Ditch the Ick with Katie Carson: Redefining Relationships, Self-Worth, and Building Your Dream Life as Millennial and Gen X W
Katie Carson
86 episodes
3 months ago
Welcome to Ditch the Ick, the podcast for anyone who’s over settling for less.
Hosted by Katie Carson (your new favorite hype girl), this show dives deep into what it means to be a whole-a$$ person, worthy of love and success—partner or no partner required. Relationships? Sure, they come up—whether they’re romantic, platonic, or the one you have with yourself (because, let’s be honest, the ick never truly dies). But we’re also here to talk about leveling up your life, chasing your dreams, and living boldly on your own terms.
So if you’re tired of waiting for someone else to make your life exciting, stick around. Every week, we’ll talk through what it means to design a life that feels like yours. No fluff, no clichés, no nonsense—just real conversations and a lot of laughs.
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Welcome to Ditch the Ick, the podcast for anyone who’s over settling for less.
Hosted by Katie Carson (your new favorite hype girl), this show dives deep into what it means to be a whole-a$$ person, worthy of love and success—partner or no partner required. Relationships? Sure, they come up—whether they’re romantic, platonic, or the one you have with yourself (because, let’s be honest, the ick never truly dies). But we’re also here to talk about leveling up your life, chasing your dreams, and living boldly on your own terms.
So if you’re tired of waiting for someone else to make your life exciting, stick around. Every week, we’ll talk through what it means to design a life that feels like yours. No fluff, no clichés, no nonsense—just real conversations and a lot of laughs.
72: Red Flags, Green Lights: How to Navigate Modern Relationships Without Compromising Your Worth
Ditch the Ick with Katie Carson: Redefining Relationships, Self-Worth, and Building Your Dream Life as Millennial and Gen X W
28 minutes
8 months ago
72: Red Flags, Green Lights: How to Navigate Modern Relationships Without Compromising Your Worth
Are you spotting red flags too late? Or missing green lights that could lead to something great? In this episode of Ditch the Ick, Katie Carson breaks down the difference between an ick and an actual red flag, why we sometimes ignore obvious warning signs, and how to recognize the green lights that signal a healthy, thriving connection.
Spoiler alert: It’s not just about dating—these red flags and green lights show up in friendships, work relationships, and even family dynamics.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
The biggest red flags that are non-negotiable
How to tell the difference between an ick and a real warning sign
Why your gut instinct is your best relationship tool (and how to actually listen to it)
The green lights to look for in any relationship
How to set and stick to your non-negotiables without guilt or fear
Episode Takeaways: Action Steps for You!
Write your list of non-negotiables—what behaviors are deal-breakers for you? I
dentify your green lights—what qualities make you feel seen, heard, and valued?
Reflect on past relationships (friendships, dating, work) and pinpoint the red flags you ignored. What patterns do you see?
Resources & Ways to Engage:
What are YOUR biggest red flags and green lights? Share them anonymously on our website or drop them in our Facebook group!
Submit your story/questions here → https://www.ditchtheick.com/ask-us-anything
Follow along on Instagram → @ladykatieabroad
Next week, we’re joined by your period coach, Vicky, to talk about perimenopause—because let’s be real, no one prepared us for this! Don’t miss it.
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Ditch the Ick with Katie Carson: Redefining Relationships, Self-Worth, and Building Your Dream Life as Millennial and Gen X W
Welcome to Ditch the Ick, the podcast for anyone who’s over settling for less.
Hosted by Katie Carson (your new favorite hype girl), this show dives deep into what it means to be a whole-a$$ person, worthy of love and success—partner or no partner required. Relationships? Sure, they come up—whether they’re romantic, platonic, or the one you have with yourself (because, let’s be honest, the ick never truly dies). But we’re also here to talk about leveling up your life, chasing your dreams, and living boldly on your own terms.
So if you’re tired of waiting for someone else to make your life exciting, stick around. Every week, we’ll talk through what it means to design a life that feels like yours. No fluff, no clichés, no nonsense—just real conversations and a lot of laughs.
