(#474) They Said Having a Boyfriend is Embarrassing.

In this episode of The Queen of Pep Talks, Jessica dives into the viral Vogue conversation claiming that “having a boyfriend is embarrassing” — and unpacks what this trend really says about modern relationships, identity, and women’s fears around being seen in their joy.

Jessica breaks down why so many women feel ashamed to share their relationships online, how past trauma impacts their visibility, and why healthy love is never something to hide. She also opens up about her own experience being in a safe, supportive partnership, offering powerful mindset shifts around joy, vulnerability, and letting yourself be loved well.

Listeners will walk away feeling empowered to celebrate their happiness, embrace emotional intimacy, and stop shrinking their joy to fit internet narratives.

Topics covered:

• The viral Vogue article + why people are calling relationships “embarrassing”
• Fear of visibility in modern dating
• Hyper-independence vs genuine empowerment
• Normalizing healthy, secure love
• Letting yourself be seen in your joy
• Why hiding happiness only hurts you

If you’re ready to rethink how you show up in love — this episode is a must-listen.

Links:

Listen to the episode of Chisme Corner with Jessica.

Watch the Reel Jessica refers to.