Mer On Air

Can You Really Decenter Men?


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In this episode, Meredith takes a deep dive into one of the most viral conversations online — decentering men and dating. She challenges the trendy self-help mantra that women can completely remove men and romance from their lives, especially if they still desire connection, partnership, or intimacy in the future.

 

Through honest self-reflection, Meredith opens up about her own experience living alone, being single, and realizing that celibacy and independence don’t necessarily mean she’s truly “decentered” men. She discusses how society’s messaging — from “Sex and the City” to TikTok creators — shapes how women view independence, loneliness, and desire, and why it’s okay to still want love while working on yourself.

 

Expect a raw, relatable take on:

 

  • The difference between being single vs. decentering men
  • How “healing eras” can still revolve around the hope of future love
  • The shame women feel for wanting romantic connection
  • Why overcorrecting toward hyper-independence can backfire
  • And a candid story about ghosting, closure, and the need for human connection
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    This episode is for anyone navigating singlehood, self-growth, and the gray area between empowerment and emotional honesty.

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    Mer On AirBy mklenkel