**TRIGGER WARNING: TALK OF SEXUAL ASSAULT**In this episode we are joined with my long-time friend, Claudia Kite. This is a conversation that I've been waiting to have - as it pertains to something that is incredibly serious and happening in my home state. Claudia is a survivor of sexual assault, the fact that she is trusting me to share her story on my podcast means the world to me. She is such a strong woman and an amazing advocate for all survivors and I hope that conversations like this are a step in the right direction for ending rape culture.

Welcome the incredible Shelby Nye to Sadgirl Hours! She is one of my most cherished friends, a force to be reckoned with, and the founder of the amazing "Bad Witch Club" and Shelby Nye Co. You can follow her on IG @shelby.nye.co and visit her website at www.shelbynyeco.com.She will be joining us again in the future to dive into all things witchy - this time around we are having SUCH an important discussion. The title says it all - lets get it!

This episode was particularly hard to record. Putting anyone in front of a mic and asking them to unload their entire life story (including the not so fun parts) will bring out some anxiety. This was a bit rocky for me - but in sharing some of my experiences and part of my life with you guys I hope to bring more insight into the person I am, why I do the things I do, and why I want to talk about the things we'll be talking about on this show.Thank you to everyone who has tuned in to the show so far - I am so so appreciative of all of the love and support.Announcement - updated email for the show is [email protected]

I am so excited to bring you the first episode of Sadgirl Hours!Self love can look different for everyone. I wanted to dive into the tools I've used to give some guidance to anyone struggling on the Self Love journey - as we all do at times. Please see below for any resources mentioned in the episode - thank you guys for getting a little sadgirl with me! I can't wait to see where this podcast takes us :)⦁ National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1800-273-8255⦁ Crisis Text Line -- Text "Hello" to 741741⦁ YouthLine -- Text teen2teen to 839863 or call 1877-968-8491⦁ The Trevor Project (LGBTQIA+ community) -- 1866-488-7386For support during a crisis, if they are feeling suicidal or need a safe space to talk about any issue. You can also chat via their website or by texting START to 678678Trans Lifeline -- 1877 565 8860