Are we raising our standards… or raising unrealistic expectations?

Social media is flooded with “princess treatment,” “bare minimum,” and “if he wanted to, he would” content — and it’s making a lot of women quietly question their relationships.

Should he be doing more?
Are you settling?
Or are we comparing real love to highlight reels?

In this episode, we break down a viral video where a woman shares all the things her husband does for her — from driving her everywhere to funding her dream life — and we unpack what happens when that becomes the template for what a “good partner” should look like.

This isn’t about tearing anyone down.
It’s about discernment.

We’re talking comparison culture, quiet relationship wins, unrealistic expectations, and what actually defines a healthy partnership.

Because healthy love doesn’t always go viral.

Ready for more of The Bestie Perspective?

• Tiktok @⁠thebestieperspective⁠

• Instagram @⁠thebestieperspective⁠

• YouTube @ ⁠thebestieperspective⁠

Connect with us!

• Aylen @ ⁠Aylen_harmonyhealing⁠

• Hannah @ ⁠nursehannahmatthews⁠

• Lauryn @ ⁠yourgreatnessguide⁠

• ⁠https://linktr.ee/thebestieperspective

Hey Besties… welcome back! 💕

In Part 2 of Making Card Readings Less Tarot-fying, we’re flipping the script and exploring the other side of the conversation. In Part 1, we talked about the skeptics, the stigma, and the criticism surrounding tarot and oracle readings. But today? We’re diving into the magic.

We’re sharing our personal, positive experiences with getting and giving readings — the moments that felt affirming, eye-opening, healing, and even fun. We talk about what we truly love about working with cards as an intuitive tool for reflection, guidance, and insight.

Plus… it’s SHOW & TELL time! 🔮
We’re highlighting a few of our favorite tarot and oracle decks, sharing what makes them special, and why we love playing with them.

Is this something you’d like us to do more often? 👀
We’re open to turning this into a recurring series where we pull cards, explore intuitive topics, and bring you along for the journey. Let us know what you’d love to see! More readings? Specific themes? Guest readings?

Comment and share your feedback — we’re listening, besties 💫

Ready for more of The Bestie Perspective?

• Tiktok @⁠thebestieperspective⁠

• Instagram @⁠thebestieperspective⁠

• YouTube @ ⁠thebestieperspective⁠

Connect with us!

• Aylen @ ⁠Aylen_harmonyhealing⁠

• Hannah @ ⁠nursehannahmatthews⁠

• Lauryn @ ⁠yourgreatnessguide⁠

• ⁠https://linktr.ee/thebestieperspective

So Besties… in this episode, we’re talking about cards. Not poker. Not Go Fish. (Although yes — they did start there.) We’re diving into tarot and oracle cards — minus the drama, minus the fear, and minus the mystical gatekeeping.

If you’ve ever been curious about card readings but felt skeptical… intimidated… or maybe even warned against them — this episode is for you.

We’re breaking down:

• What tarot and oracle cards actually are

• How people use them for insight, reflection, and guidance

• Why they’re not inherently “good” or “bad”

• And where the criticism and skepticism come from

Let’s be real — tarot isn’t automatically harmful. But like any tool, it depends on how it’s used, why it’s used, and who’s using it. For some, it’s a mirror for self-awareness. For others, it can become a crutch, distraction, or even a spiritual gray area.

In this episode, we unpack the myths, address the doubts, and talk honestly about the responsibility that comes with intuitive practices.

Because here’s the truth:
You are the power that comes through the cards.

Whether you're card-curious, spiritually cautious, or thinking about buying your first deck — this is your grounded, no-fear starting point into the world of intuitive card reading.

Let’s make it less tarot-fying and more clarifying. ✨

Ready for more of The Bestie Perspective?

• Tiktok @⁠thebestieperspective⁠

• Instagram @⁠thebestieperspective⁠

• YouTube @ ⁠thebestieperspective

Connect with us!

• Aylen @ Aylen_harmonyhealing

• Hannah @ nursehannahmatthews

• Lauryn @ yourgreatnessguide

  
  

• https://linktr.ee/thebestieperspective

The Bestie Perspective has brought you 30 episodes since launch date! We're Sending you off into the holiday season with reflections and stories as we uncover the ins and outs of season one. Lauryn, Hannah, and Aylen share their growing pains as well as the milestones they accomplished as individuals and as a group. Listen to this episode to get even more insight on the Besties and their journey in their first season as a new podcast!

Want to connect? Tap our ⁠⁠Linktree⁠⁠ for everything Bestie Perspective—listen to episodes, follow our socials, and connect with each of us! 💫

💛 Love the episode? Follow, comment, and share it with your besties! Your support helps us grow and reach more listeners like you. Tag us @thebestieperspective — we’d love to hear your thoughts!

