More than a Single Mom

Hey everyone! I was super excited when Case agreed to come on the podcast. I've been following him for a while. He has a super cool podcast called, New mindset who dis, which contains great bites of wisdom on mindfulness, dating and relationships. Case has also authored a series of workbooks designed to take people through the process of self-introspection and that's why I wanted to bring him on the podcast. I have his journal, Single is your Superpower, and I was really amazed at how helpful it was. Often we go through the motions of life and don’t take the time to really know ourselves. What we really dig into is how becoming mindful and more self aware is the biggest step in living a life without regrets.

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Case Kenny is the Chicago-based writer, podcaster and recording artist behind The New Mindset Journal.

And by “it” I mean “it” in other words: This is definitely a sensitive topic so don’t let the littles listen in.

My amazing, brilliant, beautiful, friend and guest, Janna Denton-Howes is a Desire Coach for married women who want to want sex but just don’t. As someone who personally struggled with low libido for years, she understands the frustration of feeling like sex is just another chore on a very long to-do list. Now Janna empowers women to design experiences that feel nourishing, relaxing, and intimate through her program, Wanting it More, which has helped over 1000 women reconnect with their husbands again.

Janna and I uncover (no pun intended) more than just sex. What you’ll find in this episode is that loving ourselves and respecting ourselves completely is the key to happiness and yes, even pleasure.

Where to find and follow Janna:

Instagram: @jannadentonhowes

Divorce is hard. Leaving toxic relationships is hard. Rebuilding your life is hard. So how do you do it? Truth is when you take the time to really know and love who you are. You’ll find the strength to accomplish anything and live an amazing life.

That’s why I brought Ashley Lane Adams on the podcast today.

Ashley Lane is a coach who helps single moms drop the struggle and fall in love with themselves… which I know from experience is easier said than done.

After traversing two back-to-back emotionally unhealthy relationships and finding herself divorced with two small children at age 40, Ashley Lane Adams took a deep dive into personal and spiritual development. Compiling all the tools that she learned on her journey through counseling, coaching, masterminds, emotional intelligence training, and learning coaching skills, Ashley empowers divorced women and single moms to let go of guilt, shame, and regret and step into their power, passion, and a life that they love!

In today’s episode we discuss:

• Ashley Lane’s personal story
• How she left a toxic relationship
• How becoming more self-aware leads to happiness and healing
• What she did to heal.
• What she did to help find herself
• How she handles co-parenting with grace
• Why learning to forgive yourself is vital
• Taking responsibility for your life and happiness
• Her approach to dating

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Ohhh momma this one is for everyone. And it’s a pretty big deal because this is the first male I have interviewed on this podcast.

So why bring a dude in our lady space? Perspective.

Joe Romano has been a close friend of mine for several years. He’s a good dude. And like any of us… not perfect. When I met him he was in a dark place post-divorce and I was on the verge of leaving my husband. And since we’ve seen each other go through a lot and supported each other - I wanted him to share his story.

P.S. This interview wasn’t pre-planned at all. Joe and I decided to have this conversation very last minute.

We discuss so much but here’s a breakdown:

• Joe’s divorce story.
• His darkest times.
• His attachment style and why learning it has helped him to heal.
• Why he stayed in a toxic relationship for so long.
• Kiddos come first.
• Parenting as a single parent.
• Introducing kids to your new partner.
• How he’s found a great partner and the challenges they’ve overcome.
• His favorite relationship books.
• How you should go with your gut when it comes to relationships.
• Why we stay in stuck in the same relationship patterns.
• How it feels to be with a partner with a secure attachment style.

Oh Momma! Today I interviewed Maya Diamond, licensed therapist and expert on Attachment theory.

Maya is an expert Dating and Relationship Coach who is known for helping women and men finally find their beloved after years of trying, so that they can have happy, satisfying, and fulfilling relationships.

Maya believes that having a great relationship positively impacts all areas of your life, and that by following her simple process for calling in the partner you really want, you can have more success and abundance in your career, finances, social life, spiritual development, or anything else that is important to you.

Maya is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) and holds a Master’s Degree in Somatic Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies.

If you feel you’ve been in a cycle of bad relationships and not getting your needs met… This is for you.

Learning about your attachment style can be the catalyst for your personal healing and finding love in a healthy relationship.

In this episode we’ll cover:

• Maya’s story and background
• What is attachment theory?
• The difference between attachment styles
• Can you heal your attachment style?
• Anxious and avoidant relationships
• How the different attachment styles relate with each other
• Independence between interdependence
• How we are wired for secure, loving relationships

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Today I got a hot topic for you…. Online dating.

I sit down with my Magic MIke and I spill it.

What I hope it does is give you some confidence and peace of mind to try online dating or see it from a different perspective.

