Welcome back to Season 3 of the Do Tell Relationship Podcast! Nina Westbrook, is back with a fresh new studio, exciting guests, and even more insightful conversations. This season, we’re bringing you bi-weekly episodes filled with deep discussions about relationships, self-growth, career shifts, and navigating life’s big moments.

For the first episode of the season, we’re joined by author and creative powerhouse Victoria Hutchins—founder of The Daily Victorian and author of the highly anticipated book Make Believe. Victoria shares her journey from international law to creative storytelling, how childhood nostalgia shapes our adult perspectives, and why embracing joy is a radical act.

We also explore:

The power of storytelling and imagination

Letting go of past narratives to become your true self

The beauty of nostalgia & reconnecting with childlike wonder

Learning to embrace authenticity in love & friendships

Making difficult life transitions with confidence

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Chapter Markers for Easy Navigation:

01:37 - Welcome to season 3

04:40 - Meet Today’s Guest: Victoria Hutchins

08:12 - The Power of Nostalgia & Childhood Joy

19:25 - The Wake-Up Call That Led Victoria to Change Careers

22:34 - Unpacking Childhood Narratives & Overcoming Shame

26:03 - The Life-Changing Power of Play & Wonder

28:40 - Choosing to Believe in Purpose & Meaning

30:17 - Love, Fantasy, and Expectations: How Society Shapes Us

35:14 - Letting Go of ‘Perfect’ & Showing Up as Your True Self

40:28 - Introvert or Extrovert? Rethinking Social Identity

41:53 - How the South & Religion Shaped Victoria’s View of Love

50:56 - If Love is a Mirror, What Do We Hope Others See in Us?

54:28 - Final Thoughts: Embracing Your Authentic Self

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Next week: Nina sits down with Tamron Hall! Don’t miss this incredible conversation.