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Sometimes we’re the glue, or the empath, or just the safe place someone needs without even realizing it… until we become the bridge to their destination. We get them there, we help them move forward… and then we get burned. And no one really likes to admit that part.
Not that we’re sitting around waiting for thank yous in friendships, but it hits differently when there’s no acknowledgment. None. Not even the smallest “thank you” before they strike the match.
It’s like the version of you gets outgrown overnight...the way we all suddenly abandoned those GAP Bermuda shorts the second something “better” came along. Out with the old, in with the new....right?
But what if this wasn’t something happening to you… but for you? What if you being the bridge that got burned was actually the best thing that happened to you.
Well let me tell you...it's not a "what if", because it's true.
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On this episode of On the Bright Side, I’m joined by Reagan LeRoy to talk about what it really looks like to chase a dream that doesn’t come with a 9–5 schedule, guaranteed paycheck, or clear timeline.
From moving to Charleston alone to navigating sober curiosity and the very public reality of failing on the internet, we talk about figuring it out as we go,and the decisions that brought us here. Because when you work on the internet, you fail and succeed publicly. Failures feel public, validation is delayed, and nothing seems to be working… until one day you realize it all was. Which then reminds you: sometimes the day it all works out is built on everything that didn’t. Happy Listening !!!
On the Bright Side is sponsored by Olive and June: Get all your nail needs at www.oliveandjune.com/otbs to get 20% off your first nail system.
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OTBS Instagram @onthebrightsidepodd
OTBS TikTok: @onthebrightsidepodcast
Caroline's Instagram: @carolinesusko
Caroline's Tiktok: @carolinesusko
Social media inquiries: [email protected]
Podcast Inquiries: [email protected]
More about me (Amazon Storefront, LTK, Podcast Course etc): HERE
WANT TO SEE A GUEST GET ON THE MIC? Fill out this google form and keep an eye out on both IG's
Music:
Sundown Drive by Ghostrifter http://bit.ly/ghostrifter-yt
Creative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC BY-ND 3.0
Free Download: https://hypeddit.com/track/o4ir62
Have you ever noticed how people can love everything you do… just not when you’re the one doing it? Their idol posts it and it’s called ambition. You post it and it’s called trying too hard.
In this episode, I’m talking about what happens when someone has already decided who you are in their story, and no matter what you say or do, the narrative doesn’t change. At some point, you realize you can’t prove yourself to someone committed to misunderstanding you. And sometimes the most peaceful thing you can do is let them paint you as the villain and downplay your success… because you know the truth
On the Bright Side is sponsored by Olive and June: Get all your nail needs at www.oliveandjune.com/otbs to get 20% off your first nail system.
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OTBS Instagram @onthebrightsidepodd
OTBS TikTok: @onthebrightsidepodcast
Caroline's Instagram: @carolinesusko
Caroline's Tiktok: @carolinesusko
Social media inquiries: [email protected]
Podcast Inquiries: [email protected]
More about me (Amazon Storefront, LTK, Podcast Course etc): HERE
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Music:
Sundown Drive by Ghostrifter http://bit.ly/ghostrifter-yt
Creative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC BY-ND 3.0
Free Download: https://hypeddit.com/track/o4ir62
On this episode of On the Bright Side, content creator Sam Souder joins me to answer your advice asks that some of you HAD to keep anonymous.
Like what do you do when your best friend knows you’re interviewing for your dream job… and applies behind your back...
We’re diving into confidence, getting past your anxiety , social climbers, healthy love that feels too good to be true, and why we’re always waiting for the ball to drop.
Navigating your 20s is a lot and we get it…so let’s chat
On the Bright Side is sponsored by Olive and June: Get all your nail needs at www.oliveandjune.com/otbs to get 20% off your first nail system.
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TT: @soudersam
OTBS Instagram @onthebrightsidepodd
OTBS TikTok: @onthebrightsidepodcast
Caroline's Instagram: @carolinesusko
Caroline's Tiktok: @carolinesusko
Social media inquiries: [email protected]
Podcast Inquiries: [email protected]
More about me (Amazon Storefront, LTK, Podcast Course etc): HERE
WANT TO SEE A GUEST GET ON THE MIC? Fill out this google form and keep an eye out on both IG's
Music:
Sundown Drive by Ghostrifter http://bit.ly/ghostrifter-yt
Creative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC BY-ND 3.0
Free Download: https://hypeddit.com/track/o4ir62
There has never been a plan B.
On this episode of OTBS, I’m talking about what it truly means to commit to your dreams…without giving yourself an out.
From moving to Charleston with no backup plan, to figuring out how to pay my bills, navigating self doubt, and building a career off social media, this episode is all about choosing your dream over comfort.
