Don't Be A Dick with Gretchen Clark

This week on DBAD… it’s chaos, it’s advice, it’s “what the hell is wrong with men?” energy.We’re kicking things off with Bear updates (because obviously he’s perfect and we’re obsessed), but then we spiral, in the best way, into everything from toxic relationships to internet drama to real-life “am I the dick?” dilemmas.We’re talking:-Love bombers and emotionally unhinged men (yes, we’re naming names… kinda)-Why women still feel the need to shrink themselves in dating-The reality of modern friendships, weddings, and spending money you don’t even have-The biggest red flags you’re probably ignoring (but shouldn’t)-And the one thing you absolutely do when a married man slides into your DMsIt’s unfiltered, it’s honest, it’s slightly unhinged, and it might just save you from making a very expensive or very emotional mistake.If you’ve ever felt like you’re overthinking… you’re not.If you’ve ever gotten the ick… trust it.And if he’s acting weird? He probably is.Let’s get into it.

In this week’s episode, Gretchen shares the emotional, unexpected story of adopting Bear, the rescue dog who showed up at exactly the right time, looking almost impossibly like Moose and Henry combined.She talks about the moment she and Troy saw his photo, why it felt like Moose had sent him, and how grief, timing, fate, and love all collided in one very surreal day. From bringing Henry and Dallas to meet him, to watching Lennon call him “Moose,” this episode is a tender reminder that nothing ever replaces the ones we lose, but sometimes love finds its way back into the house when we need it most.Gretchen also talks about why she will always advocate for rescuing, and the quiet magic of giving a shelter dog the life they deserve.

She’s back in your inbox. Literally.Round two of Ask Gretchen Anything, and you did not disappoint.This week we’re getting into the messy stuff: the coworker you can’t stop thinking about (you know who you are), the best friend who’s lowkey draining the life out of you, and the guy who ghosted after saying he was “on his way.” Classic.Also on the table:  ∙  When “I’ve talked to him about it” isn’t the same as actually being heard  ∙  Why your first big paycheck might make you want to hide under a blanket (and why that’s not your fault)  ∙  The friend who hypes you up in person but won’t double-tap your post  ∙  And yes, we went there on Alex Cooper vs. Alix EarleNo fluff. No “it depends.” Just Gretchen, your emails, and some opinions she’s not taking back.Send your questions, your drama, your moral gray areas to askGBclark@gmail.com (fake names, please) and let’s do it again next week.

New format. Same energy. Way more chaos.Welcome to the very first Ask Gretchen Anything episode, where nothing is off-limits and the advice is… aggressively honest.You guys wrote in with everything, from “should I dump my boyfriend?” (spoiler: probably) to situationships that are making you feel insane, to those gut feelings you can’t ignore but keep trying to rationalize anyway.This is real talk. No sugarcoating. No “it depends.” Just the kind of advice your friends wish they had the guts to give you.We’re talking:the difference between a “normal relationship lull” and “this is not your person”why situationships are basically self-sabotage in disguisewhen your gut is whispering… and when it’s screamingand how to actually start choosing yourself instead of settlingIf you’ve ever felt stuck, confused, or like you’re lowkey betraying yourself just to keep the peace… this one’s for you.Send your questions, your drama, your “Sunday secrets” (legal ones only, please 😅)… and let’s get into it.

In this week’s episode, Gretchen gets into something a lot of women feel but don’t always know how to fix, how to be more magnetic, more confident, and better at conversation, especially when postpartum brain, social awkwardness, or self-doubt make you feel like you’ve lost your spark.She shares the simple shifts that instantly make people want to talk to you more, from being genuinely curious and asking better questions, to active listening, using people’s names, and making others feel seen, understood, and important. Gretchen also talks about what actually makes someone likable, why trying too hard to impress people usually backfires, and how confidence comes from being yourself, not performing.If you’ve ever walked into a room and thought, “why do I feel so awkward?” or wished you were better at making friends, networking, dating, or just holding a great conversation, this episode is packed with practical, no-BS advice that will help.

In this week’s episode, Gretchen starts with a little life update, sweet family time with her dad and stepmom, the dogs doing better, and a few very unfiltered thoughts on the internet’s latest chaos. Then she gets into something she knows inside and out: network marketing, social media, and why so many people are sitting on a huge opportunity without fully going for it.She breaks down the difference between people who actually build something and people who stay stuck, from being coachable and consistent, to understanding that this business is simple, but not easy. Gretchen also talks about mindset, showing up authentically online, treating your platform like a real brand, and why half-in, half-out energy will never get you the results you want.If you’ve ever felt like you’ve lost your confidence postpartum, you’re second guessing your voice, or you know you’re not showing up with both feet in, this episode is the kick up the ass and the perspective shift you probably need.

In this week’s episode, Gretchen is trying to bring a little more light back in. After a brutally hard season, she talks honestly about what Moose’s loss has reminded her of, who and what actually matters, why so much of the noise we stress about is meaningless, and how grief has a way of making everything crystal clear.She also gets into finding little “glimmers” during dark moments, how her definition of success has changed over the years, and why confidence really comes from proving to yourself that you’ll do what you said you would. From building a solid girl group, to making new friends as an adult, to not forcing yourself to be “strong” all the time, this episode is part life update, part pep talk, and part big sister advice.If you’ve been feeling a little lost, lonely, in transition, or just tired of carrying everything perfectly, this one will feel like a deep breath.

In this week’s episode, Gretchen opens up about one of the hardest losses of her life, saying goodbye to Moose, her soul dog, best friend, and constant companion for nearly a decade. This is a raw, unpolished conversation about grief, love, heartbreak, and what it looks like to lose a dog who felt like family.She shares the story of Moose’s final days, the devastating decision to let him go, and why being there for your pet in their final moments is the last act of love you can give them. Gretchen also reflects on the weight of grief, how lonely it can feel when life keeps moving around you, and the responsibility that comes with loving and caring for a dog so deeply.This episode is tender, honest, and incredibly emotional. If you’ve ever loved a pet, lost one, or are facing that heartbreak yourself, this one will stay with you.

In this week’s episode, Gretchen kicks things off with a very real life update, a gloomy Atlanta day, an emotional funk, and a lot going on behind the scenes, including a scary health situation with Moose. Then she gets into the actual point of the episode, how to feel your feelings without letting them run your life.Gretchen breaks down the difference between being emotional and being reactive, and why “your feelings are not facts” is the mindset shift that changes everything. She shares how she’s learned to get out of funks faster by facing them head on, taking action anyway, and focusing on the controllables, even when she’s having a full blown pity party.She also gives practical reset tools that actually work, movement, sunshine, doing one small task you can finish, getting ready for the day, and getting into service by solving someone else’s problem. If you’ve been feeling off, overwhelmed, or like your emotions are driving the bus, this is the blunt pep talk you needed.