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.
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SPFPP 362: Gratitude for Herpes - There is Light in There Too
Yoga Therapy is more than movement—it’s a path to emotional healing. In this episode, Melissa shares how Yoga Therapy helped her release shame and reconnect with her body after a herpes diagnosis. Her journey shows how practices like journaling, breathwork, and exploring the Koshas can create profound emotional shifts.
SPFPP 356: Yoga Therapy for People With Herpes: Navigating Stigma and Emotional Wellness
Yoga Therapy offers an empowering way to address the emotional challenges of living with herpes. By focusing on the mind-body connection, we can reduce emotional stress—one of the primary triggers for outbreaks—and work toward healing through breathwork, mindful movement, and emotional reflection. As someone who's openly shared my herpes diagnosis, I offer a safe, judgment-free space to explore your emotional wellness, with personalized, donation-based sessions. Learn more and schedule a session today at www.spfpp.org/yoga-therapy.
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.