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  • The Downfall of Casual Sex With Couples Therapist Dene Logan
    Jul 18 2024

    Ready to uncover the truth about casual sex and reclaim your power? Tune in to get smarter in dating, reclaim your power and get back into your feminine goddess receiving energy. ✨


    TIMESTAMPS:


    First segment - Catch up with Violetta - 0:00 - 14:06

    Get ready to pee your pants with today’s segment! Violetta dives deep into her most bizarre seggs dream that was so weird, she had to ghost the guy in real life. Then, she reveals her totally foolproof (or not) method for kicking boys out of her house. Spoiler alert: It works 0 times every time!


    Second segment - Guest: Dene Logan - 14:07 -1:01:09

    Couple’s therapist, Dene Logan join Violetta to discuss:


    • TAKING YOUR POWER BACK
    • The perils of masculine and feminine wounded energy.
    • Why that "mothering" vibe is actually masculine energy.
    • The impact of energy exchange through sex and why casual flings might be more than you bargained for.
    • Navigating the energy of fear vs. the energy of love.
    • How loving how someone makes you feel isn't real love.
    • The sneaky traps of co-dependency.
    • The ultimate self-harm: falling in love with someone's potential.
    • chemistry vs. compatibility.
    • Tips to reclaim your feminine energy.


    Third segment - Benson Knows Best (answering YOUR questions) - 1:07:26 - 1:22:00

    • Dating a Manipulative Man: Why you should ditch the guy who's playing mind games.
    • Moving Past Guilt: Tips on self-compassion and letting go of past mistakes.
    • Being Liked but Not Pursued: Understanding why some men love the idea of you but don’t actually want to invest any time in you.
    • When’s the right time to break up
    • How to detach and get him to fall in love with YOU
    • Feeling Unloved: Why staying in a relationship where you feel unloved can do more harm than good.


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  • Love Island S6: Drama & Psychology Breakdown
    Jul 12 2024

    Privet besties!! Today we take a break from Violetta's Russian tough love and present you with a fun deep dive episode into the juicy world of Love Island US Season 6! We're spilling all the tea on the July 11th drama and everything that has unfolded up to it. We break down how we got here and unpack all the makeups and breakups from the psychology side of it all the way to their zodiac signs. Who’s vibing? Who’s clashing? And who will make it outside the villa?? Grab your popcorn because Violetta has got all the answers you've been looking for! 🌴✨


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  • How to Detach in 24 Hours
    Jul 6 2024

    When your man doesn’t value you, then he DESERVES to lose you. Want to teach him a lesson? Then tune In!

    Sometimes detaching doesn’t mean goodbye forever; it means giving yourself the time to figure out what you want and deserve. Today’s episode is for anyone who:

    • Needs to reassess their relationship and feelings.
    • Wants to wake up a partner who's taking them for granted.
    • Is ready to walk away from someone they love.
    • Needs help with anxiety and detaching from stress over uncontrollable outcomes.


    Let’s dive in.


    In this episode, Violetta covers:

    • The law of detachment.
    • 5 ways to detach.
    • 3 steps to go from needing him to him needing you.
    • How to rewire your anxious thoughts in one night.
    • The best pep talk you need to hear!


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  • How Men Fall In Love - A Step by Step Guide
    Jun 28 2024

    Ever wonder what really makes a man fall head over heels? Well, what if I told you it wasn't through your looks or even bedroom moves but instead it has to do with how much you PISS HIM OFF.


    Well... kinda.


    On today's episode we cover:

    • The Love Hormones: Women have oxytocin, the love hormone released during sex and cuddling. Men? They have vasopressin, their “monogamy hormone,” which kicks in when you stress him out!
    • Stress Him Out: Discover why a little stress is good for making your man fall for you.
    • Triggering Love: Learn about the stress hormones in men and how to activate them to your advantage.
    • Stages of Love: Uncover the three stages of how a man falls in love.
    • When Men Pull Away: Find out the real reason men disappear when things are going so well and what you can do about it.
    • Love Psychology: Dive into the psychology of love with 8 actionable tips to win his heart.


