How I Got Engaged in 4 Months - The Glow Up Series Part 1/3

Sobriety and pregnancy - today we're discussing everything that I've learned, resources that have helped expand my mind, and why this journey of sober curiosity has been one of the most rewarding experiences I've had in my entire life. Newsletter: Like this podcast? Subscribe to Hello Dahhhhling newsletter for updates and weekly content, advice, and inspiration! Coming soon! Timecodes: 0:50 Pop Take - Anne Hathaway speaks out on gross chemistry tests of yesteryear 5:45 Sobriety and pregnancy intro 9:00 Resources 10:45 Sober Curiosity 12:30 What I thought I was getting out of alcohol vs what it was actually giving 14:30 The myth of moderation 16:50 Getting over the first hump of socializing sober 18:30 Sobriety as a competitive advantage 20:30 Enhanced clarity and confronting emotions 22:00 Sleep improvement 24:00 Complications that come with stopping drinking – losing friends 27:40 Realizing removing alcohol is not a cure-all 30:00 What is the next chapter of life and motherhood going to look like? Episode Resources: This Naked Mind by Annie Grace  Sober Curious by Ruby Warrington  Sober Curious Reset Book Sober Mom Life Podcast Huberman Lab - What Alcohol Does to Your Body & Brain Support Friends of the Podcast: Better Help - Feeling anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed? Use code HotPizzaAss for a discount on therapy services if you need some extra support. Ophora - Upgrade your wellness with Ophora - water with no microplastics, that’s optimized for Superior Intra-Cellular Hydration code Darling10 for 10% off your order. Humble Brands - Body care with high quality ingredients you can trust. Use code Erin15 for 15%. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hello-dahhhhling/support

Is your fast-paced relationship love bombing, or love? We’re digging into the differences, in this week’s episode of Hello Dahhhhling with tangible takeaways, lived experience, and advice on how to navigate new relationships while remaining grounded and watching out for your own best interest.   Newsletter: Like this podcast? Subscribe to Hello Dahhhhling newsletter for updates and weekly content, advice, and inspiration! Coming soon!   Timecodes: 1:00 Episode dedication 2:00 POP TAKE – Courtney Love vs Taylor Swift 10:00 Is it love bombing or love? 23:42 TAKEAWAYS – Listen to your gut 24:30 The importance of a third-party perspective 26:00 Are they devaluing you?   Support Friends of the Podcast: Check out Terra Newell's podcast Baddie Club. Better Help - Feeling anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed? Use code HotPizzaAss for a discount on therapy services if you need some extra support https://www.betterhelp.com/HotPizzaAss Ophora - Upgrade your wellness with Ophora - water with no microplastics, that’s optimized for Superior Intra-Cellular Hydration. https://www.ophorawater.com/ref/Dahhhhling/ code Darling10 for 10% off your order. Humble Brands - Body care with high quality ingredients you can trust. Use code Erin15 for 15% off at https://humb.crrnt.app/Erin15 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hello-dahhhhling/support

From the tender moments of discovering the pregnancy test result to navigating the highs and lows of pregnancy, I'll take you along our journey so far as we prepare to welcome our little bundle of joy into the world. Join me for the excitement, the humor, and the many changes that come along with this once in a lifetime moment.   Newsletter: Like this podcast? Subscribe to Hello Dahhhhling newsletter COMING SOON for updates and weekly content, advice, and inspiration!   Timecodes: 0:40 POP TAKE – Beyonce Renaissance III prediction 4:27 Why I canceled my wedding 6:30 Archaic views of women in the workplace 9:30 My sobriety story 10:47 Every fairytale comes down to life 14:00 The moment my whole life changed 24:17 How we told our families 28:00 The cake 30:00 TAKEAWAYS – Make the announcements special   Support Friends of the Podcast:   Better Help - Feeling anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed? Use code HotPizzaAss for a discount on therapy services if you need some extra support. https://www.betterhelp.com/HotPizzaAss ·       Your Hormone Balance - Use Erin10 for 10% off to build your own hormone test package. ·    Ophora - Upgrade your wellness with Ophora - water with no microplastics, that’s optimized for Superior Intra-Cellular Hydration. https://www.ophorawater.com/ref/Dahhhhling/ code Darling10 for 10% off your order. ·       Humble Brands - Body care with high quality ingredients you can trust. Use code Erin15 for 15% off at https://humb.crrnt.app/Erin15   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hello-dahhhhling/support

