Seeing your ex move on fast hits different.

One minute you’re healing… the next minute they’re posted up with someone new, smiling like nothing ever happened. And now you’re stuck wondering: Is this real? Or are they just trying to fill the void?

In this episode, we break down what rebounds actually are, why some people jump into something new immediately after a breakup, and how to tell the difference between genuine connection and emotional avoidance.

We’ll talk about:

• The psychology behind rebounds

• Why speed doesn’t always equal seriousness

• Signs their new relationship is built on healing vs. hiding

• What their rebound does (and doesn’t) say about your worth

• How to respond without spiraling or stalking their social media

Most importantly, we shift the focus back where it belongs: on you. Because whether their rebound is real or a distraction, your healing can’t be dependent on what they’re doing next.

If you’ve been overanalyzing their new relationship and losing sleep over it, this conversation will help you breathe again and move smarter.

Make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss the next episode, and share this with someone who needs clarity instead of overthinking.

Let’s get it. 🤙🏾

Ever notice how the more grounded, self-respecting, and “high-value” you show up… the more certain men start acting weird?

They get hot and cold.
They test you.
They nitpick.
They try to humble you.
They suddenly “don’t feel a connection.”
Or they love-bomb you, then disappear when it’s time to be consistent.

In this episode, we’re breaking down why your high-value energy can feel threatening to emotionally unhealed men, and how to spot the difference between a man who’s inspired by your standards vs. a man who’s triggered by them.

You’ll learn:

• What “high-value energy” really is (and what it’s not)

• Why unhealed men interpret healthy standards as rejection

• The most common behaviors triggered men use to regain control (without calling it control)

• How to stay feminine, calm, and unbothered without shrinking yourself

• What it looks like when a man is ready for you, not just attracted to you

• The right way to respond when a man starts testing your boundaries

This is not about blaming men. It’s about protecting your peace, choosing wisely, and recognizing that your energy isn’t “too much.” It’s just too honest for someone who’s still avoiding their own emotional work.

If you’ve been questioning yourself because a man pulled away when you finally started showing up as your best self, this episode will bring a lot of clarity.

Drop a comment: what’s the biggest “switch up” you’ve seen from a man once you raised your standards?

You’ve tried. You’ve explained. You’ve forgiven. You’ve waited. And now you’re sitting with the question nobody wants to ask out loud: Is it finally time to stop trying?

In this episode, we break down how to know when you’ve truly done enough, and how to walk away without guilt, without second-guessing, and without feeling like you “failed.” I walk you through a simple five-part checklist to help you get honest clarity: whether you’ve clearly communicated your needs (with love, not attacks), whether you’ve given real time and space for change, whether the same patterns keep repeating, whether you’ve owned your part and worked on your growth too, and whether this relationship leaves you feeling more drained than hopeful, more anxious than safe.

Then we get into the hardest part, the actual leaving. How to have the conversation calmly and clearly, without getting pulled into debate or emotional chaos. How to make the separation real through tangible boundary shifts, so your mind and body can adjust to the new reality. And how to grieve in a healthy way, not by stuffing your feelings, but by letting them breathe so you can heal instead of staying stuck.

Finally, we talk about the key that keeps most people from going back: staying grounded in your “why.” Because your brain will replay the highlight reel and try to drag you back to what’s familiar, even when it’s not good for you. Letting go doesn’t mean you didn’t love them, it means you chose to love yourself enough to stop watering what won’t grow.

Let’s get it. 🤙🏾

What if it feels like love… but you’re actually just someone’s healing space? In this episode, we talk about what it really means to be in a rebound relationship, especially when you don’t realize you’re the rebound.

I break down the subtle and not-so-subtle signs that someone hasn’t fully closed the emotional door on their past, from lingering attachments to fast-moving intensity that feels good at first but lacks real stability. This isn’t about labeling someone as “bad,” it’s about recognizing when you’re being chosen for alignment versus being used to fill a void.

If you’ve been feeling like something’s off but couldn’t quite put your finger on it, this conversation will help you get honest with yourself and protect your peace before you get too invested.

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The Marriage Advice Everyone Repeats… But Rarely Questions
Featuring Marriage & Intimacy Coach Monica Tanner

Most marriage advice sounds good.

