I am my best friend

TW: mentioning of sexual violence, non-consensual acts, rape porn, child porn, incest 

Most of us watch and still do not dare to talk about it: Of course, today's episode is all about porn. Porn is an absolute taboo in our society and is very negatively connotated: It distorts our body image, it does not represent reality and it supports unethical content. But what if porn also had some positive sides to it? Can we use porn as a safe space to explore our sexuality, or to be fully in control of our own sexuality? 

All it takes is talking openly about porn to teenagers and adolescents and drawing a clear line between porn and real-life sex. We need to destigmatize porn as a society to ensure ethical content and ethical working conditions for sex workers. Porn is not going anywhere, so let's start rethinking our preconceptions about it. 

I am finally back and more ready than ever! In this episode, I open up about my breakup after a 2-year relationship and my Tinder experiences after the breakup. I can't say I have done it all, but I definitely have a lot to tell. From absolute tinder fails, to finding besties on dating apps and feeling empty after hooking up. All I can say is: it is a funnn episode x

Share your dating app experiences with me on Insta: @iammybestfriend.podcast <3

TW: suicide, suicidal thoughts, depression

Happy Tuesday y'all!

I am finally back with a new episode, and to make up for the lack of episodes, this one is extra long!!! In this episode, I talk to Sihaam, an Austrian-Somali high school student. We discuss everything from mental health, to cultural stigmata, to how the Austrian school system deals with mental health. 

Let me know how you liked this episode and answer the poll if you'd like :)

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Check out Sihaam on Instagram: @iamsihaam

TW: Eating disorders, fat shaming, fatphobia, body dysmorphia, self-criticism

Happiest of Mondays to everyone!!! I am back with a new episode, and this time it is part 2 of my talk with Cristina (aka @Im.pacta on Instagram)! I am so excited for you to listen to what she has to share in this episode - she really teaches us key things about accepting our bodies the way they are. 

Check out Cristina on Instagram: @Im.pacta

DM me if you need anything: @iammybestfriend.podcast

TW: Eating disorders, Fat shaming, Fatphobia, body dysmporohia, self-criticism

Happy Tuesday everyone!!

Yep, I have taken a quick break from uploading podcasts because I have been recording so many new and exciting episodes with guests!!! So, stay tuned!!! 

Today, me and Cristina (aka known as @im.pacta on Instagram) talk about her experience with an eating disorder. She is an incredibly inspiring person and has so much to say not only about eating disorders, but also about self-love and self-care. Definitely worth a listen! 

This is part 1 of 2-episode series, so come back next week for part 2!!!

Check out Cristina on Instagram: @Im.pacta

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Happy 2022, everyone!!!

Today's episode is about intention setting - perfect for the new year. But instead of mindlessly trying to stick to unachievable resolutions, I suggest you take a more mindful and spiritual approach to intention setting. So, forget about the idea of new year's resolutions and start intentionally changing habits and patterns which are holding you back in life. 

I wish everyone an amazing year full of love, health and happiness. 

As always, I will publish a post about this episode on my Instagram: @iammybestfriend.podcast 

Love, Paloma xxx

Happy Happy Sunday, y'all. 

This is probably one of my favourite episodes. I am joined by Chiara, an Italian artist and a friend of mine who was so much wisdom to share about creativity. We talk about how to deal with creative blocks, how society inhibits us from expressing our creativity freely, and how being creative can help us connect to our inner child. We get philosophical and spiritual - the best combo ever. This episode is worth a listen!!! ❤️❤️❤️

Check out Chiara's work on her Instagram: @chiaracolturi 

As always, you are welcome to contact me on Instagram on @iammybestfriend.podcast 

TW: Suicidal Thoughts, Anxiety, Depression, Self-loathing

Happy Sunday everyone!

Today I am talking about antidepressants - how they work, my experience with them, and why I have decided to start using these meds. As always, this is an account of MY experiences and I am by no means saying that antidepressants are magic - you have to go to therapy and put in the work, but they definitely help a lot. That said, not everyone shines when using medication - some use natural medicine, or do yoga and meditation. Whatever works for YOU is what should be your priority. 

Lots of Sunday Love from me, xx

Check out my Instagram, where I am currently celebrating a mindful December with many videos!!! 

@iammybestfriend.podcast

Happy Sunday y'all. 

Consent is key to all sexual relations and is often misunderstood. Inspired by @unapologeticallysurviving on Instagram, I explain consent using the word fries. Don't know what I mean? Listen to the episode x

Consent is

F - Freely Given 

R - Reversible

I - Informed

E - Enthusiastic

S - Specific

Contact me on Instagram: @iammybestfriend.podcast 

TW: Trauma; Holocaust; sexual abuse - if any of these trigger you, please skip this episode!

Happy Sunday everyone! 

I hope you all have had a restorative and calm weekend. The topic of today's episode is trauma - me and my friend Minna talk about our experiences with trauma, transgenerational trauma and healing. Know that your traumata are valid and that you are worthy of healing. Perhaps you can use this episode to acknowledge just how many people are impacted by trauma and how normal it (unfortunately) really is. You are loved x

Contact me on Instagram: @iammybestfriend.podcast 

Follow Minna on Instagram and Tik Tok: @minnalotte