Herpes disclosure can feel terrifying—but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode, Cat Dupree shares a powerful, real-world approach to telling someone you have herpes without over-explaining, apologizing, or giving your power away.

Listeners will learn exactly what to say, what not to say, and why staying quiet after disclosure is the most confident move you can make. Whether you're dating with herpes, navigating a new relationship, or just afraid of rejection, this episode offers real talk and practical guidance on how to handle the moment that stops so many people in their tracks.

If you’ve been wondering how to tell someone you have HSV1 or HSV2, this episode is packed with herpes support, dating advice, and mindset shifts that can help you take back control.

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Most people think they’d know if they had herpes—but the signs aren’t always obvious. In this video, Cat Dupree breaks down five subtle but important signs that could point to a herpes infection, even if you’ve never had what most people would consider a “typical” outbreak. Using her own experience as a guide, Cat explores how HSV1 and HSV2 can show up in ways that are easy to dismiss or misinterpret. From unexplained sensations to symptoms often mistaken for something else, she explains why so many people miss the clues—and how to know when it’s time to speak up and ask for a test. This episode is for anyone who’s ever wondered: • What does herpes actually feel like? • What if I have it and don’t know? • Can you have herpes without visible symptoms? • How do I know if it’s a UTI or something else? Cat also shares how her first confirmed outbreak unfolded—and why the signs were there long before she realized it.

In this episode, Cat Dupree breaks down the emotional rollercoaster of using herpes dating sites—what helped, what hurt, and what no one is telling you. Cat shares her real story of navigating dating after diagnosis, the limiting beliefs she had to break through, and what finally gave her the freedom to open back up to love. Whether you're living with HSV1 or HSV2, newly diagnosed, or years into your journey, this episode gives you a raw look at how these platforms can offer comfort while quietly reinforcing fear and isolation.

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