I'm joined by licensed mental health therapist and relationship coach Ibbie Aromolaran. Ibbie specializes in bringing awareness around the parts of us that may be hindering our dating lives. We talk about identifying situationships, getting out of them, changing our environment, the internet's impact on dating, and much more.

For more on Ibbie's work, visit auroraloverelationships.com, and find her on socials at sickofsituationship

For more on your host, Galina Rivina, you can find me on socials at thumbgalina. Don't forget to subscribe so you'll never miss an episode

In this episode, I'm joined by Rapid Transformational Therapist (RTT) and Anxiety Mindset Coach Valerie Rubin. We chat about anxious attachment styles, getting over a breakup, hypnosis, the subconscious mind, dating tips, and much more.

To find Valerie's additional work, including the meditations mentioned in this episode, please visit valrubin.com or find her on IG at healwithval.

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In this episode, I'm joined by comedian Michael Lenoci for a fun and light-hearted conversation about looking for love. We cover topics including date do's and don'ts, apps, age, expectations, and much more.

For more about Michael, including upcoming tour dates, you can find him ‪@MichaelLenociComedy‬ or visit his website michaellenoci.com.

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This week I'm joined by my friend, comedian & writer Ian Edwards. We discuss spirituality, what we might do in an apocalypse, the merits of food safety, bad date ideas, and much more. Ian has a long list of credits including comedy specials on Netflix and Comedy Central. Follow him to learn more @ ianedwardscomic

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I'm joined by comedian Josh Edelman for an in-depth discussion about comedy, from open mics to whether depression impacts creativity. Josh also shares his experience in documentary film making and his colorful past as a working magician in New York City. Josh's documentary "Mentally Al" is available now to stream on Amazon Prime and his other work, including a schedule of upcoming shows, can be found via social media @ joshedelmancomedy

Comedian Mike Glazer joins me this episode for an impactful conversation. We cover topics like researching potential partners online, participating in therapy, finding your authentic path in creative work, and much more.

For more on Mike, including upcoming tour dates, you can find him on IG at glazerboohoohoo for links to his other projects.

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Comedian Richard Sarvate joins me for a fun chat this week where I spend most of the episode giggling. We chat internet trends, TikTok fame, crazy gig stories, and much more. 

Richard is touring and always running some of LA's best comedy shows. Check out his IG at richardthecomedian for a full listing of upcoming dates.

Comedian Monarey Martinez joins me this week and for a fun, yet deep discussion on everything from personal development to dating. We discuss red flags, meditation, woo woo lifestyle, taking accountability, and much more.

Learn more about Monarey, including upcoming show dates, by following her ‪@monareym‬ here and on IG

Comedian and writer Garrick Bernard joins me for a fun chat about life and technology. He shares some hard truths learned from high school, his passion for hitting the track in some of the fastest cars he can get his hands on, our outlook on EVs, and much more. Garrick is on the road doing stand-up in a city near you. Find him on socials at @garrickbernard for tour dates, tickets, and more.

This episode I'm joined by therapist Ali Stepka, LMFT, LPCC. Ali specializes in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), counseling, exposure and response prevention coaching, and individual and group therapy. She shares her wealth of knowledge on ACT, personality disorders, OCD, therapy, mindful practices, and much more. You can support Ali by pre-ordering her workbook ACT Your Way to the Life You Love on Amazon and visiting her website allisonstepkamft.com