Welcome to
Something positive for positive people
the best herpes Podcast
The SPFPP Podcast: Real Stories. Real Support.
Since 2017, the Something Positive for Positive People podcast has been a free resource for anyone navigating the emotional, relational, and social impacts of a herpes diagnosis.
Through honest conversations, guests share what life really looks like after testing positive—how they date, disclose, manage shame, and build meaningful relationships. You’ll hear experiences that reflect your own or reveal new possibilities for moving forward.
What You’ll Hear:
Dating with Herpes
From casual sex to long-term commitment, guests share how they communicate their status and build relationships that work for them.Stigma & Identity
How people reclaim their sense of self after diagnosis and rebuild confidence on their own terms.Sexual Health Conversations
Tools for navigating safer sex, honest communication, and deeper relational alignment.Alternative Relationship Styles
Insights on non-monogamy, queerness, and connecting beyond traditional relationship norms.Emotional Healing
Stories of grief, growth, and self-acceptance. Often, herpes is the distraction—not the root. These episodes explore the deeper patterns that diagnosis brings to light.
If you’re ready to share your experience (anonymously if you’d like), please fill out the podcast guest intake form below and we’ll reach out to interview you!
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Episode 120: The Emotions Vampire
In this episode, I reflect on the profound insights gained from Michelle Cassandra Johnson's workshop and her book, "Skill in Action." A meditation on the question "Where am I from?" transported me back to my childhood, revealing how past experiences shape our present emotions. This journey underscores the importance of centering and connecting with oneself, as emphasized in my yoga teacher training.
Episode 116: The Spiritual Significance of Herpes
In SPFPP Episode 116, "The Spiritual Significance of Herpes," we explore the emotional and spiritual aspects of living with herpes. This episode delves into themes like personal growth, the mind-body connection, and transforming stigma into resilience. Learn how Yoga Therapy can support emotional healing and discover resources to navigate herpes stigma with strength and self-acceptance.
Episode 63: Great Vibes Sync Alike
In Episode 63 of SPFPP, KellyAnne and I share our experiences of deep healing from traumatic events. This episode highlights the importance of processing grief and taking responsibility for our emotions. KellyAnne, a herpes activist and spiritual worker, discusses her journey and the work she does to dismantle stigma. Follow her on Instagram @v_for_vibrant.
Episode 56: Intimacy is an Energy Exchange
Episode 56 of SPFPP, featuring Brittany, focuses on the spirituality and emotional aspects of intimacy as an energy exchange. Recorded in the unique setting of my closet, this episode emphasizes the importance of listening to your intuition to connect with like energies.