Have a question or topic request? Slide into our DMs on Instagram or TikTok or email us at thebestieperspective@gmail.com—we’d love to connect with you and feature your ideas in a future episode! 💌

Astrology charts, psychic messages, energy healing… oh my. This episode is a full breakdown of our spontaneous weekend at a holistic mind-body-spirit fair — what we tried, what hit deep, what surprised us, and what came through in the energy. We’re talking Vedic astrology, mediumship, emotional breakthroughs, and our very first taste of Sei Mei. Come hang out for the tea, the insights, and the magic.

Update: It’s one month later and Hannah’s acne is clearer than it’s been in a very long time! Thank you Sei Mei!

Links & Mentions from the Episode:

• • Mind, Body, Spirit Holistic Wellness Fair: https://bigpsychicfair.com/
  • Aylen’s Reiki Master, Betty McKeon: https://bettymckeon.net/

Want to connect? Tap our Linktree for everything Bestie Perspective—listen to episodes, follow our socials, and connect with each of us! 💫

• 💛 Love the episode? Follow, comment, and share it with your besties! Your support helps us grow and reach more listeners like you. Tag us @thebestieperspective — we’d love to hear your thoughts!

• 
  

  Have a question or topic request? Slide into our DMs on Instagram or TikTok or email us at thebestieperspective@gmail.com—we’d love to connect with you and feature your ideas in a future episode! 💌

The holidays are supposed to be “the most wonderful time of the year,” right? But between family drama, awkward dinners, seasonal depression, and the pressure to feel merry 24/7... sometimes it feels more like survival mode.

In this episode, we’re diving into how to navigate family gatherings without losing your cool, what to do when the winter blues hit hard, and how gratitude can actually bring back that sense of magic we crave during the holiday season.

We’ll share practical mindset shifts, heartwarming stories, and a few laughs to help you get through (and maybe even enjoy) the chaos.

✨ Listen if you’re looking for: holiday survival tips, navigating family conflict, seasonal depression help, gratitude practices, and ways to protect your peace this season.

🎄 Let’s make this holiday one that FEELS good... not just one that looks good.

Hey Besties! Ready to get into things that “go against the grain’? Today, we're discussing unpopular opinions. You know, the ones that get you side-eyes at dinner or silence in group chats. From the mildly controversial to the downright blasphemous, we're unpacking the things some people think but rarely say out loud. Some opinions you might secretly agree with, totally reject, or still be side-eyeing if you hear someone claim one of these in public. Whether you're rethinking your stance or doubling down on your own hot takes...You don’t have to agree — you just have to listen.

Want to connect? Tap our ⁠Linktree⁠ for everything Bestie Perspective—listen to episodes, follow our socials, and connect with each of us! 💫

💛 Love the episode? Follow, comment, and share it with your besties! Your support helps us grow and reach more listeners like you. Tag us @thebestieperspective — we’d love to hear your thoughts!

Have a question or topic request? Slide into our DMs on Instagram or TikTok or email us at thebestieperspective@gmail.com—we’d love to connect with you and feature your ideas in a future episode! 💌

What if talking about death didn’t have to be dark, sad, or scary? This Halloween week, we’re diving into one of life’s biggest taboos—with curiosity, humor, and heart. Our first-ever guest, Rhonda Basner, joins us to unpack what happens at Death Cafés, why open conversations about death can actually make life feel fuller, and the wild world of end-of-life options you didn’t even know existed (hello, aquamation and body composting 👀).

Grab your candy, pour a cup of tea, and get ready for a chat that’s surprisingly uplifting—and might just make you rethink what it means to live.

💌 Guest Links & Resources

Connect with Rhonda Basner:
📧 threefeetunder@outlook.com

Keep the conversation going with The Death Deck!
👉 Get 20% off your Death Deck here
💸 Use code BESTIE20 for 20% off any deck on their website!

☕ Curious Conversations About Death💬 Death Cafés — Join an open, honest chat about death (and maybe some cake 🍰).
🍻 Death Over Drafts — Because sometimes the best conversations happen over a drink.
🍽️ Death Over Dinner — Gather around the table and bring death to the dinner conversation.

🌿 End-of-Life Education & Planning⚖️ Funeral Consumers Alliance — Empowering you to make informed funeral choices.
🏡 National Home Funeral Alliance — Learn about family-led and home-based end-of-life care.
📝 Advanced Directives: Search “Your State + Advanced Directives” or check out Five Wishes to start planning.
💛 Compassion & Choices — Supporting autonomy and dignity at life’s end.

Want to connect? Tap our Linktree for everything Bestie Perspective—listen to episodes, follow our socials, and connect with each of us! 💫

💛 Love the episode? Follow, comment, and share it with your besties! Your support helps us grow and reach more listeners like you. Tag us @thebestieperspective — we’d love to hear your thoughts!

• 
  

• Have a question or topic request? Slide into our DMs on Instagram or TikTok or email us at thebestieperspective@gmail.com—we’d love to connect with you and feature your ideas in a future episode! 💌