I open up about side jobs, sacrifices, and the advice that changed everything: make just enough to survive, but not enough to settle…so you never stop chasing your full potential.
This one’s for anyone who feels called to something bigger but is scared to go all in. If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to bet on yourself, even when it’s uncomfortable, this episode is for you. Happy listening !!!
On the Bright Side is sponsored by Olive and June: Get all your nail needs at www.oliveandjune.com/otbs to get 20% off your first nail system.
Socials
OTBS Instagram @onthebrightsidepodd
OTBS TikTok: @onthebrightsidepodcast
Caroline's Instagram: @carolinesusko
Caroline's Tiktok: @carolinesusko
Social media inquiries: [email protected]
Podcast Inquiries: [email protected]
More about me (Amazon Storefront, LTK, Podcast Course etc): HERE
WANT TO SEE A GUEST GET ON THE MIC? Fill out this google form and keep an eye out on both IG's
Music:
Sundown Drive by Ghostrifter http://bit.ly/ghostrifter-yt
Creative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC BY-ND 3.0
Free Download: https://hypeddit.com/track/o4ir62
If we spend all of our 20s single, that’s only 1/9 of our entire life (the average lifespan is around 90). But the love we intentionally give ourselves during that time can completely change the course of our life for the better. Learning to be self sufficient and to live on our own is a privilege, one that older generations of women didn’t always have. Being single, whether it’s your first time in your 20s, 50s, or beyond, is when you discover who you are, what you want, and the version of yourself you refuse to shrink for bare minimum love. Right now, it’s the quiet mornings, the dinner parties, the sleepovers, and the dramatic decor that’s all up to you that make this season so special. One day, you’ll look back and miss these moments, and the version of you who was becoming herself in them.
On the Bright Side is sponsored by Olive and June: Get all your nail needs at oliveandjune.com/otbs to get 20% off your first nail system.
On the Bright Side is sponsored by Medly Wine Co. Medly offers delicious, 100% certified organic wine in a convenient, eco-friendly pouch that’s perfect for on-the-go lifestyles, outdoor adventures, parties, or relaxing at home. Enjoy wine wherever you are, without the hassle of bottles! Must be 21+. Please drink responsibly www.drinkmedly.com’
The Tiktok that inspired me: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP85MXxhE/
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OTBS Instagram @onthebrightsidepodd
OTBS TikTok: @onthebrightsidepodcast
Caroline's Instagram: @carolinesusko
Caroline's Tiktok: @carolinesusko
Social media inquiries: [email protected]
Podcast Inquiries: [email protected]
More about me (Amazon Storefront, LTK, Podcast Course etc): HERE
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Music:
Sundown Drive by Ghostrifter http://bit.ly/ghostrifter-yt
Creative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC BY-ND 3.0
Free Download: https://hypeddit.com/track/o4ir62
Put a finger down if you’ve ever been told you were crazy for hurting over someone you never dated…we’ll put our fingers down now.
Sure, we’ve all heard it. But unlabeled love still hurts, sometimes more than the kind with a title. (And for anyone about to call us dramatic…there’s the door.)
In this episode, I sit down with best selling author, situationship expert Alissa DeRogatis, the woman People Magazine once said “may never find a husband”, to talk heartbreak, almost-relationships, and the kind of love that never came with a label.
We cover dating in 2025, why society struggles to call it love if it’s without a title, her book Call It What You Want, and a sneak peek at her new book How to Find Love in the Cereal Aisle.
If you’ve ever loved someone who never fully chose you, still think about an old situationship, or questioned whether your heartbreak was valid, this one’s for you. Because if your friends don’t get it…TRUST us we do.
Link to order Alissa’s books:
https://www.sourcebooks.com/authors/A14033/alissa-derogatis
https://www.instagram.com/alissaderogatis/
On the Bright Side is sponsored by Olive and June: Get all your nail needs at oliveandjune.com/otbs to get 20% off your first nail system.
On the Bright Side is sponsored by Medly Wine Co. Medly offers delicious, 100% certified organic wine in a convenient, eco-friendly pouch that’s perfect for on-the-go lifestyles, outdoor adventures, parties, or relaxing at home. Enjoy wine wherever you are, without the hassle of bottles! Must be 21+. Please drink responsibly www.drinkmedly.com
Socials
OTBS Instagram @onthebrightsidepodd
OTBS TikTok: @onthebrightsidepodcast
Caroline's Instagram: @carolinesusko
Caroline's Tiktok: @carolinesusko
Social media inquiries: [email protected]
Podcast Inquiries: [email protected]
More about me (Amazon Storefront, LTK, Podcast Course etc): HERE
WANT TO SEE A GUEST GET ON THE MIC? Fill out this google form and keep an eye out on both IG's
Music:
Sundown Drive by Ghostrifter http://bit.ly/ghostrifter-yt
Creative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC BY-ND 3.0
Free Download: https://hypeddit.com/track/o4ir62
It’s out with the old and in with the new...yes, Sharpay said it best. Of course the last episode of 2025 is all about what’s coming with us into 2026 and what’s staying back in 2025… like typing in lowercase, which really should not have even entered 2023, but I digress.
