In today's AMA on-air episode, Adele talks about a listener who doesn't have friends for a bridal party, we think she can have a wedding without one. She also unpacks if body count matters, and what happens when you go through a breakup later in life - spoiler alert, Adele reminds you that you are always on time, and it will be ok. She then wraps the show with some advice on navigating those off days, especially as we head into winter/colder months here in Aus. If you are struggling with your me...
Apr 20, 2023•22 min•Season 1Ep. 58
In today's episode, Adele is talking about all things getting out of your comfort zone. She unpacks why it is so hard to get out of our comfort zone, along with all the reasons it's so important to do this. Adele shares when she has left her comfort zone in the past and she gives you practical tips to do the same. Donation link: https://toyboxaustralia.grassrootz.com/miss-universe-australia-2023/maddison-cottle-1 If you are struggling with your mental health, please find some more mental health ...
Apr 15, 2023•28 min•Season 1Ep. 57
In today's AMA on-air episode, Adele talks about how to know if your boyfriend is or isn't the one. Adele also shares her tips for managing overthinking and gives her advice on what she does when overthinking. We also talk about asking for a second date and then she wraps the show with some advice on traveling with a partner (and Adele tells a super gross story about this - sorry haha). If you are struggling with your mental health, please find some more mental health helplines below or chat wit...
Apr 13, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 56
In today's episode, Adele is talking about all things forgiveness & letting go. You will hear her top tips and process for forgiveness, and Adele also unpacks forced forgiveness, and why it's not the vibe. We wrap the show with some listener questions, including discussing how to forgive yourself and how to forgive a partner for cheating. If you are struggling with your mental health, please find some more mental health helplines below or chat with your GP. Mental health helplines Follow us ...
Apr 08, 2023•32 min•Season 1Ep. 55
In today's AMA on-air episode, Adele talks about how to know you are over an ex and ready to move on. Adele also shares some insight into managing loneliness and gives her advice on what she does, when she feels lonely. We also talk about whether or not it's ok to stalk exes and old friends online and then we wrap the show with some advice on navigating those final teen years. Buy Tickets to Basically Besties Basically Besties Melb Show Basically Besties Adelaide Show If you are struggling with ...
Apr 06, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 54
In today's episode, Adele is talking about all things moving out of home. You will hear her top tips, and her regrets after moving over 5 times in her 20s. Adele also gets to some very juicy listener questions, including conversations to have with your partner before moving out, renting regret, and living at home to save for a house deposit. If you are struggling with your mental health, please find some more mental health helplines below or chat with your GP. Mental health helplines Additional ...
Apr 01, 2023•41 min•Season 1Ep. 53
In today's AMA on-air episode, Adele talks about body image after a listener who lost 50 kilos, is struggling to find peace with her body. Adele also shares some insight into what to do when you miss an ex and then she unpacks how to handle quitting and working with another nasty boss. This nasty boss pays the listener well, but Adele still has some thoughts. We wrap the show by talking about supportive friends and what to do when they don't listen or you disagree with their actions. If you are ...
Mar 30, 2023•24 min•Season 1Ep. 52
In today's AMA on-air episode, we have another juicy one - Adele can't stop talking. Today she talks about how to handle an unsuccessful job interview/ rejection at work. She also shares some insight into a negative tarot card reading that a listener had (woo-woo warning for question 2) and then Adele unpacks how tattoos impacted her career opportunities. You will hear her story about when her tattoos were an issue in the past, and then we wrap the show by talking about secret hater friends. If ...
Mar 25, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 51
In today's episode, Adele is talking about 30 lessons before she turns 30! Prompted by the fact she is turning 30 soon, Adele wants to share all the things that she thinks are important from her 20s. Thank you for joining Adele this week, we hope you enjoyed this show episode. If you are struggling with your mental health, please find some more mental health helplines below or chat with your GP. Mental health helplines Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/yoursafespacepod/ Have a question ...
Mar 23, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 50
In today's episode, Adele is talking about 30 lessons before she turns 30! Prompted by the fact she is turning 30 soon, Adele wants to share all the things that she thinks are important from her 20s. Thank you for joining Adele this week, we hope you enjoyed this show episode. If you are struggling with your mental health, please find some more mental health helplines below or chat with your GP. Mental health helplines Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/yoursafespacepod/ Have a question ...
