses various forms of toxic abuse, infidelity, and any topics that may disturb some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.
We are not doctors or therapists; you should not take our opinions as medical advice.
Have a story you would like to share? Please fill out our form.
Hosts: Behk & LAH
Follow us on Instagram + Facebook @ngcompod
Production & Design: LAHarden
Music: No Reason Why by Anchor
Get bonus content on PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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We believe in the importance of sharing stories and talking about trauma. All stories are shared anonymously for privacy and respect, and no names or descriptive details are included.
Content Warning: This episode discusses various forms of toxic abuse, alcoholism, drug addiction, child neglect, child molestation, and any topics that may disturb some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.
We are not doctors or therapists; you should not take our opinions as medical advice.
Have a story you would like to share? Please fill out our form.
Hosts: Behk & LAH
Follow us on Instagram + Facebook @ngcompod
Production & Design: LAHarden
Music: No Reason Why by Anchor
Get bonus content on PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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We are not doctors or therapists; you should not take our opinions as medical advice.
Have a story you would like to share? Please fill out our form.
Hosts: Behk & LAH
Follow us on Instagram + Facebook @ngcompod
Production & Design: LAHarden
Music: No Reason Why by Anchor
Get bonus content on PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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