Life Unzipped: Therapy, Truths, and the Occasional Meltdown

"Life Unzipped: Therapy, Truths, and the Occasional Meltdown"

By Bailey Curnutte MSW, LSW, CLC

Welcome to Life Unzipped, the blog where we dive headfirst into the messy, chaotic, and occasionally hilarious world of adulthood, mental health, and everything in between. Think of this as your virtual therapy couch, but with more caffeine, fewer awkward silences, and a lot more sass.

Here’s the deal: Life is a dumpster fire sometimes. Between anxiety that won’t quit, relationships that feel like a never-ending episode of The Bachelor, and the constant pressure to “adult” like you’ve got it all together, it’s a miracle any of us make it through the day without crying in the cereal aisle. That’s where I come in.

I’m Bailey, your resident therapist, overthinker, and professional hot mess. I’m here to unzip the awkward, unfiltered, and often ridiculous truths about life, mental health, and why we all need therapy (yes, even you). From navigating anxiety and heartbreak to figuring out how to adult without Googling “how to fold a fitted sheet,” this blog is your safe space to laugh, learn, and maybe even ugly cry a little.

What You’ll Find Here:

  •  Real Talk About Mental Health: Because therapy shouldn’t feel like a secret club.
  • Hilarious Life Hacks: Like how to survive a panic attack and still make it to brunch on time.
  • Relationship Advice: Spoiler alert—it’s mostly “communicate better” and “stop dating idiots.”
  • Bailey’s Blunt Truths: No sugarcoating, just straight-up honesty with a side of humor.
  • The Messy Middle: Life isn’t perfect, and neither are we. Let’s embrace the chaos together.

So, whether you’re here for the laughs, the advice, or just to feel less alone in your struggles, grab a cup of coffee (wine or ...bourbon, no judgment) and join me as we unzip life one awkward, hilarious, and heartfelt moment at a time.


Life Unzipped: Because sometimes you just need someone to say, “Same, girl. Same.”


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