The Southern Tea – "Peace of Singleness & Family Public Perception"
Host: Lindsie Chrisley | Date: November 5, 2025
Episode Overview
In this candid and emotionally charged episode, Lindsie Chrisley sits down with co-host Kristen to discuss recent personal transitions around singleness, growth after divorce, parenting, and navigating family drama—particularly in the public eye due to her reality TV past. The conversation covers Lindsie's commitment to personal healing, her evolving relationship with social media, and her perspective on managing public and private boundaries as a member of a well-known family. The episode also explores the emotional toll of being a public figure, especially when family matters become entertainment.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Finding Peace in Singleness & Healing
- Lindsie shares her journey towards embracing time alone and finding peace in introspective activities like reading and relaxing at home.
- She explains how her decision to step away from a recent relationship was rooted in the need to focus on her own healing rather than fill a void left by divorce.
- Kristen and Lindsie reflect on the societal & internal pressures to immediately move on after a major breakup, and how true healing requires intentional solitude and discomfort.
Quote:
"I have learned to sit with myself and find ways to feel comfortable in the uncomfortable."
— Lindsie, [16:59]
Timestamp:
- [02:10] Protection of peace and comfort in solitude
- [16:43] Reflections on healing post-divorce
- [17:24] The process of being comfortable with being uncomfortable
2. Parenting & Creating Healthy Routines
- Lindsie talks about her new routine with her son Jackson: church, breakfast outings, and regular trips to a trampoline park—emphasizing the value of engaging activities over increased screen time.
- She gives practical tips on maximizing value with a trampoline park membership and discusses her efforts to limit Jackson’s technology use.
Quote:
"I'm trying my hardest to get Jackson using technology in such a minimal way. We got rid of the phone, he doesn't have the tablet, computer only for assignments."
— Lindsie, [10:27]
Timestamp:
- [09:27] New routines with Jackson & tech boundaries
- [10:13] Practical details on jump park membership
3. Church, Community, & Personal Growth
- Lindsie shares her positive experience finding a new church community that's more inclusive and relaxed than her prior one, which centered on appearances.
- She describes the comfort of a community where authenticity is prioritized over tradition.
Quote:
"It's so welcoming that, like, anyone and anything is welcome. And I love that."
— Lindsie, [07:00]
Timestamp:
- [05:39] Lindsie's church update, inclusivity in worship
- [08:33] Reflections from Kristen on church comfort
4. Post-Divorce Relationship Patterns
- Lindsie opens up about regretting introducing Jackson to relationships that later ended, the impact on secondary relationships, and the unique challenges of dating after divorce as a parent.
- She recounts a chance encounter with an ex at the trampoline park, reflecting on the growth that allows for cordial co-existence.
Quote:
"Even if the relationship didn't work out, it's not a toxic situation... I was so thankful for that. And I'm like, wow, okay, so that's also on growth."
— Lindsie, [24:02]
Timestamp:
- [11:26] Revealing her return to singlehood
- [24:33] Post-breakup run-in and growth
5. Deeper Family & Public Perception Issues
- Kristen prompts Lindsie to address the difficulty of growing up in a family where public perception and appearances matter greatly due to their reality TV history.
- They discuss recent fallout from a three-part podcast series and Lindsie’s attempts to set boundaries in what she shares publicly, contrasting this with other family members.
- Lindsie clarifies misconceptions surrounding legal communications and family dynamics, such as her relationship with her grandmother.
Quote:
"If you’re being authentic to yourself ... who cares about public perception? Public perception for what? You’re not going to change everybody’s mind."
— Lindsie, [65:18]
Timestamp:
- [46:31] Reactions to family podcast controversy
- [64:41] The weight of public perception in her family
6. Authenticity Online & Social Media Shifts
- Lindsie vows to make her social media more authentic and less curated, noting the pressure to maintain appearances hides real-life struggles.
- Both hosts agree the internet is shifting toward more genuine, non-aesthetic content, and Lindsie plans to share more "real-life" posts.
Quote:
"If you guys want to see my wreck ... my train wreck of my laundry ... that's fine. Honestly, it's a lot easier too, because it’s just like, okay, this is just what's happening."
— Lindsie, [79:54]
Timestamp:
- [76:29] Plans for future online content
- [79:17] Commentary on curated vs. real-life content
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
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On Healing vs. Coping:
"It's like putting a bandaid over a bullet hole."
— Lindsie, [33:52] -
On Relationship Patterns:
"Every three months, you would absolutely lose your mind ... you were trying as much as you could to be coping ..."
— Kristen, [34:16] -
On Public Family Drama:
"Nothing is actually off limits once you get involved in TV ... your whole life gets opened up."
— Lindsie, [73:36] -
On Cutting Communication for Boundaries:
"Is that something that I am proud of, to cease communication with my grandmother in her 80s? No, it's not. But do I want her in the middle of this? No, I also do not."
— Lindsie, [62:00]
Timestamps for Key Segments
- 02:10 – Establishing routines for peace and healing
- 05:39–08:33 – Church update and inclusivity
- 09:27–11:21 – Parenting, routines, and trampoline park
- 11:26–16:43 – Transitioning out of relationships, post-divorce reflections
- 24:33 – Growth moment: cordial encounter with an ex
- 46:31–56:56 – Addressing family controversy and the business of telling your side
- 62:00–63:41 – Family communication and boundaries with grandmother
- 64:41–66:38 – Public perception pressures in family
- 72:37–73:36 – Ethics of public vs. private family matters
- 76:29–80:56 – Future direction for the podcast and social content, push for authenticity
Episode Takeaways
- Lindsie’s navigation of post-divorce life reveals the internal struggle between seeking companionship and prioritizing self-healing.
- She strongly communicates the importance of authentic connection and meaningful routines with her son, highlighting both vulnerability and growth.
- Public exposure of private family matters continues to be deeply complicated; Lindsie strives for honesty while wrestling with legacy, perception, and boundaries.
- Lindsie’s future goals involve more intention and authenticity, both online and in her personal relationships.
For listeners who want a truly personal and honest glimpse into life after the reality TV spotlight, this episode brings both hard-won wisdom and the “whole tea.”