S03E53. The Year Everything Fell Apart (And How We’re Starting Fresh in 2026)

Get ready for a brutally honest deep dive into the year that tried to take Cris and Katie out, and how they clawed their way back with transparency, support, and a whole lot of dark humour. This episode isn’t a polished recap; it’s the real behind-the-scenes of pregnancy loss, burnout, online bullying, perimenopause, ankle injuries, and the kind of stress that forces you to rebuild everything from the inside out.If you’ve ever had a year where life stacked challenge after challenge, where your nervous system waved the white flag, or where you questioned who you were becoming, this conversation is going to feel like someone finally said the quiet parts out loud.In this episode, you’ll find out:Why 2025 felt less like a “rebuild” and more like a full identity shake-up.The surprising fertility findings that explained Katie’s back-to-back losses.What was actually said in the online bullying thread (and why it cut so deep).The moment Katie’s mental health fully collapsed and what finally helped.The conversation where Cris lost it… and how it changed their friendshipThe health signs Cris couldn’t ignore anymore (aka the ones Katie was waiting for her to admit).The business pivots and failed ventures that forced a complete reset.Share this episode with a friend who checks her horoscope and her skincare routine. Subscribe, rate, and review to help more women discover how self-awareness (and a little astrology) can transform their skin.Let's ConnectApply to work with us in The Clear Skin Solution, here.Download The Gut Loving Cheat Sheet, here.Follow Katie on Instagram, here.