How to plan a wedding *your way* from the ring, to the dress, to the party. A critical look at the wedding industry, traditions, and why I threw out most of the preconceived notions of what it should be and still had an unforgettable experience that felt authentic, and good. Are you planning a wedding? This episode is for you.   Newsletter: Like this podcast? Subscribe to Hello Dahhhhling newsletter for updates and weekly content, advice, and inspiration! Timecodes: 1:38 POP TAKE - Love is Blind - When did we decide Chelsea is the most hated woman? 6:30 My engagement story intro 7:55 The ring 15:07 Why I chose the sustainable jewelry industry 16:30 The downsides of the sustainable industry 19:30 Finding my ring 25:00 Our proposal story 31:42 Planning a wedding 35:10 Why we decided to elope instead 39:35 Choosing a $100 dress vs a $10,000 dress 44:10 Takeaways - You don’t have to do what anyone says you have to do 45:38 Get highly involved in ring research - from all sides 46:45 Hire a good photographer 49:06 Why I recommend an engagement honeymoon   Support Friends of the Podcast: Better Help - Feeling anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed? Use code HotPizzaAss for a discount on therapy services if you need some extra support. www.betterhelp.com/HotPizzaAss ·       Ophora - Upgrade your wellness with Ophora - water with no microplastics, that’s optimized for Superior Intra-Cellular Hydration. https://www.ophorawater.com/ref/Dahhhhling/ code Darling10 for 10% off your order. ·       Humble Brands - Body care with high quality ingredients you can trust. Use code Erin15 for 15% off at https://humb.crrnt.app/Erin15 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hello-dahhhhling/support

Welcome to Part 1 of this special 3 part Glow Up Series - How I got engaged in four months. Erin Darling is back with a personal and podcast rebrand. Hello again, Dahhhhling! Where has she been? Transforming her life one big uplevel at a time, NBD.  Are you tired of the endless cycle of toxic TikTok dating advice? I've got you covered. In this episode we’ll delve into the whirlwind world of modern dating and the steps and mindset that brought this journey to an end in engagement in only four months.  From clear intentions to effective communication, I’ll provide you with practical advice and four takeaways to navigate the early stages of a relationship authentically instead of playing games that lead to confusion, missed opportunities, and disappointment. It’s not about speeding things up; it's about avoiding common pitfalls. I’ll lay out what my experience was, and how it was different this time around.  Whether you're currently navigating the dating scene or contemplating taking your relationship to the next level, this episode will offer valuable insights to help you approach your love life with honesty and purpose.  Newsletter: Like this podcast? Subscribe to Hello Dahhhhling newsletter for updates and weekly content, advice, and inspiration! Timecodes: 2:25 - POP TAKE - Why Ariana Grande will always end up on top 7:30 - How I got engaged in 4 months 13:10 - Dating can be fun if you change your POV 21:00 - My story and how it almost didn’t happen 28:55 - Why this experience was so positive 31:15 - First dates don’t have to be perfect 32:40 - Chemistry is a liar 37:42 - How you’ll know when it’s right  40:47 - Get out of your toxic relationships Support Friends of the Podcast: Better Help - Feeling anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed? Use code HotPizzaAss for a discount on therapy services if you need some extra support. I leaned on Better Help in times of stress, and I hope you lean on them too when you need somebody in your corner. Go to www. betterhelp.com/HotPizzaAss Ophora - Upgrade your wellness with Ophora - water with no microplastics, that’s optimized for Superior Intra-Cellular Hydration. https://www.ophorawater.com/ref/Dahhhhling/ code Darling10 for 10% off your order. Humble Brands - Body care with high quality ingredients you can trust. Use code Erin15 for 15% off deodorants, soaps, and lip care at https://humb.crrnt.app/Erin15. Try my favorite signature scents Ginger Bergamot or Moroccan Rose. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hello-dahhhhling/support

