That Makeup Gal
It’s me, That Makeup Gal!
A business girlie who tripped over all the “shoulds,” tore up the script, and started fresh in her 30s—after life took a very unexpected turn in a direction I absolutely was not ready for.
Grief shook everything I thought I knew. My perspective, my priorities, and the way I moved through the world. This podcast is about the growth that came from those hard lessons and the chaos of navigating some very unfamiliar paths.
After over 15 years in the makeup industry, I’ve seen the highs of running a creative business and the lows of when it all feels like it’s falling apart.
Deep lessons, fun chats with other business owners, and stories that hit home.
Never polished, always real, and that’s what makes it relatable.
Whether you’re here for beauty, business, or just a good story, grab a coffee (or a marg), and let’s rip in!
LUVYA!
Stevi x
That Makeup Gal
#22 - Love bombing or obsessive cycle? The truth about modern dating patterns
We talk about love bombing like it’s something that just happens to us. But what if it’s not that simple?
In this episode, I’m unpacking why I believe “love bombing” isn’t as simple as one manipulator and one victim, it’s often two people caught in the same obsessive cycle.
One giving, one receiving, both chasing the high of validation.
I share my own story of spiralling thoughts, the need for validation, and why I think modern dating culture feeds these addictive patterns, ghosting, breadcrumbing, constant contact, dopamine hits...and here’s the kicker: obsession isn’t love, and it’s definitely not romance. It’s a cycle that needs healing, not romanticising.
If you’ve ever found yourself swept up in the rush of someone new only to crash just as hard, this episode might help you see the pattern for what it really is, and give you a new perspective on how to break free from it.
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