Fear is one of the biggest things that keeps people stuck after a herpes diagnosis. Whether it’s fear of rejection, fear of judgment, or fear of never finding love again, it all creates a reality built on limitations instead of truth. But here’s what most people don’t realize: fear is just a story. And once you learn how to move through it, you can start creating a life and love that feel real, confident, and free.

In this episode of the Herpes Wellness Podcast, Cat Dupree shares how fear shapes your experience of living with herpes, how courage helps you reclaim your power, and how confidence transforms everything — from dating and relationships to the way you see yourself.

You’ll learn how to move beyond fear, how to rewire your thoughts after an HSV1 or HSV2 diagnosis, and how to start creating your own reality based on truth, not stigma. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been living with genital herpes or oral herpes for years, this episode will help you break free from fear and step into your strength.

In this episode you’ll hear:

✔️ How fear keeps you stuck after a herpes diagnosis

✔️ What courage really looks like when it comes to herpes disclosure

✔️ Cat’s personal story about coming out to her partner

✔️ How your mindset and energy shape your reality

✔️ Three key takeaways and a simple practice to help you move forward

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Most people think they know the truth about herpes — but so much of what’s out there is flat-out wrong. From who gets it, to how it spreads, to what living with it actually looks like, misinformation has shaped the stigma for decades.

In this episode of the Herpes Wellness Podcast, Cat Dupree breaks down the biggest herpes myths and facts so you can finally separate what’s real from what’s not. You’ll learn why herpes is far more common than people think, why most doctors don’t test for it, and how communication and education change everything.

In this episode you’ll hear:

✔️ Why herpes can stay dormant for years before showing symptoms

✔️ Why most doctors don’t automatically test for HSV-1 or HSV-2

✔️ How herpes can be passed on even without visible symptoms

✔️ Why it’s one of the most common viruses in the world

✔️ The truth about living, dating, and finding love with herpes

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Most people think HSV-1 is just a cold sore — but the truth is, it’s a lot more complicated than that. From kissing, to intimacy “down-there”, to sharing lip products, there’s still a ton of confusion about how HSV-1 really spreads and how to prevent it.

In this episode of the Herpes Wellness Podcast, Cat Dupree clears up the myths about HSV-1 transmission, explains what the World Health Organization and CDC actually say, and breaks down what you need to know about outbreaks, asymptomatic shedding, prevention, and antivirals. You’ll also learn why HSV1 is so common, how it affects both kids and adults, and what options exist for managing it.

Whether you’re living with cold sores, HSV-1 “down there”, or just want to understand how transmission and treatment really work, this episode gives you the straight facts in plain English so you can take back control of your health and your life.

In this episode you’ll hear:

✔️ Why HSV1 is the leading cause of genital herpes in the U.S.

✔️ How HSV1 spreads through skin-to-skin contact — and why saliva matters too

✔️ The latest stats on how common HSV1 really is worldwide

✔️ What asymptomatic shedding means and how often it happens

✔️ How antivirals like valacyclovir help with outbreaks and transmission

✔️ Why no method — not antivirals or barrier methods — prevents transmission 100%

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LEGAL DISCLAIMER: All content provided by Herpes Wellness is intended for entertainment or educational purposes only. None of this content is intended to offer, or replace qualified medical or health related advice. Herpes Wellness accepts no responsibility or liability whatsoever for any injury, loss, or damage in any shape or form incurred in part or in while, as a direct or indirect result of use or reliance upon the information and material presented here.