Writer and mental health professional Dani Druz joins the podcast to educate us about Cluster B personality types and how they relate to trauma and addiction. Also, we talk about how to create an intriguing IG persona, answer your questions, and give astrology advice for your hot girl (or boy) summer with our new game - "love lust or bust."   TOPICS INCLUDE: how to identify someone who is not good for your nervous system handling friend break ups how to let go without "claw marks" surviving the dark night of the soul curating intrigue on IG (17:00) we answer your questions about making the first move, pedicures, grief, etc (30:00) astrology: love, lust, or bust (45:00)   LINKS: Gentleman's essay Hot Pizza Ass Episode on therapy   FOLLOW DANI: @danidruz @gameyourbrain   OUR SPONSORS: Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode. Take charge of your mental health and get 10% off of your first month of therapy at: https://BetterHelp.com/HotPizzaAss Try Thesis Nootropics and use code DARLING for 10% off your first order. See what formula would work best for your needs at takethesis.com Get 15% off all CannaAid products with code HOTPIZZAASS --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hello-dahhhhling/support

"If you want honest growth, you need honest truth." Taking care of your mental health is more important than ever. In this episode I talk about how therapy has helped me, what I've learned from therapy, tips on finding the right specialist, and times I've decided to take a break.      RESOURCES: The Saturday Center SAMHSA  Addiction Center // 12 Step Programs Find a Therapist Hot Pizza Ass with Basic Witches // IFS, Trauma, and other modalities Hot Pizza Ass with Dina Renee // My Best Friend's Exorcism     SOURCES: https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/products/databriefs/db419.htm https://www.talkspace.com/blog/the-top-five-most-common-mental-illnesses/ https://www.talkspace.com/blog/mental-health-statistics/ OUR SPONSORS: Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode. Take charge of your mental health and get 10% off of your first month of therapy at: https://BetterHelp.com/HotPizzaAss Try Thesis Nootropics and use code DARLING for 10% off your first order. See what formula would work best for your needs at takethesis.com Get 15% off all CannaAid products with code HOTPIZZAASS --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hello-dahhhhling/support

A comedian's take and experiences surrounding the rising gas prices.     TOPICS INCLUDE: How gas prices are affecting comedians, and relationships A horror story - driving 5 hours to do 5 minutes of comedy Long distance relationships (AKA anyone 20 minutes away) Tips and tricks OUR SPONSORS: Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode. Take charge of your mental health and get 10% off of your first month of therapy at: https://BetterHelp.com/HotPizzaAss Try Thesis Nootropics and use code DARLING for 10% off your first order. See what formula would work best for your needs at takethesis.com Get 15% off all CannaAid products with code HOTPIZZAASS   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hello-dahhhhling/support

Host, actress, and podcaster Jaclyn Marfuggi Caprio joins Hot Pizza Ass to talk about her new show, "Where Should We Eat?" She also dishes on the best spray tan tips, lessons learned while planning a wedding, and we give all the best food tips for your next brunch, date, or night out in Los Angeles. TOPICS INCLUDE Food recommendation list for the ages (with pizza, of course) Adjusting to married life How to choose a wedding dress where you can wall twerk (35) Lady Gaga stories Best meatballs   FOLLOW JACLYN @JaclynMarfuggi JACLYN'S SUGGESTIONS @bronzedbybrittla @thejessyjay @thelafacialist @facegym OUR SPONSORS Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode. Take charge of your mental health and get 10% off of your first month of therapy at: https://BetterHelp.com/HotPizzaAss Get 15% off all CannaAid products with code HOTPIZZAASS Try Thesis Nootropics and use code DARLING for 10% off your first order. See what formula would work best for your needs at takethesis.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hello-dahhhhling/support

Who doesn't love a glow up and a good old fashioned spiritual healing? Content queen Haely White joins the podcast to talk about a major awakening. How she went from acting, to producing, to directing, and moments where she leaned into life's lessons, energetics, and listened to the universe leading to her metamorphosis.          TOPICS INCLUDE: Hustling in the digital age Burying ourselves in business Internal growth and why we get stuck Book recommendations for your higher self Why you should 'real it til you make it' instead of 'faking it til you make it' Lessons learned through parenting When white knuckling doesn't work Knowing failure is only perceived failure  Embracing anger and the dark side   FOLLOW HAELY IG at @HaelyWhite IG at @dontcallmemommy   OUR SPONSORS: Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode. Take charge of your mental health and get 10% off of your first month of therapy at: https://BetterHelp.com/HotPizzaAss Get 15% off all CannaAid products with code HOTPIZZAASS Try Thesis Nootropics and use code DARLING for 10% off your first order. See what formula would work best for your needs at takethesis.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hello-dahhhhling/support