Vic recently experienced a pivotal unlock in therapy about her core beliefs and how her perfectionism is holding her back. In this chaotic life update, she shares how her therapist guided her to this newfound perspective and how she’s implementing systems and practices to help her reduce stress and anxiety, and quell her perfectionistic tendencies. She gives recent examples from working with Max and her team to illustrate how her ideas of success and internal sense of urgency may work to her advantage and disadvantage at times, and the changes she has made to invite more peace and happiness into her life. If you are in a funk or struggle with perfectionism, this episode is for you!Sponsors:Zitsticka: ZitSticka is offering listeners 30% off its best-selling patches on Amazon with codeP ATCHES30.AG1: www.drinkAG1.com/realpodManukora: Head to MANUKORA.com/REALPOD to get $25 off the Starter Kit.Cozy Earth: Go to cozyearth.com/realpod and use code REALPOD for an exclusive discount for up to 40% off!Bobbi Brown: Lainey's favorite gloss! See more of the campaign and discover your perfect shade of Weightless Skin Foundation at BobbiBrown.com.Produced by Dear MediaThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Looking for love as The Bachelorette, while unconventional, is exactly what Jenn Tran needed to break toxic dating patterns and relearn how to trust her gut instincts. In this episode, Jenn opens up about her journey from growing up as a first-generation Vietnamese immigrant to studying medicine to navigating the highs and lows of being the first Asian Bachelorette. Jenn shares the challenges and perspective-shifting gifts of her upbringing, opening up about the coping mechanisms she's unlearning and the power of therapy in healing generational trauma. Discover how she handles social media criticism as she steps into the role of a public figure and the unexpected lessons she learned from dating 25 men at once. Plus, Vic and Jenn bond over being Swifties! Tune in to get a sneak peek into what we can expect from the rest of her season and what’s next for Jenn after the show. #bachelornationInstagram: @jenntranxSponsors:BetterHelp: www.betterhelp.com/realpodLMNT: www.drinkLMNT.com/realpodCozy Earth: www.cozyearth.com/realpod code REALPOD for 40% offProduced by Dear MediaThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It’s time to enter your decluttering era! Today, Victoria shares her seven tips for decluttering your space and feeling more peace at home. Drawing from her personal experience with this game-changing lifestyle shift, Vic gives her advice on how to get the energy and motivation to declutter your space, how to reimagine what works best for your lifestyle and the impact it can have on your mental health. She shares how to get started, how to get organized, and how to let go of sentimental items you may not realistically need anymore. Sometimes you need a best friend to hype you up and be by your side through the process, and that’s exactly the energy and guidance you’re getting from Vic in this episode. Get ready to reclaim your peace and your space, because once you go to the decluttered life, you don't really look back!TikTok: @thebartahouseWe love you and we think you'll love our sponsors!AG1: Get your nutrients without thinking about it! www.drinkAG1.com/realpodOur Place: Declutter your kitchen with the Our Place Wonder Oven! www.fromourplace.com code REALPOD for 10% off.Manukora: Head to Manukora.com/REALPOD to get $25 off the Starter Kit, which comes with an MGO 850+ Manuka Honey jar, 5 honey travel sticks, a wooden spoon, and a guidebook.Produced by Dear MediaThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Star of Netflix’s America’s Sweetheart and Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader Victoria Kalina is opening up about her mental health and body image journey. Victoria is known and beloved for being vulnerable and opening up about the pressures of perfection in one of the world’s most iconic cheerleading organizations in the new documentary series. In this conversation, she shares what led to her mental health break, how she’s navigated her eating disorder, the most profound takeaways she’s had in therapy and her brave decision to leave DCC behind before her final fifth year. She also sets the record straight on *that birthday party* and her relationship with her teammates. Victoria’s a shining example of being your real self versus your filter side, inspiring others to live authentically. Can’t wait to see what she does next? Tune in to hear how Victoria is doing now that she’s starting a new chapter in New York City and the new goals she’s currently pursuing! One thing’s for sure: her future is very bright.Instagram: @victoriakalinaSponsors:BetterHelp: Vic and Victoria are both firm believers in finding the right therapist - BetterHelp lets you do so by changing therapists at no extra cost! www.betterhelp.com/realpod Quince: www.quince.com/realpodAG1: www.drinkag1.com/realpodEquip: www.equip.health/realpodProduced by Dear MediaThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Beach volleyball World Champions Sara Hughes and Kelly Cheng are sharing what it’s like preparing for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games! From how they’re processing this huge milestone in their careers to the key ingredients that make up their winning partnership, Sara and Kelly give incredible insight and advice on how to navigate wins and losses. The queens of the court share how they manage moments of high stress and anxiety as professional athletes, and how they’re learning to be proud of themselves and stay in the moment no matter what. Tune in to peek inside the minds of a dream team crushing goals on an Olympic scale. Go Team USA! Sara’s Instagram: @sarahughesbeachKelly’s Instagram: @kellychengSponsors:AG1: www.drinkAG1.com/realpod code REALPODQuince: www.quince.com/realpodProduced by Dear MediaThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Drew Afualo, TikTok's advocate for women's rights, gives advice on toxic relationships, handling public exposure, and combating misogyny. She shares insights on self-worth, therapy, and empowering others. Don't settle for less in life!