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    Tune in and get the scoop on how to master the art of love – scientifically and cheekily! 💘🧬

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  • Date Smarter, Not Harder: 9 Game-Changing Rules
    Jun 23 2024

    Ready to flip the dating game on its head? 🔄 In this episode of Almost Adulting, I dive into the 9 game-changing rules that transformed my dating life from a stress-fest to a worry-free zone! Whether it's saying 'yes' when you'd usually say 'no' or learning the fine art of flying solo, these tips are your new dating playbook. Tune in to discover why talking to multiple men isn't just fun—it's essential, and why waiting for sex could be the best move you make. Get ready, because it's time to master the dating game the Violet Benson way!!

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  • Do You Think I'm Special? The Price of Perfectionism & Betrayal with Kaitlyn Bristowe
    Jun 13 2024

    Ever been told you're special as a kid and now you're a hot mess of perfectionism and OCD? Welcome to the club! In this laugh-out-loud yet deeply relatable episode, Violet Benson gets real with Kaitlyn Bristowe about the rollercoaster ride of wanting to be chosen, fear of aging, and betrayal.


    In today's episode, we discuss:


    • The Upsides and Downslides of Being Told You're Special as a kid: What it looks like as an adult in your relationships and work.
    • Body Dysmorphia & Fear of Aging: Attaching worth to looks and struggling with the inevitable.
    • Perfectionism & OCD: The constant battle for everything to be 'just right.'
    • Mummy Issues: Deep dives into childhood wounds
    • The Hoffman Process: A therapy treatment that you might want to consider
    • Competitiveness with Your Partner: What's missing?
    • Relationship Betrayals: Kaitlyn spills never before discussed tea on her past relationship(s), why she felt betrayed, and the fears that linger on.

    And so much more. Listen now for a mix of laughs, insights, and 'aha' moments!


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  • 10 Things Emotionally Healthy People Do
    Jun 11 2024

    In this episode, Violetta gives you the "dummy'' guide to emotional intelligence by sharing some insight from Brianna Wiest's 101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think. Get ready for some tough love and practical wisdom to boost your emotional intelligence.


    What You'll Learn:

    • Embrace Pain: Why avoiding pain is holding you back and how to let it flow through and pass.
    • Pain’s Role in Happiness: Discover why pain is necessary for true happiness and personal growth.
    • Emotional Health Hacks: The ten things emotionally healthy people do that you can start doing today.
    • Feelings vs. Thoughts: The difference between how you feel and how you think you feel.
    • Pain and Happiness Connection: Understand why you need to accept pain to achieve happiness.
    • Hedonistic Treadmill: Why constantly trying to change your life doesn’t always make you happier and how to deal with it.


    This episode is packed with insights that will help you understand and manage your emotions better, leading to a happier, more fulfilling life. Don't miss out on this thought-provoking episode and start your journey to emotional health and happiness.


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  • What He WON'T Tell You
    Jun 6 2024

    Hey Besties! Today, we’re diving into some of Violetta's favourite attraction principles from the ultimate dating bible - Why Men Love Bitches!


    Ever wondered if there was any truth to men knowing right off the bat if they want to date you or just sleep with you? well guess what, there is! Today we uncover all the truths men DON'T want you to know, including the two categories men put women into and how you can navigate these to not only snag your dream man but also transform into that irresistible dream girl.

    In this episode, we break down:

    • The two categories of women in men's minds
    • Key attraction principles you need to know
    • How to become his dream girl and get your dream man
    • What men don’t want women to know
    • Two things women does to make a man madly in love with her
    • How long should you wait before having s*x
    • how to snag your dream man
    • Sometimes A Man Deliberately Won’t Call Just To See How You Respond
    • Act Like a Price and You’ll Turn Him Into a Believer
    • and so much more!!!


    Tune in and transform your love life!

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