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In this powerful and personal episode, Laura shares her raw truth about how pain can become your greatest fuel. From her childhood hustle selling brownies out of her backpack to navigating the highs and lows of business ownership, Laura reveals the lessons that come from struggle—and how they’ve shaped her resilience.

She also shares the story of how kindness, when unchecked, can sometimes do more harm than good… and why setting boundaries is crucial to growth.

This episode dives deep into:

• Turning childhood pain into purpose
• Why kindness isn’t weakness—and how to protect your energy
• The hidden loneliness of success and the truth behind failed friendships
• Why no one is coming to save you (and why that’s a good thing)
• How to use your “rock bottom” as your launchpad
• The unglamorous grind behind every “highlight reel” success

If you’ve ever felt stuck, drained, or tempted to give up, this episode is for you.

Because at the end of the day—it’s always Better, Not Bitter.

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Let’s Go to Italy – When Freedom Looks Like a One-Way Ticket

What happens when a girl from a strict household books a one-way ticket to Italy to meet a man she met online… without telling her father?

In this raw and romantic episode, I share the true story of how a spontaneous trip to Rome changed the course of my life.

From heartbreak to cultural awakening, from strict rules to sweet freedom—this isn’t about a love story. It’s about reclaiming your life after pain.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, scared, or silenced… this one’s for you.

Heartbreak. Culture. Confidence. Growth.

Listen now and remember: it’s always Better, Not Bitter.

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In this powerful episode, Laura explores the emotional trap of vindication—the desire to be seen, validated, and avenged after being hurt. With raw honesty and deep reflection, she shares moments from her own life where pain could have led to bitterness, but instead became fuel for purpose. Laura reminds us that healing doesn’t come from revenge—it comes from rising. Through empathy, self-accountability, and love, we can choose to turn our pain into someone else’s joy. If you’ve ever felt stuck waiting for an apology, this episode will help you reclaim your peace and step fully into your own power.

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Empathy is a beautiful thing—until it becomes a reason to excuse harm, silence your truth, or stay in relationships that slowly destroy you. In this powerful episode, Laura opens up about the hidden dangers of empathy when it becomes twisted, misused, and weaponized. From childhood experiences of being quietly excluded to adult relationships where kindness was mistaken for weakness, Laura shares her own story with raw honesty and undeniable strength.

This episode is about seeing clearly. It’s about reclaiming your power. And it’s a call to stop bleeding for people who hand you the knife with a sad story.

Because real empathy has boundaries. And real healing starts when you stop confusing love with pain.

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In this heart-opening episode of It’s Better, Not Bitter, Laura dives deep into the power of empathy—not as a buzzword, but as a real, transformative force that can turn pain into purpose. Through personal stories and relatable moments, she explores how stepping into someone else’s shoes can soften our perspective, deepen our emotional intelligence, and help us heal.

Whether you’re going through heartbreak, navigating difficult relationships, or simply learning to see others with more compassion, this episode is a reminder that empathy isn’t weakness—it’s wisdom. It’s what helps us connect, grow, and ultimately become better—not bitter.

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Welcome to the very first episode of It’s Better, Not Bitter. In this introduction, Laura shares the purpose behind the podcast and the powerful belief that no matter where you are—emotionally, mentally, or spiritually—you don’t have to stay there. This is a space for healing, growth, and learning how to turn your setbacks into stepping stones. If you’ve been holding on to pain, this is your reminder: better is possible, and it starts right here.