Inbox with Aris

Why do some people believe the rules, consequences, and dangers of life do not apply to them? In this episode, we explore the invincibility complex, what causes it, how it affects decision-making, and why past luck can create a false sense of safety.

Season 2 kicks off with one big question: Is it okay to be difficult? We unpack boundaries, high standards, people-pleasing, and why protecting your peace can sometimes make you the “problem.” Also.... our time first time in London.... um.

We asked for questions... and y'all really asked anything.

In our season one finale, we're answering your questions about Love Island, dating, pet peeves, concerts, anime food, family traditions, and everything in between. Things got random, slightly unhinged, and somehow very on brand.

Thank you for spending season one with us. We'll see you in season two!

Every group chat starts with good intentions and somehow ends with nobody answering the important questions.

In this episode, we’re talking ghost members, unread messages, planning disasters, and the mysterious phenomenon of everyone responding to memes but disappearing when it’s time to make actual plans. From the yappers to the lurkers, we’re breaking down why keeping a group chat alive feels harder than ever.

Be honest… are you helping the group chat survive, or are you the reason it’s dying?

Is attractiveness something you’re born with, or is it something you build? In this episode, we’re talking style, confidence, grooming, first impressions, and why the way we present ourselves can completely change how we’re perceived. From glow ups and bad haircuts to personal style and self expression, we’re debating whether attractiveness comes down to natural looks or learning what works for you. How much does style actually matter, and can it change the way people see you?

Sliding into someone’s DMs can really thicken the plot In this episode, we’re talking DM etiquette, shooting your shot, getting left on read, terrible opening messages, unsolicited n*des, and whether sliding into DMs actually works. From success stories to complete disasters, we break down the best and worst ways people try to get someone’s attention online. All that aside… does sliding into DMs actually work?

We were on our way to a Red Light, Yellow Light, Green Light themed party when we realized we were wearing the wrong colors. After a quick detour home to change, a few more setbacks got in the way and we ended up staying in… turning the chaos into a full podcast episode instead.

So we leaned into the theme and broke down situations in dating through the lens of red lights, yellow lights, and green lights.

After our first People Pleasing episode unexpectedly turned into a two-parter, we're back to finish the conversation.

In this episode, we dive deeper into boundaries, guilt, avoiding conflict, and the pressure of constantly worrying about disappointing other people. We talk about why saying "no" can feel so uncomfortable, how people-pleasing can leave you emotionally drained, and the challenge of putting yourself first without feeling guilty.

If you've ever said "it's fine" when it definitely wasn't, apologized for things that weren't your fault, or put everyone else's needs before your own, this one's for you.

Ghosting is one of those things everyone hates… until they’re the one doing it...

In this episode, we’re talking about being left on read, disappearing acts, closure, boundaries, and whether ghosting is ever justified. Do people owe an explanation, or is silence an answer on its own?

In this episode, we talk about the emotional exhaustion of people pleasing — saying yes too often, avoiding conflict, struggling with boundaries, and constantly worrying about disappointing others.

If you’ve ever put everyone else first at your own expense, this conversation will hit home.