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Something positive for positive people
the best herpes Podcast
Since 2017, Something Positive for Positive People has utilized storytelling to help individuals feel less isolated in the emotions associated with a herpes diagnosis. What began as a herpes support podcast is now a space where anyone navigating identity-based stigma—around mental health, sexuality, race, relationships, or simply being human—can come to feel seen. If you’ve ever felt disqualified from connection because of how the world responds to who you are, this podcast is for you. We don’t give quick fixes. We hold space. Every episode is a reminder that your existence is not a problem to solve—but a presence to be witnessed.
What You’ll Hear:
Real Stories. People share what it’s like to live, date, and love while navigating life with herpes and the stigma married to it.
Identity and Presence. We explore how presence helps people reclaim their identity beyond what the world expects.
Practical Tools. Guidance for disclosure, emotional regulation, and navigating relationships in ways that honor your truth.
Guest Conversations. We bring in experts and everyday people to talk about healing herpes & heartbreak.
Yoga-Informed Insights. Reflections on how the koshas (layers of being), nervous system regulation, and atomic alignment show up in the healing process.
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SPFPP 227: Hanging Herpes Over my Head
In Episode 227 of the SPFPP Podcast, titled "Hanging Herpes Over My Head," our guest Tammy bravely shares her experiences with herpes, abuse, and new insights she gained during our conversation. This episode contains sensitive content, including discussions of abuse and sexual assault. Tammy's story highlights the various forms abuse can take and provides identifiers for potential abuse situations.
Additionally, we delve into the role of sexuality education in mitigating abuse by emphasizing non-sexual aspects such as consent, boundaries, the skills to say and hear "no," seeking support for any harm done, and understanding accountability. We encourage listeners to take care of themselves while listening and to skip this episode if the content may be too challenging.
SPFPP 210: Delayed Rejection - It’s Fine Til it isn’t
In Episode 210 of the SPFPP Podcast, Kelsy shares her experience of navigating herpes stigma and delayed rejection. After being diagnosed at 19, she became vocal about her status on social media and in her personal life. We discuss the importance of setting boundaries, managing emotional labor, and the reality of people's changing comfort levels with herpes. Kelsy highlights how empowerment and self-worth play crucial roles in handling rejections and maintaining healthy relationships. Tune in to learn how effective communication and allyship can help end stigma on an individual level.