What if the second half of your life could hold the deepest love of all?

In this heartfelt episode, host Rebecca Greene speaks with her childhood friend, Shana James, who happens to be a powerhouse relationship coach with decades of wisdom.

From perimenopause and disconnection to dating with real intention, we dive deep into how to create love that works—whether you're married, single, or somewhere in between. If you're longing for more intimacy, clearer communication, or just want to know you're not alone...this episode is a must-listen.

Key Takeaways:

 ➔ Shana believes midlife isn’t a love crisis—it’s a love opportunity, when we’re finally self-aware enough to go deeper.

 ➔ Perimenopause can shake our confidence and intimacy, but open communication can turn struggle into closeness.

 ➔ If you're not feeling connected in your relationship, try replacing criticism with vulnerable truth—what you're really longing for.

 ➔ Dating over 40 doesn’t have to be miserable—Shana shares how compassion and curiosity changed everything for her.

 ➔ Even with chaos and to-do lists, moms deserve joy, connection, and a love life that feels fulfilling.

Shana Quotes Worth Repeating:

➔ “Sometimes we’re butterflies... with fangs.”

➔ “Our bodies don’t open when we feel misunderstood. Communication is foreplay.”

➔ “You’re not asking for too much. You’re asking for what your heart needs.”

Want more Shana?

➔ Website: shanajamescoaching.com

➔ Free book: shanajamescoaching.com/free

➔ Quiz: shanajamescoaching.com/quiz

➔ Email: [email protected]

Let’s keep connecting:

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➔ Facebook: Whinypaluza Mom Group

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