Mar 18, 2023•26 min•Season 1Ep. 49
In today's AMA on-air episode, we have another long one - Adele can't stop talking. Today she talks about the ways to show & receive love aside from love languages (listen to ep 45 if you liked this q). She also shares some insight into imposter syndrome in both the corporate world and social media. You will hear her top organisation tips and tricks, and then we wrap the show by talking about if they (our exes) really always come back. If you are struggling with your mental health, please fi...
Mar 16, 2023•28 min•Season 1Ep. 48
This episode carries a trigger warning for death, grief & fertility. If you are triggered by this episode, please call lifeline on 13 11 14. In today's episode, Adele is talking about aging and getting older. Prompted by the fact she is turning 30 soon, Adele unpacks aging and all the things that we struggle with when it comes to getting older. She also looks at the other side and talks about the good things, then gives you guidance and practical tips if this topic is something you have been...
Mar 11, 2023•38 min•Season 1Ep. 47
In today's AMA on-air episode, we have a juicy episode with a range of topics. Adele discusses what to do when you have to make a decision that is leaving you confused. She also shares her favorite activity for this, as we have a listener unsure if she should move with her partner. She also talks about burnout at work, sharing the load of housework at home, and dating more than one person at a time while single. Plus there is a juicy dating horror story at the end. Thank you for joining Adele th...
Mar 09, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 46
In today's episode, Adele is talking about love languages. Adele unpacks the concept of love languages and gives examples of how to practice them on yourself or others. She also gives you guidance on how to figure them out, the psychology behind them, and the downside of them too! This show also features lots of community input through out. As mentioned in the show, check your love language here . Thank you for joining Adele this week, we hope you enjoyed this show episode. If you are struggling...
Mar 04, 2023•37 min•Season 1Ep. 45
In today's AMA on-air episode, we have a juicy episode with a range of topics. Adele discusses therapy and also unpacks what to do when a listener is having conflict and fighting with their partner. She then talks about FOMO and why she loves staying home and wraps the ep with a career question with a listener and a boss that's a bully. Thank you for joining Adele this week, we hope you enjoyed this show episode. If you are struggling with your mental health, please find some more mental health ...
Mar 02, 2023•26 min•Season 1Ep. 44
In today's episode, Adele discusses the power of having a growth mindset. Adele unpacks what a growth mindset is, and what the difference between a growth and a fixed mindset is, with her giving some examples of both and why she loves having a growth mindset. She also wraps the show with her top 10 tips to help you channel a growth mindset. Thank you for joining Adele this week, we hope you enjoyed this show episode. If you are struggling with your mental health, please find some more mental hea...
Feb 25, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 43
In today's AMA on-air episode, Adele unpacks what to do when one partner wants kids and the other is unsure. She also discusses her top solo travel tips and how to manage some of that travel anxiety. And we wrap the show with a chat about sexual aftercare and how to ask for it from your partner. Thank you for joining Adele this week, we hope you enjoyed this show episode. If you are struggling with your mental health, please find some more mental health helplines below or chat with your GP. Ment...
Feb 23, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 42
In today's episode, Adele discusses boundaries. This episode has been one she has been hanging to do! Adele unpacks what boundaries are, the many types that exist, and the reasons why she (and the community) love them. There are practical tips, examples, and community input given throughout the episode. Plus a few listener questions about healthy boundaries, when someone doesn't honor them, and Adele's top tips for boundary setting and practicing. Thank you for joining Adele this week, we hope y...
Feb 18, 2023•27 min•Season 1Ep. 41
In today's AMA on-air episode, Adele unpacks her tips for long-distance relationships. She also discusses how to balance WFH life and how to stay focused in this setting. She also gives her advice on making changes in your life when you know something needs to change. Thank you for joining Adele this week, we hope you enjoyed this show episode. If you are struggling with your mental health, please find some more mental health helplines below or chat with your GP. Mental health helplines Follow u...
Feb 16, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 40
In today's episode, Adele discusses manifesting. This episode unpacks the psychology behind manifesting and Adele explains the way she likes to practice it. There are practical steps, examples, and manifestation stories throughout. Plus a few juicy listener questions about manifesting specific people and negative self talk. Thank you for joining Adele this week, we hope you enjoyed this show episode. If you are struggling with your mental health, please find some more mental health helplines bel...
Feb 11, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 39
In today's AMA on-air episode, Adele unpacks what to do when a friend hurts you. She discusses how to balance time for yourself and a relationship and she then gives our single listeners her tips for finding dates. We also have a chat about our year 12 students and give them some advice for their final year. Thank you for joining Adele this week, we hope you enjoyed this show episode. If you are struggling with your mental health, please find some more mental health helplines below or chat with ...