So what’s in for 2026? Fast-forming friendships, intentional spending, and therapy...even on your good days. And what’s out? Mistaking standards for walls, keeping chapters open that should’ve been closed, and pretending we don’t know better by now.
There’s a lot more where that came from. I could go on… and of course, I do. So happy listening
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OTBS Instagram @onthebrightsidepodd
OTBS TikTok: @onthebrightsidepodcast
Caroline's Instagram: @carolinesusko
Caroline's Tiktok: @carolinesusko
Social media inquiries: [email protected]
Podcast Inquiries: [email protected]
More about me (Amazon Storefront, LTK, Podcast Course etc): HERE
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Music:
Sundown Drive by Ghostrifter http://bit.ly/ghostrifter-yt
Creative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC BY-ND 3.0
Free Download: https://hypeddit.com/track/o4ir62
In your 20s, you will be faced with the comparison trap, where you think you’re behind, success-shame yourself, and feel like everyone else is living these perfectly put together lives. It’s important not to believe that.
On this episode of OTBS, we’re talking about the comparison trap of your 20s… the one where you scroll for five minutes and suddenly feel behind in life, under accomplished, and convinced that everyone else’s life is going great…because it’s easy to assume that.
Someone posts a single photo, an engagement announcement, a job update, or a perfectly curated highlight reel, and we automatically think everything is easy and going right for them. When in reality, that snapshot is about 0.00001157% of their actual day (yeah… your girl can math).
Your 20s are meant for finding yourself, and honestly, throwing societal standards out the window. Because if you looked at my life from a “traditional” standpoint, I’d probably be considered failing. I don’t have a 9-5, I don’t have a boyfriend, and I don’t have a million dollars in savings, yet I’m the happiest I’ve ever been.
So let’s chat. Because happiness looks different for everyone, which means success does too.
Socials
OTBS Instagram @onthebrightsidepodd
OTBS TikTok: @onthebrightsidepodcast
Caroline's Instagram: @carolinesusko
Caroline's Tiktok: @carolinesusko
Social media inquiries: [email protected]
Podcast Inquiries: [email protected]
More about me (Amazon Storefront, LTK, Podcast Course etc): HERE
WANT TO SEE A GUEST GET ON THE MIC? Fill out this google form and keep an eye out on both IG's
Music:
Sundown Drive by Ghostrifter http://bit.ly/ghostrifter-yt
Creative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC BY-ND 3.0
Free Download: https://hypeddit.com/track/o4ir62
HEYYY to my fellow left out people!! On this episode of On the Bright Side, we’re getting real about that feeling of being purposely left out. You know that moment where you realize you weren’t invited and it hits way harder than it should? Yeah… I know that feeling a little too well. But here’s the truth: it was never actually about you. It was about the inviter: the jealousy, the insecurity, the weird little power trip they were feeding off of aka THE KINK.
This episode is all about building longer tables, not higher fences. Because longer tables let all of us thrive. They give more room for opportunities, growth, friendship, and support. It’s time to stop being threatened by other people’s success and start realizing the universe is not on a budget. There’s space for everyone, and your life only expands when you make space for others.
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OTBS Instagram @onthebrightsidepodd
OTBS TikTok: @onthebrightsidepodcast
Caroline's Instagram: @carolinesusko
Caroline's Tiktok: @carolinesusko
Social media inquiries: [email protected]
Podcast Inquiries: [email protected]
More about me (Amazon Storefront, LTK, Podcast Course etc): HERE
WANT TO SEE A GUEST GET ON THE MIC? Fill out this google form and keep an eye out on both IG's
Music:
Sundown Drive by Ghostrifter http://bit.ly/ghostrifter-yt
Creative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC BY-ND 3.0
Free Download: https://hypeddit.com/track/o4ir62
From the publisher's feed
Welcome to On the Bright Side - a safe place full of mental health convos, navigating your 20s tips, and doses of positivity & POVS… the unofficial girl’s guide to life if you will. This…
XO,
Caroline Susko
Follow @carolinesusko on Instagram and TikTok to get the latest updates on the podcast, as well as a glimpse into my life!

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