Between You and Us

We all know someone who disappears the second they start dating someone... and if we're being honest, we've probably all been that person at some point too. In this episode, we're talking about maintaining friendships while in a relationship, why your friends should never be the backup plan, and how to build a relationship that adds to your life instead of replacing it. Because at the end of the day, the right relationship won't pull you away from your life, it'll make it even fuller.

Nobody tells you that adulthood is equal parts freedom, responsibility, excitement, and confusion. In this episode, we're talking about what we thought life would look like by our mid-to-late twenties versus the reality of actually living it. From work and relationships to changing goals and learning to trust yourself, we're sharing the lessons that surprised us most about growing up.

Whether it’s a breakup, a move, a job, or just outgrowing an old version of yourself, starting over can feel really overwhelming. In this episode, we’re talking about the reality of fresh starts — the grief, the freedom, and the opportunity that comes with rebuilding your life in a way that feels more aligned. Because the unknown can be scary, but staying somewhere that no longer fits you is scarier.

You can say all the right things at the right time… and it still won’t land. In this episode, we’re talking about the reality that people have to come to things in their own timing, no matter how clear it may seem from the outside. We get into letting go of control, being there without forcing the outcome, and why the lesson only sticks when they choose it for themselves.

Being alone and feeling alone are two completely different things — and learning that changes everything. In this episode, we’re talking about how to actually get comfortable being alone, from sitting with your thoughts to breaking the habit of constantly filling the space. We get into independence, confidence, and why learning to love your own company is one of the biggest upgrades you can make in your life.

Mixed signals aren’t actually confusing — they’re just information you don’t want to accept. In this episode, we’re breaking down what mixed signals really mean, from inconsistent effort to saying one thing and doing another. We talk about why we justify the behavior, how easy it is to get caught in the highs and lows, and why consistency will always matter more than intensity.

It’s a tough realization, but at some point, you just know — you like them more than they like you. In this episode, we’re talking about the subtle signs, the gut feelings, and the moments where you start to question where you really stand. From accepting breadcrumbs to shrinking yourself just to make it work, we get into why it happens, why we stay, and how letting go is often the most powerful thing you can do.

Sometimes life will tap you on the shoulder and sometimes it’ll hit you with a brick. In this episode, we’re talking about the lessons we had to learn the hard way — from seeing the good in people a little too much to realizing no one is coming to change your life for you. We get into missed signs, redirection, and protecting your energy — because at the end of the day, the hardest lessons are usually the ones that shape you the most.

They always come back - just not always for the reasons you think. In this episode we’re getting real about why people circle back after a breakup, the difference between a casual check-in and a real comeback, and how easy it is to get pulled back into something that no longer serves you. It’s not about whether or not they come back, it’s about what you do when they do.

It’s not about doing everything perfectly, it’s about doing the small things your future self will thank you for. In this episode, we’re talking about how tiny, everyday decisions add up, from keeping promises to yourself to learning when to push and when to give yourself grace. Because at the end of the day, you’re either helping your future self or making things harder for her.

You don’t need a perfect routine — you need one you’ll actually do. In this episode, we’re getting real about why overcomplicating your routine is what’s holding you back, and how the smallest habits can completely shift your mindset. Let's talk about consistency, self-respect, and why learning to enjoy the “boring” parts of your day can quietly change everything.

You’re not dating them - you’re dating who they could be. In this episode, we’re getting honest about romanticizing potential, ignoring red flags, and why we stay in situations that don’t actually meet our needs. We talk about the difference between seeing the best in someone vs. creating a version of them in your head, and how learning to see people for who they are is one of the most important forms of self-respect.

Everyone says your 20s are supposed to be the best years of your life but no one talks about how confusing, overwhelming, and all over the place they actually are. In this episode, we’re getting real about the pressure to have it all figured out — careers, relationships, timelines — and why that’s kind of a lie. We talk through the mindset shifts that have helped us navigate the chaos, trust ourselves more, and stop feeling like we’re behind.

This is our first episode of Between You and Us — so go easy on us. We’re two 26-year-olds who became friends in our 20s, bonded over life, and realized we’ve been having the same kinds of conversations we wish more people talked about out loud. Your 20s are confusing, constantly changing, and we definitely don’t have it all figured out — but we’ve learned a lot along the way. This is a little intro into who we are, where we’re at, and why we decided to start Between You and Us.