Welcome to the narcissist playbook

Think you’ve never dated a narcissist? Think again. From love bombing to gaslighting to the classic “I’m sorry you feel that way” non-apology—these are the Top 5 Mind Games Narcissists Play that’ll have you questioning your reality, your group chat, and maybe even your sanity.

On today's episode, Violetta is breaking down their playbook, exposing every trick, and telling you exactly how to spot the BS before it wrecks your self-esteem. If you’ve ever left a date wondering if you’re crazy… spoiler: you’re not. He’s just a narcissist.

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From choking games to first kisses. Welcome to the most chaotic update yet. Is Book Man too good to be true… or did I just meet my match?

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He planned the perfect rom-com date.. five hours of sparks, soul-connection, and eye contact so intense - it puts your favourite book daddy to shame. 

Twenty minutes later? I dumped him. 

Did I fumble… or dodge a bullet? You tell me.

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No intro. No filter. Just me crashing out mid-coffee jitters, questioning a man’s job, his five passports, and whether I just met my future husband or the next Tinder Swindler. Welcome to Part 2.

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Welcome to our Monthly Zodiac Bonus Episode, dropping the third week of every month! This August, we’re giving you the ultimate guide to getting a Virgo man obsessed with YOU.

Get ready to discover:

🔥 The secrets to understanding his perfectionist tendencies—and how to meet his high standards.

🔥 Foolproof ways to earn his trust and keep his attention.

🔥 What he values most in a partner (and what will make him back away).

🔥 Subtle signs he’s losing interest—and how to win him back effortlessly.

🔥 The best strategies to reignite the spark if he starts pulling away.

Whether you’re drawn to his intelligence and dependability or trying to reignite the connection, this episode will show you how to handle the zodiac’s most meticulous lover.

Tune in now and make this August all about mastering the art of Virgo romance!

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Okay besties… it begins. I’m officially back in the dating game - I'm talking Hinge, matchmakers, awkward dates I already regret, and I’m taking you with me. This is Part 1 of Finding My Husband, and yes, there will be updates. Stay tuned as I take you on this journey.

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Think getting ahead is about luck? Think again. In this episode of Almost Adulting, I’m giving you my unfiltered playbook for turning every 'no' into a 'hell yes,' getting hired when you’re underqualified, nailing interviews, and beating the competition for the promotion you deserve.

Today you’ll learn how to:

• Get a YES (even when you’re not the obvious choice) through manipulation

• Turn rejection into opportunity

• Outshine everyone in an interview and get hired on the spot

• Position yourself for the next big promotion

• And walk away with strategies that will change how you move in business and in life, forever.

Don’t forget to share today’s episode with anyone who needs a wake-up call, and save it so you can come back to it whenever you need a reminder. And of course, if you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave me a five-star review on the Apple Podcasts app! I love you so much, thank you for listening, bestie.

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Why Women Are Choosing Younger Men

This week on Almost Adulting, I’m joined by the power couple that broke the internet—and probably a few age-gap double standards. Caroline Stanbury (yes, that Caroline from Ladies of London and Real Housewives of Dubai) and her hot husband Sergio (ex-pro footballer, full-time golden retriever energy) are here to prove that age is just a number—and chemistry is undefeated.

We’re talking:

• Vagina Watch 2016—where the love story began
• Sleeping together early (and why Sergio needed a second chance)
• The car he tried to hide and Caroline’s brutal reaction
• The perks of dating younger: stamina, TikTok fluency, and unapologetic oral sex
• Botox, poo talk, and why confidence > collagen
• Why their relationship makes people uncomfortable
• Dating across a language barrier and how Sergio really felt
• Haters, labels, and how to flip judgment into power

Plus: is dating a younger man the secret to crafting the emotionally available partner your therapist keeps promising?

If you’ve ever been judged for who you love, questioned if you’re too old to start over, or just want the tea on naked confidence and facelifts—this one’s for you! Grab your AirPods. And maybe a younger man, and hit play.

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Do you ever feel weirdly lonely in your relationships? Like you’re the one always doing the work—overthinking, overgiving, overfunctioning—and you still feel...empty? You’re not crazy. You might just have grown up with an emotionally immature parent.

In this special Benson Book Club episode, I break down the first chapter of Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents and walk you through the hidden patterns that are silently shaping your love life, self-worth, and ability to trust your instincts. From guilt for feeling unhappy, to people-pleasing, to dating men who “just don’t get it”—this episode unpacks all of it.

This one’s for the girls who grew up being the emotional support system for everyone else, and are only now realizing that’s not normal. Let’s heal the inner child, stop normalizing dysfunction, and stop mistaking emotional starvation for love.

Tag your best friend, take the quiz, cry a little, and reclaim your standards.

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If you're in your twenties then listen to this.

Your 20s are all about embracing mistakes, growth, and becoming the person you’re meant to be. In today's short episode, I’m sharing 20 things your 20s are too short for—like staying in toxic relationships, letting others define your worth, and holding back from living your best life. Plus, stick around for a powerful manifesting mantra at the end to help you shape the future you desire. <3

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