That Makeup Gal

We talk about love bombing like it’s something that just happens to us. But what if it’s not that simple? 

In this episode, I’m unpacking why I believe “love bombing” isn’t as simple as one manipulato…

This isn’t a list of clichés or Pinterest quotes.

It’s the real, messy, practical stuff that got me through some of my darkest times. In this episode, I share the points I jotted down, the reminders, …

In this solo episode, I’m unpacking something I think most of us feel but rarely admit out loud.

The weird unwritten rule book of connection in 2025.

What it means to try to build something honest with…

This one’s for the moments when you feel like you’re crumbling under self-doubt, when you’re second-guessing, people-pleasing, or trying to soften your edges to be more palatable.

In this episode, I u…

We’ve created a culture where every feeling is expected to fit into a tidy label, every connection into a clearly defined category, and every emotional response into a neat little box. But real life?…

What happens when you stop making their experience the main storyline and instead make it about yours?

This episode isn’t about a guy, it’s about what happened when I finally started taking my own adv…

In this episode, I talk about what happens when dating bumps up against abandonment wounds, unresolved grief, and your need to feel chosen.

But don’t worry, it’s not all heavy. I also get into the dif…

Ever feel like you’re dating with one hand on your heart and the other on the eject button? Same. 

In this episode, I’m talking sabotage, specifically, how I’ve masterfully self-destructed potential r…

Look. Digital dating is weird. We all hate it a little. But what if it could actually be… useful?

Stay with me.

In this episode, I’m talking about how to actually get something out of the talking stage…

Bit of grief, bit of heartache, bit of stress… basically, a classic Tuesday.

This episode gets real about the things we don’t post with an aesthetic filter. The parts of ADHD, anxiety, heartbreak, and…

In this episode we’re tearing up the imaginary rulebook on “perfect” because spoiler alert perfection doesn’t exist. It’s just another way we keep ourselves small and silent.

We talk about how our obs…

This one’s all about accountability—why it matters, why it’s uncomfortable, and why it’s the only way forward. 

I share some personal stories and touch on something I think a lot of people will relate…

Double digits! 

Episode 10 is here, and this one took me by surprise. I’m talking about the “Let Them” theory. The idea sounds great in theory—just let people do what they want, and don’t take it pers…

Quick heads-up—this episode sounds a little different because my usual recording setup glitched, so I had to use a backup mic. Bear with me, though, because there’s some good stuff in here. Hopefully…

This episode gets heavy, but it’s a conversation worth having. I share one of my darkest moments and the profound realisation that followed: the weight of life isn’t always as crushing as it feels in…

A multi topic episode linking back to the overarching topic of acceptance vs forgiveness.

Grief can steal time, leaving relationships and moments unattended. In this episode of That Makeup Gal, I ref…

In this episode, I dive into the tough reality of making changes within a small business when life itself is already turbulent. From overcoming the fear of change to facing the courage it takes to se…

Another deep dive into why choosing to stay single in your 30s is more than okay—it’s often an essential step on the path to self-understanding and healing. Reflecting on the influences of growing up…

In this episode, we’re diving into the often overlooked journey of unlearning hyper-independence. For anyone who’s been fiercely self-reliant, you know that finding comfort in vulnerability isn’t jus…

I dive into the tension between fear and growth—especially as we navigate adulthood and all the pressure that comes with it. 

We’re constantly told to stay youthful and fight against aging, as if grow…