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Hollywood, Dating Disasters and Finding Your Happily Ever After with Cheryl Brockie

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Ep#91 - From Love Woes to Dating Pro: Creating Matchmaking Magic

Today's conversation I am thrilled to be joined with Cheryl Brockie, a dating coach and former model, about her journey from Hollywood to becoming a dating guru. Cheryl recounts her dating mishaps with humor and candor, revealing the invaluable lessons she’s learned from them. We also reminisce about our time together in Hollywood, working on various sets and the big name people we met along the way.

With her new book Dating Disaster to Happily Ever After, she takes a humorous look at her dating past and in her online course, Date for Success, Cheryl now wants to inspire and motivate single women35+ not to give up hope of finding their ideal man and shares her hard-earned lessons that turned her dating life around in her 40's, enabling her to finally find her current husband of 13 years. 

In this episode, we explore the significance of self-reflection and personal growth before entering a relationship. Cheryl highlights the need to be aware of one's core values and non-negotiables, the dangers of being blinded by physical attraction, and the importance of a strong foundation beyond the honeymoon phase.

Don't miss Cheryl's insights on becoming your own best advocate in love, along with a sneak peek into her upcoming book and course on "Date for Success". Whether you're single or in a relationship, this episode is packed with empowering advice to help you navigate the complexities of modern romance.

Takeaways:

  • Building self-esteem is crucial for successful dating
  • Knowing your core values helps attract the right partner
  • Taking responsibility for your choices in relationships is empowering
  • Being your own best advocate and setting boundaries is essential
  • Validating positive behaviors creates a healthier dating experience Take the time to reflect on your past relationships and identify your core values and non-negotiables.
  • Don't be blinded by physical attraction; look for a strong foundation beyond the honeymoon phase.
  • Be aware of societal expectations and romantic fantasies that may influence your dating choices.
  • Create a fulfilling life and engage in activities you enjoy while being open to meeting potential partners. Find a partner who is aligned with your values and goals and is willing to grow and evolve together.
  • Effective communication is crucial in a relationship, both in person and digitally.
  • Take care of yourself and be responsible to have a healthy relationship.
  • Make plans in advance and engage in meaningful conversations for successful dating.

    • Sound Bites:

    • "The definition of insanity: doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results."
    • "What you validate, you create."
    • "The most important relationship you can ever have is with yourself."
    • "You have to do the work when you're not in a relationship so that you can actually see and be impartial to."
      • "You can just be very polite and pleasant about it."
        • "You want to find somebody who's willing and open to that and understands that, you know, that you're going to keep growing, you know, you're going to have changes."

          • Chapters:

          • 10:11 Cheryl's Journey from Hollywood to Dating Guru
          • 19:19 Lessons from Dating Disasters
          • 25:05 Building Self-Esteem and Setting Boundaries
          • 29:56 Knowing Your Core Values
          • 32:33 Taking Responsibility for Your Choices
          • 35:59 Validating Positive Behaviors
          • 01:05:43 The Importance of Effective Communication
            • 01:09:48 Self-Care and Responsibility in Relationships
            • 01:15:16 Cheryl Brockie's Book and Course on Dating Success


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              The Awakened Heart Podcast with Nancy WaltersBy Nancy Walters | Host – Healing Journey, Divine Feminine & Conscious Living