In this powerful episode of The Feisty Heroine Podcast, host Rachel Beck sits down with renowned social scientist and author Dr. Bella DePaulo to explore what it really means to live a full, empowered, and joyful life as a single woman.

Together, they challenge the cultural myths around marriage, partnership, and “happily ever after.” Bella introduces her groundbreaking concept of being Single at Heart — a way of living that’s rooted in authenticity, freedom, and the refusal to settle.

They unpack:

• Why being single is not a problem to solve

• The difference between loneliness and chosen solitude

• How singleism (discrimination against singles) impacts everything from housing to healthcare

• Why solo living can be powerful, peaceful, and full of love

• And how to build a deeply meaningful life outside of traditional family structures

If you’ve ever felt “behind” because you’re not married, questioned whether partnership is right for you, or longed for validation that your single life is complete as it is, this conversation will feel like a breath of fresh air.

Dr. DePaulo’s work has been featured in The Atlantic, TEDx, Psychology Today, The New York Times, and more — and today, she’s bringing her wisdom straight to this community of bold, independent, growth-minded women.

Listen now and discover why the most powerful love story might just be the one you write on your own.

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