In this episode, the Lesa greets a new guest, attorney and author Heidi Friedman, whose recent book, *Love Lessons 104 Dates, and the Stories That Led Me to True Love*, provides insightful wisdom on relationships. Heidi shares her journey post-divorce, her decade-long dating experiences, and the 11 core lessons she identified through research and personal development. These lessons include themes like the importance of self-improvement, staying open to opportunities, not settling, and finding a partner who helps you become your best self. The discussion dives deep into maintaining authentic relationships, mutual support in partnerships, and embracing personal growth both before and during a marriage.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

01:35 Heidi's Personal Journey and Divorce

02:05 Dating and Finding True Love

03:56 Writing the Book and Lessons for Her Kids

04:26 Impact of the Book on Readers

06:56 Discussing the 11 Lessons

10:44 Key Lessons: Putting Yourself Out There and Not Settling

15:57 The Importance of Mutual Support in Relationships

17:34 Starting the Day with Balance

17:54 Moving to California and the Bar Exam

18:31 Teamwork in Modern Marriages

19:42 Themes of Great Marriages

20:02 The Importance of Feeling Safe

21:35 Embracing Authenticity in Relationships

24:06 Supporting Each Other's Best Self

25:21 Valentine's Day and Self-Love

27:06 Navigating Dating and Relationships

29:06 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans

Heidi Friedman Bio

Heidi B. Friedman, formerly Goldstein and born Eisman, is a successful attorney and partner at a large law firm specializing in all areas of environmental law and environmental, social and governance (ESG) based counseling. Love Lessons is her first book, but Heidi has written regularly for Bloomberg, Law 360, and other publications related to her professional life and experience as a female lawyer.

Heidi lives in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, with her husband Will, and their joint baby, Felix, a cur mix they rescued. Will is Heidi's do-over after being single for almost 10 years and surviving 104 dates.

Heidi has four children. Two children she birthed, Morgan (25) and Zach (21) and two are her bonus children, Max (28) and Ben (26). Heidi and Will greatly enjoy traveling as well as spending time with friends. Heidi likes walks around Shaker Lakes, her time at yoga and Pilates, and date nights at a bar with Will. In her life, she has a strong network of amazing women who she treasures and who provide support, guidance and company for drinking wine.

https://heidifriedman.com

http://www.instagram.com/lovelessons104 

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