Season 1: Herpes Stigma, Disclosure, and Emotional Support

Welcome to Season 1 of the Something Positive for Positive People (SPFPP) podcast. This season began with one mission: to support people navigating life after a herpes diagnosis through real, stigma-free conversations.

Whether you’re newly diagnosed or years into your journey, this archive exists to remind you—you’re not alone, and your story matters.

What You’ll Hear in Season 1:

• Personal Stories: Guests share their experiences navigating herpes, dating, disclosure, and identity.

• Herpes Disclosure Tips: Learn how to talk about your status with confidence and compassion.

• Mental Health & Self-Worth: Explore how a diagnosis impacts your emotional health—and how to rebuild it.

• Stigma-Free Language: Hear conversations that model compassionate, affirming ways to talk about STIs.

• Expert Insights: Professionals in sexual health and mental health join the conversation to provide context and support.

Topics Covered:

• First outbreak and diagnosis stories

• Navigating relationships and dating with herpes

• Finding identity beyond the stigma

• Supporting others with STIs

• Yoga therapy, emotional wellness, and herpes

• Building community and breaking isolation

This season reflects years of lived experience, listener conversations, and lessons gathered from hundreds of interviews and peer support calls. The goal: to reduce the emotional weight of stigma, one conversation at a time.

Why This Archive Still Matters

While SPFPP is now expanding into broader conversations about emotional wellness and minimizing all forms of stigma, Season 1 will always be the foundation. These stories continue to support thousands of people every year seeking reassurance, healing, and connection.

If you’re here for herpes-specific support, you’re in the right place.

Want more tools and support?
Explore our Herpes Support Call and Yoga Therapy pages for more resources to help you navigate stigma and emotional wellness.