I’ve been using dating apps since 2014 and have learned A LOT my friend! So before you dive in or give up on it all together I want to normalize all the pros and cons… but mostly have fun!

Dating should be fun ladies and it all starts with your attitude. (insert diva finger wag)

Here’s what I cover:

• Shifting your mindset
• Handling rejection… psst it's not rejection.
• Not taking things personally
• Differences between a few dating apps...Tinder? Bumble? Match.com?
• Online dating is numbers game… not a Nicholas Spark book
• What kind of pictures you should use for your dating profile
• What is Ghosting?
• What is Breadcrumbing?
• Your dating funnel… yes it’s a funnel!
• My personal dating strategy.
• Coffee dates
• And a few general safety tips.

Now I want to hear from you. Duh!

Tell me about your online dating experiences or why you haven’t tried it yet.

I bring my friend and love coach Brenda Brewer back to the podcast to go a bit deeper.

In this episode Brenda and I discuss…

• It’s about you not him/them
• Passion is not drama
• Beyond no contact (during break ups)
• Why you should date multiple men (in beginning stages or until he asks for exclusivity)
• How you can’t control a man but you can inspire him to meet your needs
• 4 rules on how to respect a man/masculine partner
• And a little about my experience

Like what you heard? Wanna work with Brenda?

If you’re going through a devastating break up or still missing your ex this one's for you.

Today I interviewed Break Up Coach Kendra Allen.

Kendra Allen is a breakup coach, blogger, host of the Heal Your Heartbreak Podcast and founder of Break Up Bestie.

During this interview we go over…

What the “No Contact” rule is and why it’s so important.

Why it’s not a good idea to stay friends with your ex.

Why journaling helps you process what you’re feeling.

That it’s completely normal to go through a range of feelings and emotions.

The difference between missing your ex and missing the benefits of your relationship.

How to get through the initial feelings of shock and overwhelm.

What is attachment theory?

What are the 3 attachment styles?

And to remember, this too shall pass - You won’t feel this way forever.

If you are looking to get guidance and support during your break up you can find Kendra here:

Ohhh Momma!

In this episode my love coach, Brenda Brewer, and I talk about all things relationship, self-love and how she’s greatly affected my love life and peace of mind.

Today’s episode is super exciting because I’m bringing in Jenny Richardson:

Jenny is a relationship and dating expert and she helps women fall in love with dating again and find the relationship of their dreams.  Through her own experiences of dating after bereavement, she teaches women that dating doesn’t have to be stressful or a chore. She works with clients to show them how to attract the most amazing relationship and have fun while they’re doing it by building their self worth and confidence and showing them all the pitfalls to avoid.  If you’re ready for next-level dating then she’s the woman for you.“

We jump into how she became a dating coach.

Why dating should be fun and easy.

And dives into

Is it ok to sleep with someone on the first date

And when should you bring up dealbreaker topics like marriage, kids, etc.

How to know if you’re ready to date.

If you are in the trenches of dating or thinking about getting back out there, this episode is for you.

And lots more!

So without further ado let’s get started.

How to find Jenny:

Debt can weigh you down mentally and that’s why I brought in Financial coach, Katy Almstrom. 

Katy lives in NH with her husband and two young kids. She is a financial coach who's particularly skilled at helping women improve their money habits and behaviors, including learning how to pay off debt and get excited about their money plan! 

In this episode we cover: 

• How Katy got herself out of debt Is there such a thing as “good debt” 
• How not having a budget is like not having a shopping list. 
• How to handle money during the pandemic 
• Steps for getting out of debt 

Katy’s Book Recommendations: 

In this episode I'm bringing in Cori Strong...

Today’s episode is super exciting because I’m bringing in Cori Strong

Cori is a boudoir photographer whose mission is to help women redefine sensuality and what it means to be a woman: on their own terms. Through her own dedication to self-discovery and mindfulness, she takes a nuanced approach in her work with clients, guiding them to question the beliefs about their bodies that have held them captive most of their lives.

We jump into how she got started as Boudoir photographer.

How she helps her clients get comfortable before the shoot.

What we can do get our sexy back.

Importance of self-love and where to start.

How she runs her business while being a mom too

And lots more!

You find Cori here:

If you feel a little lost because you're no longer in a relationship, this episode is for you.

Often we get lost in our relationships - depending on someone else to keep us motivated, entertained, and fulfilled. 

Logically we know this is a bunch of unrealistic BS - We don't need a partner to be fulfilled, 

BUT the HOW is a whole other ballgame and we are gonna talk about it in this episode. 

Self-love allows us to heal faster but HOW? 

How do we love ourselves when we are feeling alone and rejected? 

There's a lot of ingredients when it comes to self-love - today I'll cover one of the secret ingredients to help you move forward.