I Let Someone In... and Learned a Lot

Untraditionally Lala36mMay 6, 2026

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In this emotionally candid episode of Untraditionally Lala, host Lala Kent reflects on a recent emotional breakdown after opening up to someone new, describing it as a painful but transformative experience. She shares how her vulnerability led to intense emotional withdrawal, likening love to a drug with addictive qualities and withdrawal symptoms. Despite feeling shattered, she finds healing through community—speaking at Girls Day LA, attending a vibrant LGBTQ+ softball tournament called Glassa, and reconnecting with her creative self through songwriting. The episode also touches on broader societal themes, including the illusion of perfection on social media, the emotional toll of long-term relationships, and the complexities of modern dating. Lala grapples with the idea that healing isn't linear and that sometimes, the path forward involves embracing discomfort, community, and creative expression.

Key Takeaways
1

Vulnerability can be painful but necessary for growth—don’t let one experience shut you off from love.

2

Community and creative expression (like speaking, music, and sports) are powerful tools for emotional recovery.

3

Love can feel like a drug—withdrawal is real, and it takes time to rebuild emotional resilience.

4

Social media often distorts reality; feeling lost is normal, and you’re not alone in it.

5

Sometimes, the best way to heal is to show up for others, even when you're not okay.

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Chapters
0:00
10 min

The Emotional Fallout of Opening Up

I'm never opening up again. Like I was living a peaceful life. My happiness was contingent on just myself and my kids.

Highlight
10:00
10 min

Love as a Drug: Emotional Relapse and Withdrawal

Love can become like a drug and you can have withdrawals from it.

Highlight
20:00
10 min

Healing Through Community and Creativity

That night revived my soul.

Highlight
30:00
10 min

The Illusion of Perfection and the Reality of Loneliness

Lala reflects on the pressure of social media, where everyone appears happy, while she feels lost and isolated. She shares how looking at others’ lives can deepen loneliness, even when you’re not miserable.

40:00
10 min

The Complexity of Modern Relationships and Gender Dynamics

Lala questions the emotional asymmetry in long-term relationships, especially how men and women process loss differently. She shares her discomfort with Kyle’s lingering attachment to her ex-husband, highlighting the emotional imbalance in post-relationship dynamics.

High-Impact Quotes
Love can become like a drug and you can have withdrawals from it.
Friend5:44
Viral: 90.0
I'm going to be honest. I'm not girl right now. I was like, I so needed this day and I'm just grateful to be here.
Lala Kent8:47
Viral: 88.0
I'm never opening up again. Like I was living a peaceful life. My happiness was contingent on just myself and my kids.
Lala Kent3:47
Viral: 85.0
Speakers

Host

Lala Kent
Topics Discussed
emotional vulnerability95%love as addiction90%healing through community88%emotional recovery after heartbreak85%creative expression as therapy80%social media and emotional comparison75%gender dynamics in relationships70%mental health and chakra alignment65%
People & Brands

Lala Kent

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120xPositive

Easton

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Glassa

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10xPositive

Sosa

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8xPositive

Look Back At It

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LA Fires

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5xNegative

Bernice

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5xPositive

Girls Day LA

organization

5xPositive

The Clifford Show

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4xPositive

Stuff to Blow Your Mind

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