The episode in which we release the guilt of finally saying no. Sometimes you really don’t want to do one thing or another, and it’s entirely okay to just say no. Go back to doing whatever makes you feel good.
The episode in which we release the guilt of playing Wordle and other online games. Maybe pump the breaks on those humble brags though.
The episode in which we release the guilt of letting our natural oils replenish. Maybe it’s time to break that social construct of showing daily. You don’t smell as bad as the 17th century, so throw on a fresh shirt and greet the day with confidence.
The episode in which we release the guilt of what we could have said or should have said. So you didn’t accept that apology. Who cares, you stood up for yourself. Stop spiraling, put in your air pods and listen to something better than that inner dialogue.
The episode in which we release the guilt of cooling unhealthy relationships while questioning whether or not we have found ourselves in a new toxic friendship. Out of the frypan and into the fire y’all.
The episode in which we release the guilt of quietly spying on an old girlfriend or boyfriend through the help of social media. Hey, if 90% of the population is doing it, then someone has already creeped on you. Just don’t accidentally “like” one of their photos.
The episode in which we release the guilt of hitting the snooze a few more times and just sleeping in. Whether you are sleeping off a hangover or an extra melatonin, you have earned the right to sleep another hour, in 9-minute increments, of course.
The episode in which we release the guilt of letting people know they have a bogey in their nose, an aggressive colic or their shirt tucked into their hosiery. Spinach is meant to be eaten and not worn as slipcover on your front teeth. Time to help a person out.
The episode in which we release the guilt of hitting that snooze button on a Facebook friend, muting that braggadocious Insta-contact or completely unfriending a co-worker who’s way too engaged in hot air balloons. Social media is meant to be a social interaction, and you are the host of your own social pages- you can control who’s invited.
The episode in which we release the guilt of giving someone the side-eye when they say something ridiculous or listening to someone try to dig themselves out of a hole. Go ahead and judge them, someone’s probably judging you.
The episode in which we release the guilt of putting a proper barrier up in order to protect our mental health. Sometimes walls are necessary, especially when they are meant to keep out those button-pushers.
The episode in which we release the guilt of being honest – or those moments where we weren’t completely honest. How honest is too honest when dealing with a stranger, and when do you draw a line?
The episode in which we release the guilt of Barbie – whether it’s a love of playing with or collecting that very famous fashion doll. Put on your favorite pink garment, pull up a plastic chair and step your permanent high heels into a shameless scene, My Scene to be precise, of Barbie.
The episode in which we release the guilt of how we take pleasure when bad things happen to good people. It may be entertaining when watching a reality show, but maybe not so exciting when watching grandma get arrested.
The episode in which we release the guilt of how much joy we feel when your night’s plans are cancelled. Take off the spanx, grab a blanket and just do nothing with nobody. Hang out with your favorite person, you!
The episode in which we release the guilt of how we go against nature and build our own cage of guilt. Making lists, pursuing endless goals and pushing that stone up the hill may not always fill you up, especially if you have to start all over again.
The episode in which we release the guilt of calling in sick and letting the brain have a day off. It’s the perfect time to binge on trashy tv while eating all the garbage you want. They are not lazy days, they are necessary brain vacations.
The episode in which we release the guilt of going full-in on a hobby. Don’t tie yourself in square knots about it. Go ahead and enjoy that favorite pastime like your mental health depends on it.
The episode in which we release the guilt of being a not-so-great neighbor at times, especially if it means protecting your own space. You can be friendly with your neighbors, but maybe not friends.
The episode in which we release the guilt of being a good neighbor while maintaining a healthy boundary. Fences do make good neighbors after all.