OSWS: Love, Longing & Letdowns - The Real Conversation About Valentine’s Day

With Valentine’s Day just past, let’s talk love, longing, and letdowns.In this episode of Oversharing, Krista and Shannon unpack the complicated emotional landscape of love — from the commercialization of Valentine’s Day to the very human experience of yearning, disappointment, and evolving expectations in relationships. This is an honest, grounded conversation about love in all its forms — romantic, platonic, and the relationship you have with yourself. They talk about:Why Valentine’s Day can trigger loneliness, resentment, or pressureThe natural longing for love — and why it’s not something to be ashamed ofDisillusionment in romantic relationships and what it actually teaches usHow romance changes over time (and why that’s not always a bad thing)The importance of self-love, boundaries, and maintaining your identityWhy modern dating can feel overwhelming, transactional, or exhaustingWhat it really means to “fill your own cup”Because love isn’t just flowers and grand gestures.It’s respect.It’s self-awareness.It’s emotional maturity.And sometimes? It’s learning to stop outsourcing your worth to someone else. If Valentine’s Day brings up mixed emotions for you — this one’s for you.➡️ ‼️Attention:My friend Elicia Ybarra is launching 21 Days to Unbreakable — a 21-day self-defence and confidence training for women who are done playing small.This isn’t about living in fear. It’s about embodied confidence — learning how to protect yourself, trust your instincts, and walk through the world differently.The program includes video lessons, a guided workbook, practice drills, and community support.Enrolment opens March 2.Use code BecomingSound2026 for $50 off.Learn more: https://www.prettyhandshardpunches.com/unbreakable👉 Grab the free Self Love guide at kristazaft.com to start unlearning the patterns of over-functioning and begin building a life where you're supported, seen, and thriving.💬 Want personalized support? Book a free strategy call to explore how coaching can help you reclaim your energy, self-trust, and vision for a life that actually feels good.Connect with Us: 🔗 Website:  https://kristazaft.com/🔗 Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/zaftkrista/🔗 Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/krista.zaft/🔗 TikTok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@kristazaft?lang=en🔗 YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@kristazaftPlease Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series  and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.