How We Cope

You Can’t Bloom in Bad Soil | Why Sensitive People Feel So Out of Place

icole is joined by her cousin Jasmine for a heartfelt conversation about sensitivity, identity, and learning to see deep feeling as a strength rather than a weakness. Together, they reflect on growing up as “sensitive girls,” navigating comparison, culture, popularity, and the pressure to fit in — and how inner work helped them understand themselves more fully. The conversation explores what it means to be an empath, how to find people who truly see you, and why sometimes the most important part of healing is realizing you can’t bloom in bad soil. This episode is for anyone who has ever felt too sensitive, too emotional, or out of place — and is learning that those parts of themselves may actually be their greatest gifts.

The 4 Types of Friends You Need to Cut Out

Your tribe is truly your vibe. Nicole and Sara talk about the ways in which certain friendships can inhibit your growth, and cause you to stay “small.” In their discussions, they find that there are 4 types of friends that you may be best without.

The Breakup Blueprint

Breakups can be one of the most painful and confusing experiences we go through. In this episode of the How We Cope Podcast, host Nicole sits down with returning guest Cole to talk openly about how to navigate the emotional aftermath of a breakup. They discuss why breakups can feel so overwhelming, how to process the loss of a relationship, and the mindset shifts that can help you move forward in a healthy way. Whether you're currently going through a breakup, helping a friend through one, or reflecting on past relationships, this episode offers honest insights and practical ways to cope, heal, and grow.

So You're Dating A Narcissist

Do you think you’re dating a narcissist? Nicole and Talia dive into what narcissism is, how it manifests into relationships, and how to survive from the toxic relationship.

Obsessing Over What's Next

In this episode of How We Cope, therapists Nicole and Sara unpack what it’s like to live in a world that’s always chasing “what’s next.” Why is it so hard to pause and celebrate what we’ve already done? A grounded conversation about slowing down, noticing our wins, and redefining progress.