Are you a recovering perfectionist or interested in healing patterns that no longer serve you? This week we’re chatting with Yasmine Cheyenne, author, wellness expert, and speaker dedicated to helping people live their best lives. In this episode, Yasmine dives into lessons from her new book "Wisdom of the Path" and shares how to choose yourself, let go of perfectionism, and find freedom. She talks about overcoming comparison, embracing vulnerability, and making room for both healthy drive and self-care. Yasmine also gives tips on handling overworking habits and managing relationships with people in your life who aren’t accepting of the healed version of you. Tune in for a vulnerable, relatable convo that’ll leave you feeling empowered to think about your patterns and habits, and hopefully move forward to the person you want to be.Website: yasminecheyenne.comInstagram: @yasminecheyenneRead: Wisdom of the Path by Yasmine CheyenneRead: The Sugar Jar by Yasmine CheyenneSponsors:AG1: www.drinkAG1.com/realpodEquip Health: www.equip.healthCozy Earth www.cozyearth.com code REALPODOur Place www.fromourplace.com code REALPODProduced by Dear MediaThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Molly Carlson is a professional high diver, mental health and body image advocate, and CEO of Brave Gang. As a member of Canada's senior national high diving team, she placed second in the 2022 and 2023 Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series. In this episode, Molly and Vic dive into overcoming performance anxiety, managing pressures as a pro athlete and influencer, and balancing ambitious goals with celebrating successes. Molly opens up about her struggles with body image and mental health, her near departure from diving after not making the Canadian Olympic team, and the importance of authenticity in gaining confidence. She also discusses why fear is necessary for success and how to translate bravery into everyday life. Tune in for Molly’s inspiring story of pushing mental boundaries, embracing vulnerability, and navigating the highs and lows of being a pro extreme sport athlete!TikTok: @mollycarlsonWebsite: mollycarlsonofficial.comInstagram: @mollycarlson1Sponsors:BetterHelp: www.betterhelp.com/realpod for 10% off your first month!LMNT: www.drinkLMNT.com/realpodCozy Earth: www.cozyearth.com code REALPOD for up to 30% off!AG1: www.drinkAG1.com/realpodProduced by Dear MediaThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome the newest fiances on the block: Aubrey and Wood! In this post-engagement recap, Vic and Max’s besties share the story of their unforgettable proposal. They give details on how Wood meticulously planned every detail (with Vic’s assistance) to meet Aubrey’s wishes while keeping her completely in the dark about the timing. Then, get the play-by-play of the magical engagement day; including the moment Wood proposed, Aubrey’s reaction, the surprise engagement party, and afterparty highlights! They also share how they’re processing their unexpected TikTok virality, post-engagement attention, and embracing their new roles as bride and groom-to-be! Tune in to celebrate your new favorite engaged couple and hear what's next for the future Woods!Follow on Instagram: @aubreygavello and @alex.wooodFollow on TikTok: @aubreygavelloSponsors:AG1: www.drinkAG1.com/realpodQuince: www.quince.com/realpodEquip Health: www.equip.health/realpodProse: prose.com/realpodProduced by Dear MediaThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Everyone's favorite entrepreneur turned no-bullshit dating coach Sabrina Zohar is here to drop some major truth bombs about what many people are getting wrong in relationships by playing games and avoiding the real work. Sabrina shares insights from her own dating journey and mistakes from her anxiety-filled past that opened the door to recognizing the inner work she had to do to heal from toxic patterns and fully be herself in a relationship. Now she’s sharing her hard earned wisdom with all of us, challenging modern dating norms and replacing unrealistic expectations with science-backed advice, while Vic adds insights from her and Max’s dating history and relationship learnings. Tune in to get a reality check on what truly matters in modern dating and how to grow in and out of your relationship.Website: sabrinazohar.comInstagram: @sabrina.zoharTikTok: @sabrina.zoharPodcast: Do the WorkSponsors:Nike: www.nike.comLMNT: www.drinkLMNT.com/REALPODCozy Earth: www.cozyearth.comBetterHelp: www.betterhelp.com/realpod for 10% off your first month of therapy!Produced by Dear MediaThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.