Dear MK

Dear MK

By Mya KermelewiczSociety & CultureRelationships
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Dear MK episodes

  • Opening Up: New Relation(or situation)ships

    This week, Mya talks about the moment she realized she was actually in a HEALTHY relationship and all the fears and emotions she felt at that time. The Ask MK segment is all over the place this episode including these topics:

    • bringing old toxic habits into new relationships
    • what should be a norm vs. what we expect
    • friendships during abusive relationships
    • REBOUNDS & “control”
    • CHEATING boyfriend stories!

      • Make sure you write or call into us to be featured on the pod!

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      47 min
    • Safe Space Interviews (1): Owning Your Sexuality

      A safe space for vulnerable conversations, collective strength & healed stories. In this segment MK conducts interviews that focus on deconstructing trauma, rebuilding the self, and healing together.

      Welcome Maddie to Dear MK's first episode in our new segment, safe space interviews. In this episode we discuss:

      • Maddie's Coming Out / Being Outed Story
      • Dating In Secret "007"
      • Owning Your Truth & Accepting Yourself
      • Toxic / Crazy Relationship Stories
      • Niche Lesbian Community "Webs"



        • 53 min
      • New Year New Dating Success

        We're welcoming you into 2024 with intentions to focus on finding, forming, or maintaining healthy relationships! Mya talks you through creating a list of non-negotiables and red flags to set yourself up for success this dating season. List of topics include:

        • New years resolutions being BS
        • Red & green flags (your write ins!)
        • Non-negotiables
        • Crazy date stories


          • Be sure to call or write in with your stories for the upcoming weeks!

          Check out our socials! https://linktr.ee/myakermelewicz

          52 min
        • Dating Yourself

          What better way to end the year than by talking about self-love and confidence? We're hoping this episode encourages you to begin your self-love journey in 2024. Topics included:

          • How to Feel Confident
          • How to Be Intentional
          • Using Love Languages to Your Benefit
          • Curving Social Anxieties
          • Ideas for Solo Dates

            • Check out our socials & self-love class! https://linktr.ee/myakermelewicz

            34 min
          • Understanding Triggers

            On this week's episode Mya dives deep into triggers, and gives some tips for surviving the holidays. The Ask MK segment discusses relationship and trigger questions, where Mya and K are able to share their personal experiences. Topics include:

            • Explaining Triggers & PTSD Symptoms
            • Mental Health Tool Box for Holidays
            • How to Cope With Triggers (Single & Relationships)
            • Sexytime Advice & Safewords
            • How To Help Your Partner Cope With Triggers

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              41 min
            • Ending The Toxic Cycle

              This week Mya explains what toxic cycling is, the 'basic' science behind why toxic relationships are addictive, and our experiences with this. Ask MK dives into the following:

              • Reasons why people stay in unhealthy relationships
              • Creating safety plans
              • Sharing people's stories and experiences with this
              • What good & bad days look like in healthy v unhealthy relationships
                • 40 min
              • The Post Break Up Scaries

                This week Mya discusses the post breakup "scaries" we've all experienced in one way or another. The late nights, dark thoughts, spiraling memories, and more. Ask MK dives into topics including:

                • When the scaries hit
                • Nightmares & stalkers
                • Seeing your ex and coping
                • Creating safe spaces
                  • 38 min
                • Finding YOU Again

                  This week Mya discusses finding yourself again through multiple therapeutic avenues (mentally, physically, spiritually) giving you hope that you will become an even stronger person than you were before. In the Ask MK segment Mya and K share their personal stories of past relationships and NOT having their self-care be valued and respected. Topics include:

                  • Ways to promote healing
                  • Types of therapy
                  • Mental disorders
                  • Past relationship drama/trauma
                  • Stop "Girl Dinners" (they're snacks!)
                    • 53 min
                  • Your Brain Post Trauma

                    This week Mya discusses the 'basic' science behind your brain post trauma, so that you never have to feel alone or misunderstood when you've "changed." Ask MK dives into silly scenarios around our OCD tendencies and anxieties, exposing the hard truths and while also making ourselves laugh! Topics include:

                    • the "new" you
                    • OCD/Anxiety/Depression
                    • exposure therapy & new tendencies
                    • very niche and funny stories


                      • 48 min
                    • Speaking Your Truth

                      This week Mya discusses the simple ways to support survivors and the experiences they may face when sharing their stories for the first time. Ask MK dives into scenarios surrounding these topics.


                      • why people don’t report or speak up about their abuse
                      • what to say to a survivor 
                      • always believe!
                      • physical vs. emotional pressures
                      • stigmas
                      • getting the help you need


                        • Write or call in to be featured in our episodes!

                        https://linktr.ee/myakermelewicz

                        47 min

                      About Dear MK

                      From the publisher's feed

                      Welcome to Dear MK, a safe and empowering space for survivors, allies, and anyone looking to learn, heal, and connect. We’re here to share real stories, amplify survivor voices, and remind you that you’re never alone. Whether you’re grieving the past, finding inspiration for your healing journey, or just looking for a place to laugh through the pain, we’ve got you. We dive deep into topics like dating violence, sexual assault, mental health, relationships, and recovery— sometimes sprinkling in celebrity gossip!