Today, I'm joined by Sonia Flores, someone I've known and worked with for years, and after a team meeting where she dropped a phrase that stopped us all in our tracks, I knew we had to bring it to the podcast. The term is "Mantourage Dating," and it's a powerful way to date from self-worth, boundaries, and grounded confidence.

This conversation is about dating, but it's also about so much more. If you're not dating, don't skip this episode. What Sonia shares applies to long-term partnerships, marriages, and every relationship you have, because the real shift happens when you stop making it about them and start making it about you.

In this episode, we explore:

• How "Mantourage Dating" works and why it helps you stay grounded
• Why dating gets easier when you stop chasing outcomes and focus on your own experience
• The mindset shift that changed everything for Sonia
• How to date with clear standards, boundaries, and self-respect
• Why having a list of what you want (places, experiences, energy) keeps you out of people-pleasing
• How self-worth changes what you tolerate, what you attract, and what you choose
• Why this concept applies even if you're already in a committed relationship

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Learn more about Sonia:

Website: https://www.bluechakrastudio.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluechakrastudio

Podcast: https://apple.co/3G50aQC

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Today's episode is a true "sneak attack" mini-session I recorded on the spot because the shift happened so fast, I wanted you to hear it in real time.

At first, I introduced my guest "JoJo" as a code name. Then we reveal the big moment: "JoJo" is actually my mom, Nancy Brindisi, and this is her first-ever time on the podcast!

My mom is in that brave space of considering dating again after years, and the negative self-talk started spiraling. So I walked her through one simple practice that stopped the mental loop within minutes, and the calm that followed was unmistakable.

In this episode, I share:

• Why negative self-talk often spikes when you're stepping into something new, especially dating again
• How I work with "parts" as energetic parts work (working with the energy of the judging, doubting part)
• A practical way to borrow supportive energy when you can't access your Adult Chair in the moment
• How this practice can come through as words, images, or a felt sense, and why your way is the right way

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Today, I'm joined by Emmy-winning journalist and menopause advocate Tamsen Fadal, whose own unexpected journey through perimenopause and menopause led her to create a global movement of education, support, and empowerment for women. After years of brain fog, exhaustion, misdiagnosis, and silence from the medical system, Tamsen began using her voice and platform to help women understand what is happening in their bodies and how to advocate for real care.

In this episode, we talk honestly about symptoms, hormones, relationships, sex, confidence, and why so many women feel blindsided by this transition. Tamsen brings clarity, humor, and compassion to a life stage that has been ignored for far too long, and she offers real guidance for women who want to feel informed, supported, and empowered.

In this episode, we explore:

• The symptoms most women miss in early perimenopause
• Why brain fog and sleep issues are among the most debilitating changes
• The impact of hormonal shifts on mood, libido, skin, hair, and body composition
• Misconceptions about estrogen, the WHI study, and hormone therapy
• The role of testosterone and why it is often a missing piece
• How to communicate with your partner about what you are experiencing
• Why advocating for yourself and finding an educated provider is essential

Resources from this Episode:

Learn more about Tamsen Fadal: https://tamsenfadal.com

Menopause Society Provider Finder: https://menopausesociety.org

Get Tamsen's book, "How to Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life, and Feel Even Better than Before"

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