The holidays are over, real life is back, and honestly… we have thoughts.

In this episode of Small Town Girls Anonymous, Cassidy and Christie catch up on what it feels like to return to routine after time away and ease back into “normal life.” From school memories and career pivots to grief, hobbies, and the quiet pressure to have everything figured out, this conversation goes everywhere, in the best way.

The girls talk about changing majors, cheating in school, and the anxiety around choosing the “right” career path, while also opening up about grief (including losing pets), oversharing on social media, and why comfort shows like reality TV hit extra hard when life feels heavy. There’s also an honest check-in on cooking fatigue, meal prep struggles, alcohol choices, homesickness, and finding joy again through hobbies like ice skating.

If you’re navigating a transition season, feeling behind, or just trying to romanticize your routine again, this one’s for you.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates

02:21 Back to School and Routine

05:12 Cheating in School and Academic Integrity

07:39 Reflections on College Experience and Major Changes

10:49 Passion and Career Choices

13:24 The Impact of Pets and Grief

16:28 Social Media and Personal Sharing

30:35 Navigating Loss and Emotional Detachment

36:00 Reality TV and Emotional Investment

41:59 The Voice: Success Stories and Career Paths

43:22 Ice Skating Dreams and Hobbies

52:08 Coping with Homesickness and Meal Prep Challenges

55:23 Redacting Resolutions: A Journey with Alcohol

01:02:26 Final Thoughts and Reflections