Love & Lattes

The holidays are supposed to be joyful… so why do they feel so heavy?

In this solo episode, Victoria gets honest about the emotional weight of the holidays, the grief of unmet fantasies, and the quiet loneliness that can show up even in the most festive moments. She breaks down the “holiday illusion,” explores why this season amplifies relationship pressure, and shares practical, grounding ways to move through the holidays without abandoning yourself.

This isn’t about forcing gratitude or pretending everything is okay. It’s about choosing presence, self-trust, and compassion — exactly where you are.

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📆 WORK with Victoria -  Explore what’s been holding you back in love, boundaries, or self-trust — and what it would look like to move forward with support. https://theselflovescientist.mailchimpsites.com/

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In this powerful and deeply healing episode of Love & Lattes, Victoria uncovers the one F-word that has the ability to transform every relationship in your life —

From family wounds to romantic heartbreak, and personal betrayals , this episode explores how this one WORD becomes a form of energetic cord-cutting that frees you to love and live differently.

If you’ve been holding onto something heavy — a memory, a person, a version of yourself — this episode will help you finally let it go.

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 #sponsored Make your mental health a priority this year. Go to https://betterhelp.com/loveandlattes and get 10% off your first month of therapy.   

📆 WORK with Victoria -  Explore what’s been holding you back in love, boundaries, or self-trust — and what it would look like to move forward with support. https://theselflovescientist.mailchimpsites.com/

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Are you choosing security over true self-connection — and calling it happiness?

Today Victoria is sitting down with Lindsay, an Empowerment and Confidence Coach who’s passionate about helping women rebuild their self-worth, especially after heartbreak, divorce, or the kind of life changes that leave you questioning their place in the world.

Because sometimes we work so hard to build the “dream life” on the outside, but deep down there’s still a void waiting to be filled — and that’s exactly the kind of conversation Lindsay and Victoria are having today.

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 #sponsored Make your mental health a priority this year. Go to https://betterhelp.com/loveandlattes and get 10% off your first month of therapy.   

📆 WORK with Victoria -  Explore what’s been holding you back in love, boundaries, or self-trust — and what it would look like to move forward with support. https://theselflovescientist.mailchimpsites.com/

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Victoria chats with Karen , a NYC-based psychotherapist offering teletherapy in Florida. After navigating her own journey through CPTSD and the emotional aftermath of divorce, Karen shares the power of rewriting negative self-talk into a compassionate, empowering inner dialogue. 

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 #sponsored Make your mental health a priority this year. Go to https://betterhelp.com/loveandlattes and get 10% off your first month of therapy.   

📆 WORK with Victoria -  Explore what’s been holding you back in love, boundaries, or self-trust — and what it would look like to move forward with support. https://theselflovescientist.mailchimpsites.com/

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In this inspiring episode, Victoria sits down with Health Coach and author Shawnti Refuge, who shares how journaling became her lifeline after a mental breakdown in 2018. 

Together, they explore how guided writing can unlock healing, self-love, and  freedom — no medication required. Shawnti opens up about turning pain into purpose and how she now helps women reclaim their peace, break free from stagnation, and reconnect with themselves one page at a time.

Grab your journal today: https://shawntirefugejournals.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopJNWkq9TyfyvnBGVHFJfU5SaK4MtKx-KQO0mfQyCl_e3elcFTD

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 #sponsored Make your mental health a priority this year. Go to https://betterhelp.com/loveandlattes and get 10% off your first month of therapy.   

📆 WORK with Victoria -  Explore what’s been holding you back in love, boundaries, or self-trust — and what it would look like to move forward with support. https://theselflovescientist.mailchimpsites.com/

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On today’s episode of Love & Lattes, Victoria chats with the incredible Michelle Charbonnier—therapist, speaker, advocate, and the Executive Director of Missouri Network for Opiate Reform and Recovery. With nearly a decade in recovery herself, Michelle brings powerful insight into what it really means to heal—from the inside out.

We dive deep into her personal journey through addiction, the truth about harm reduction, and how she’s helping others break cycles of shame and step into a more empowered, purpose-filled life. 

Whether you’re in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply on your own path of healing and transformation, this episode will meet you where you are.

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 #sponsored Make your mental health a priority this year. Go to https://betterhelp.com/loveandlattes and get 10% off your first month of therapy.   

📆 WORK with Victoria -  Explore what’s been holding you back in love, boundaries, or self-trust — and what it would look like to move forward with support. https://theselflovescientist.mailchimpsites.com/

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In this episode of Love & Lattes, Victoria dives into the three silent forces that can quietly destroy your relationship — and how to rebuild intimacy, connection, and trust before it’s too late. From laziness in love to emotional disconnection, she breaks down what’s really happening beneath the surface when couples start drifting apart.

Whether you’re single, dating, or deep into a long-term relationship, this episode will help you reflect on how to keep love alive as an action, not just a feeling. 

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 #sponsored Make your mental health a priority this year. Go to https://betterhelp.com/loveandlattes and get 10% off your first month of therapy.   

📆 WORK with Victoria -  Explore what’s been holding you back in love, boundaries, or self-trust — and what it would look like to move forward with support. https://theselflovescientist.mailchimpsites.com/

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In this bold and unapologetic conversation, Victoria sits down with Cindy Gallop, founder and CEO of MakeLoveNotPorn, to challenge the way we think about sex, intimacy, and connection. Together, they unpack how porn has shaped cultural perceptions of sex—and how Cindy’s groundbreaking movement is helping to redefine real intimacyby promoting open, healthy, and honest conversations about pleasure and consent.

From dismantling rape culture to empowering individuals to embrace authentic sexual expression, this episode invites you to explore what it truly means to “make love, not porn.”

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➡ DON’T FORGET

 #sponsored Make your mental health a priority this year. Go to https://betterhelp.com/loveandlattes and get 10% off your first month of therapy.   

📆 WORK with Victoria -  Explore what’s been holding you back in love, boundaries, or self-trust — and what it would look like to move forward with support. https://theselflovescientist.mailchimpsites.com/

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What does it really take to build a marriage that not only lasts but thrives? In this heartwarming and insightful episode, Victoria sits down with married duo Byron and Margaret, hosts of The Beyond I Do Podcast, to talk about the essential role friendship plays in sustaining love over time. 

With over 27 years together and a book full of relationship gold, they share their top keys to creating a marriage built on laughter, trust, and true connection. 

Whether you're married, dating, or dreaming of “forever,” this episode will leave you with timeless tools for deep, lasting love.

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➡ DON’T FORGET

 #sponsored Make your mental health a priority this year. Go to https://betterhelp.com/loveandlattes and get 10% off your first month of therapy.   

📆 WORK with Victoria -  Explore what’s been holding you back in love, boundaries, or self-trust — and what it would look like to move forward with support. https://theselflovescientist.mailchimpsites.com/

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Victoria chats with Clare, a relationship coach who helps high-achieving women break free from overthinking and self-doubt to build deeper more secure connections. We explore why high-achieving individuals often face challenges in relationships.

In this episode, they discuss anxious attachment styles, the importance of trusting yourself to communicate authentically, and how to create the love and confidence you deserve. 

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➡ DON’T FORGET

 #sponsored Make your mental health a priority this year. Go to https://betterhelp.com/loveandlattes and get 10% off your first month of therapy.   

📆 WORK with Victoria -  Explore what’s been holding you back in love, boundaries, or self-trust — and what it would look like to move forward with support. https://theselflovescientist.mailchimpsites.com/

😍Loving the show? Subscribe & leave a review so you don’t miss out on more episodes! 

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