I'm Trying My Best

On today's episode of I'm Trying My Best, Hunter talks about cuffing season, or better yet, how to handle cuffing season when you're single. Most people are single. Calm down. She also talks with the author of "Loves Me...Not: How to Survive (and Thrive!) in the Face of Unrequited Love": Samara O'Shea. O'Shea discusses her relationship with rejection, how to not take things personally, the college dating scene (or lack thereof) and her dislike for the concept of "The One." Rejection is protection–not a reflection. 

On today's episode of I'm Trying My Best, Hunter shares how she messed up last weekend. Never revolve your night around a man. Ever. She also shares how girls (herself included) often hurt their own feelings. Lastly, she talks about her relationship with beauty, inspired by "Body" by Emily Ratajkowski.  Your looks are the least interesting thing about you.

On today's episode of I'm Trying My Best, Hunter gives you the rundown on her weekend. Bangs are great until it rains. Go green. She also talks about when and when NOT to be vulnerable. In the beginning, you are a stranger–act accordingly.  Later, she gives a hot take: pre-hookup conversations have no validity. Lastly, she discusses the importance of setting boundaries, whether they are physical or emotional. Demand respect. If they walk, they walk.

On today's episode of I'm Trying My Best, Hunter shares a list of things men do that are hot. Men: they are so annoying, and we love them. She also sits down with Empowerment Coach Bella Elise. Bella talks about how to navigate attachment styles, green and red flags in romantic partners, how her childhood has affected her relationships and the need to embrace the messiness of self-love. It's not all face masks and shopping. Let's get to work.

On today's episode of I'm Trying My Best, Hunter shares her current struggle: feeling guilty for being happy when those around you are not. She also is joined by her friends, Vidhula Srinivasan and Hani Abdelfatah. They discuss the pressure to succeed, how to find your people in college, feeling powerless, existential dread and where they shine and struggle in friendships. Later, Hunter tells a (cringey? empowering? you tell me!) story from this weekend. Minor in Spanish. Trust me.

On today's episode of I'm Trying My Best, Hunter shares her biggest fear she had returning to MSU. She also talks about authenticity over winning, hypocrisy in dating, accepting her "type" and the importance of alone time. Later in the episode, she's joined by her friend and roommate, Alex Sax. The two talk about "pick me girl" culture. What constitutes a "pick me girl"? Have they ever been one? Is it more misogynistic to be a "pick me girl" or to put down one? The world may never know. 

On today's episode of I'm Trying My Best, Hunter comes to you live from East Lansing. She shares her crazy first night and her new and improved mindset regarding MSU. She also sits down with MSU student and friend, Camille Czarny. The two discuss the culture of James Madison College, sexist experiences and Camille's upcoming study abroad in Hungary. Camille also opens up about her "coming out" experience, accepting the unknowns of her sexuality and how she currently practices self-love. You don't need to know the answers—just learn to love the questions. 

On today's episode of I'm Trying My Best, Hunter breaks all Gen. Z norms and deletes Snapchat. Why did she do it? Is she alright? What is this bitch trying to prove? She also shares her latest act of spontaneity (shoutout Mr. Worldwide). Later, she shares two things she has learned this summer as well as lessons from 18 of her closest friends, family and listeners. This summer wasn't a movie, but it was exactly what you needed it to be. 

On today's episode of I'm Trying My Best, Hunter advocates accepting whatever your summer looks like, whether it's a season of excitement or a season of peace. She also sits down with her friend and past teammate, Alayna (Lane) Mulford. The two discuss following the crowd, people-pleasing and the pressure to always be the happy, spontaneous friend. Lane also shares her experience dealing (and healing) with her parents' divorce. Sometimes a moment of pain is worth a lifetime of peace.

On today's episode of I'm Trying My Best, Hunter interviews her longtime friend, Essa Amman. The two discuss the pressure to succeed, placed both externally and internally. They also talk about being the minority friend and learning to accept (and love) your identity. Lastly, Essa shares his most recent struggle with self-love: the failure to prioritize alone time. Everyone wins when you recharge your social battery.