Feb 09, 2023•27 min•Season 1Ep. 38
In today's episode, Adele discusses Valentine's Day. This episode contains something for everyone, with content for both our singles & couples. Adele unpacks the origins and history of the day and plays cupid for you all. She also shares and troubleshoots the struggles, giving you practical ways to navigate the day. Thank you for joining Adele this week, we hope you enjoyed this show episode. If you are struggling with your mental health, please find some more mental health helplines below o...
Feb 04, 2023•33 min•Season 1Ep. 37
In today's AMA on-air episode, Adele unpacks the results of our listener survey and is so grateful to all of you who participated. She also discusses how to tell if someone you are dating is genuinely interested in you and she also gives you her top savings tips. We end the show with a chat about a listener whose boyfriend's ex is staying in touch with his family via Facebook. Thank you for joining Adele this week, we hope you enjoyed this show episode. If you need financial support, please get ...
Feb 02, 2023•28 min•Season 1Ep. 36
In today's episode, Adele discusses body image. This episode contains a content warning for disordered eating, mental health, and body image issues. If you need assistance, please call Life Line on 13 11 14, Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800, or The Butterfly Foundation on 1800 33 46 73. Today, we discuss what body image is and what kinds of things impact it throughout our life. Adele shares her own struggle with body image and gives you some advice on the signs to look out for if you are struggling...
Jan 28, 2023•42 min•Season 1Ep. 35
In today's AMA on air episode, Adele discusses how to deal with ghosting and if she ever worries about not meeting 'the one'. She also gives you her thoughts on making mistakes in life, and we also chat about her favourite ways to de-stress! Thank you for joining Adele this week, we hope you enjoyed this show episode. If you are struggling with your mental health, please find some more mental health helplines below or chat with your GP. Mental health helplines Follow us on IG: https://www.instag...
Jan 26, 2023•23 min•Season 1Ep. 34
In today's episode, Adele discusses hook-up culture. Living in a world with social media, dating apps, hook-up culture, and situationships, Adele covers what hook-up culture is and unpacks the pros and cons behind it. She also talks about how to avoid situationships and how to heal from them if you have been through one, along with how to date with clarity and ask for what you want from dating. Thank you for joining Adele this week, we hope you enjoyed this show episode. If you are struggling wi...
Jan 21, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 33
In today's episode, Adele discusses how to deal with homesickness and being away from family, her thoughts on dating someone at work and whether or not she believes in soulmates. There are also some book recommendations in here for healing from a separation/ breakup. Link to the playlist on Adele's YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQ_TX7IWrXAtVt2UnBDaNUnDkjJFRQdB4 Thank you for joining Adele this week, we hope you enjoyed this show episode. If you are struggling with your mental healt...
Jan 19, 2023•20 min•Season 1Ep. 32
In today's episode, Adele discusses the viral 'Lucky Girl Syndrome' . After blowing up on TikTok, the mindset side resonated with Adele and she wanted to share her tips if you want to have the lucky person syndrome. Adele covers what Lucky Girl Syndrome is and the elements that sit behind it, including mindset & psychology, she also gives some examples of it in reality and ways you can become the luckiest person too! Please let us know if you enjoyed this episode or had any thoughts on the p...
Jan 14, 2023•24 min•Season 1Ep. 31
In today's episode, Adele discusses how to deal with the start of the year feeling weird and getting back into a routine, being in love and finding someone else attractive, sleeping with and/or getting back together with an ex, and navigating the online dating scene. Please let us know if you enjoyed this episode or had any thoughts https://forms.gle/c2VDZ8HJJs2AHFSM8 (constructive feedback is always welcomed). Thank you for joining Adele this week, we hope you enjoyed this show episode. If you ...
Jan 12, 2023•28 min•Season 1Ep. 30
In today's episode, Adele discusses how to deal with attending events, such as weddings alone, her best tips for waking up early, how to create a strong relationship with your parents, and how much of a red flag is it if the guy you are seeing, still has contact with his ex. Please let us know if you enjoyed this episode or had any thoughts https://forms.gle/c2VDZ8HJJs2AHFSM8 (constructive feedback is always welcomed). Thank you for joining Adele this week, we hope you enjoyed this show episode....
Jan 07, 2023•28 min•Season 1Ep. 29