“Never go to bed angry.”
“Happy wife, happy life.”
“Learn to compromise.”
“Don’t sweat the small stuff.”

But what if some of the most repeated advice is quietly creating resentment, disconnection, and emotional distance?

In this episode, I sit down with marriage and intimacy coach Monica Tanner to challenge the “rules” so many couples follow without ever questioning. Monica shares how well-meaning advice can actually lead to lazy communication, scorekeeping, silent resentment, and even dead bedrooms, especially in modern marriages where we expect more emotional depth, partnership, and connection than ever before.

We break down:

• Why “compromise” might be keeping you stuck and what collaboration actually looks like
• How resentment is often delayed clarity about unmet needs
• The difference between self-sacrifice and healthy acceptance
• Why “don’t sweat the small stuff” can quietly destroy intimacy
• How to make powerful, effective requests in your marriage instead of repeating complaints
• When it’s time for a relational reckoning and how to know if there’s “enough good” to stay

Monica also shares a vulnerable story from her own marriage about the “never go to bed angry” rule and how curiosity plus vulnerability helped her and her husband build trust instead of panic.

This conversation is not about attacking marriage. It’s about upgrading the skills required to build one that actually works in real life.

If you’ve ever followed the advice, done everything “right,” and still felt something was off, this episode is for you.

If this conversation resonated with you, make sure you subscribe to the podcast and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. New episodes drop regularly, and I don’t want you missing the next one.

Let’s get it. 🤙🏾

Commitment doesn’t usually go wrong all at once. It happens quietly, when doubts get normalized and red flags get reframed as “just something we’ll work through.”

In this episode, we talk about the warning signs that tend to show up right before someone commits out of fear, pressure, or momentum instead of clarity and alignment. This isn’t about second-guessing love, it’s about making sure your decision is rooted in self-trust, not avoidance or urgency.

If this resonates, share this episode with someone who might need the perspective, and subscribe to the podcast so you’re notified when new episodes drop.

Let’s get it. 🤙🏾

When something starts to feel off in your relationship, your body usually knows before your mind wants to accept it. Subtle shifts in energy, effort, and communication can create a quiet sense of unease that’s hard to explain, but hard to ignore.

In this episode, we talk about the emotional signals that often show up when someone is mentally checking out, even if they haven’t said it out loud yet. This isn’t about jumping to conclusions or feeding anxiety, it’s about awareness, clarity, and knowing when to trust what you’re feeling.

If this resonates, share this episode with someone who might need the perspective, and subscribe to the podcast so you’re notified when new episodes drop.

After a breakup, one of the hardest things to let go of is the wondering. Are they really done, or is there still something there? And more importantly, what does that mean for you?

In this episode, we talk about why fixating on whether your ex is “over you” can keep you emotionally stuck, and how to shift your focus back to clarity, self-respect, and forward movement. This isn’t about reading into every signal or waiting for signs, it’s about understanding what actually matters after a breakup and how to respond in a way that protects your healing.

If this resonates, share this episode with someone who might need it, and subscribe to the podcast so you’re notified when new episodes drop.

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Everyone says they want real love, but real love doesn’t reveal itself when things are easy. It shows up when emotions are high, tension is present, and disagreement enters the room.

In this episode, we talk about how your conflict style says more about your readiness for a healthy relationship than chemistry, attraction, or how much you care. Because the way you speak, react, repair, and take accountability during hard moments becomes the emotional blueprint of the relationship you’re building.

This is a grounded, honest conversation about ego, emotional maturity, and why love isn’t proven by winning arguments, but by how you protect connection when it would be easiest to damage it.

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The ONE Deal-Breaker You Should NEVER Ignore (But Most People Do)

The most painful relationships aren’t the ones that end suddenly. They’re the ones where you slowly lose yourself trying to make something work, while your feelings keep getting brushed aside.

In this episode, we talk about a deal-breaker that quietly destroys connection over time, one that many people rationalize, minimize, or hope will eventually change. It’s a conversation about emotional safety, self-respect, and what it really means to feel seen and heard by your partner.

This isn’t about being “too sensitive.” It’s about recognizing when staying is costing you more than leaving ever would.

If this resonates, share this episode with someone who needs the reminder, and subscribe to the podcast so you’re notified when new episodes drop.

Let’s get it. 🤙🏾