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A Girl Before Mom

A Girl Before Mom

By: Stacey Cardona
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Before the kids, before the responsibilities, there was just a girl trying to find her way. In A Girl Before Mom, Stacey Cardona pulls back the curtain on a life defined by resilience. Through stories of toxic love, the isolation of prison, and the hustle of single motherhood, Stacey proves that your past doesn’t define your future. This is a space for honest conversations about family, friends, and the messy process of finding yourself again. If you’ve ever felt lost in the shadows, tune in to find your light.Stacey Cardona
Episodes
  • Gaslighting 101: Defining the Experience and Reclaiming Your Truth

    Gaslighting 101: Defining the Experience and Reclaiming Your Truth
    Mar 20 2026

    In this milestone 50th episode, we’re breaking down one of the most misunderstood forms of emotional manipulation: gaslighting. What does it actually mean to be gaslit? We dive into the red flags, the psychological impact of having your reality questioned, and personal stories of navigating the fog. Whether you’re currently in it or looking back in hindsight, this episode is about validating your experience and learning how to trust your own mind again.
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    15 mins
  • Letting Go: The Aftermath

    Letting Go: The Aftermath
    Mar 20 2026

    The conversation continues. In part two of our series on friendship, we dive into the silence that follows a goodbye. How do you heal when there is no "closure" from the other person? We’re talking about emotional resilience, setting new boundaries, and the quiet peace found in choosing yourself.
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    17 mins
  • Swipe Smarter, Not Harder

    Swipe Smarter, Not Harder
    Mar 20 2026

    We’ve been through the trenches so you don’t have to. In this episode, we’re sharing the hard-won lessons we’ve gathered from years of online dating. We discuss our personal "red flag" dealbreakers, how to spot a catfish from a mile away, and why we’re finally (maybe) ready to delete the apps for good. It’s a survival guide for the modern romantic.
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    16 mins
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