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Ep. 13
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Hey Babs! I'm back in the Bravo-verse and as The Countess would say "she's startin'!"
I've officially returned after putting myself on pause for four-months after a whirlwind of events more intense than a Housewives reunion. I’ve been through it all—grief, healing, and some serious life shifts—and now I’m ready to spill all the realiTEA. In this epic comeback episode of Bravo Therapy, we’re diving deep into where I’ve been, how I’ve dealt with loss, the life lessons I’ve picked up along the way and of course how BravoTV (and Love Island!) got me through it all.
But it’s not all tears and tissues (especially since I'm a Capricorn and we don't cry, duh). We’re getting into some seriously iconic Bravo-coded moments that have helped me navigate it all—because if Sutton can spread Merce Cunningham's ashes from a purse and make it look chic, we can handle anything, right? Plus, I’m revealing some exciting updates about our new episode structure, including the launch of the Bravo Breakdown series, which will be dropping like it's hot every Friday. Whether you're here for the Housewives therapy, Bravo breakdowns, or just to catch up on all the drama, this episode is your all-access pass.
Key Points:
- Grief and Healing, Housewives Style: My journey through grief after losing loved ones, and how I channeled my inner Ariana Madix to keep it together.
- Mental Health Check-In: Why sometimes you need to pause, pour some Vida Tequila, and let yourself feel all the feels.
- Bravo-Coded Reflections: How iconic Bravo moments—from RHOBH to Shahs of Sunset—have mirrored my life and helped me process everything from breakdowns to breakthroughs.
- Podcast Updates: Introducing the new episode schedule—main episodes every Tuesday and our new Bravo Breakdown series every Friday. That's right, I'm doubling down like a housewife who refuses to apologize!
- Book Recommendation: Higher Purpose by Robert Holden—Perfect for when you need a little life coaching between Housewives episodes.
- Mental Health Tip: Courtesy of Kyle Cooke from Summer House: “Summer should be fun.” And so should life, even when it’s messy.
- Astrology Insights: Follow Chris Corsini for on-brand readings and mindful and demure astrology insights.
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