No New Friends

No New Friends

Author: Virginia Jones and Laura Ryan, LMFT - Mental Wellness & Humor March 27, 2025 Duration: 45:10

Another great audience question- how do you make friends as an adult? Also, Virginia explains how to meet alcoholics and Laura fleshes out the corporeal punishment part of her new religion.



References:


I hired a friendship coach to help me make friends. Here's what happened: Jen Glantz 


Opinion: Women choosing romantic relationships over friends is disheartening: Isabella Castellow


 7 Adults on the Struggle to Make Friends Later in Life and How They Did it: Elle Magazine


What is Causing Our Epidemic of Loneliness and How Can We Fix It? Researchers share what Americans have to say about social disconnection and potential solutions: Elizabeth M. Ross


The Scientific Reason It's So Hard to Make Friends as an Adult (and What to Do About It): Jessica Stillman


Ever wonder why adult friendships feel so challenging? This ‘friendship coach’ has advice: Eden Harris


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Ever wondered what happens when a licensed family therapist and a standup comedian are also sisters? That’s the unique dynamic at the heart of My Sister's A Therapist-Mental Health, Wellness, and Healing with Humor. Hosted by Virginia Jones and Laura Ryan, LMFT, this conversation feels like you’re sitting in on a deeply personal, often hilarious chat between siblings who’ve seen it all. Laura brings professional insight from her therapy practice, while Virginia offers the comedic relief and pop culture savvy, making topics like anxiety, trauma, and personal growth surprisingly approachable. You’ll hear real, actionable advice woven seamlessly with their own family stories and anecdotes, proving that healing doesn’t always have to be a solemn process. Episodes dive into everything from feminism and trending TikTok dramas to interviews with special guests and direct responses to listener questions. The result is a genuinely comforting yet entertaining space that demystifies mental wellness. This podcast stands out because it’s built on a lifetime of shared history, offering a blend of expertise and relatability that’s hard to find elsewhere. Tune in for a dose of clarity, connection, and the kind of laughter that feels just as important as the advice.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

My Sister's A Therapist- Mental Health, Wellness, and Healing with Humor
Podcast Episodes
Irresponsible Diagnoses: It's A Wonderful Life [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:39
Laura and Virginia diagnose their favorite characters in the Frank Capra classic, It's A Wonderful Life. We love you, Jimmy Stewart! Mental health- feminism-family dynamics-LMFT -intermittent explosive disorder- Borderli…
Morals [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:20
Sometimes, an episode is based on a fan letter. Sometimes, it's tiktok. This week, it's a conversation Virginia had with a dummy. Where do morals come from? Is it God?Philosophy- moral philosophy- Heinz dilemma- atheism-…
Are Boyfriends...Cringe? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:45
Is it embarrassing to have a boyfriend, now?References:Eddie Dresden: Tik Tok "Is Having a Boyfriend Embarrassing Now? CHANTÉ JOSEPHWhy Do We Prioritize Romantic Over Platonic Love?: embracesexualwellness.comThe Nuclear…
Irresponsible Diagnoses: Art Edition [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:45
What do Vincent Van Gogh, Yayoi Kusama, and Louis Wain have in common? The answer won't surprise you!Mental Health Advice/Pop Culture/Mental Health Awareness/Trauma Recovery/Sisters/Wellness & Healing/Humor/Trauma Healin…
Attack of the Karens! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:49
This week, listener Anna asks about white people bs, and we talk about it. Thanks, Anna! References:The Backlash Against “Karen” Memes is Peak White Feminism: By Stephanie YoungerWhat exactly is a 'Karen' and where did t…
Healthy Competition? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:41
What makes us competitive, and is it a healthy impulse? The girls discuss what makes for healthy, and unhealthy competition- and why American society praises the latter. Guess what, Virginia is talking about Alfred Adler…
NSFW [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:25
Will p0rn make you an incel? Well, it might not, but why would you risk it? The girls talk about why Cindy Gallop is their hero, and why we should try to stay connected to each other.References:Pornland: How Porn Has Hij…
The Beauty Myth [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:19
Listener Rachel asks- Why aren't we ok as we are? We explore the origin of the Beauty Myth and why it just gets stronger with time. References: The Beauty Myth, Naomi WolfMental Health Advice/Pop Culture/Mental Health Aw…
Death By Chatbot [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:01
We thought it was gonna be climate warming, but it looks like the human race is going to chatbot itself to death! How did movies like Her and Blade Runner 2049 try to tell us it was coming? Why does that weird kid have a…
Kiss and Make Up [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:35
Can you tell the difference between fear and lust? Between excitement and anxiety? And is make up sex the best thing since Adam and Eve? Find out today!References: Misattribution of Arousal-Schacter and Singer, 1962David…