You can love your children, choose motherhood, and still miss the woman you were before. Sahar Taylor joins Nina Westbrook for an honest conversation about motherhood, identity, marriage, prenups, and the emotional realities of surrogacy. From leaving her first marriage and experiencing homelessness during law school to becoming a family law attorney and navigating life with two children under two, Sahar shares what it has meant to rebuild her life—and give herself permission to change direction. Nina and Sahar explore the personal and professional costs of stepping away from a career, why Sahar advocates for women to consider prenuptial agreements, and what her own surrogacy journey taught her about expectations, vulnerability, and bonding with her son. They also discuss the struggle that can hide behind a polished appearance, the pressure to make motherhood your entire identity, and why mixed feelings don't automatically mean you made the wrong choice. In this episode: • Motherhood, ambition, and missing your professional identity • Leaving a marriage and rebuilding without family support • Prenups and accounting for career sacrifices • Sharing fertility struggles while protecting your peace • Surrogacy and letting the bond with your baby develop • Asking for support when everyone assumes you're okay • Raising children who can name and express their emotions What's a choice you're glad you made—even though parts of it are still hard? Tell us in the comments. Subscribe to the Do Tell Relationship Podcast for honest conversations about relationships, parenthood, emotional well-being, and personal growth. 📩 Connect with us: Email: <a href= "mailto:thedotellpodcast@gmail.com">thedotellpodcast@gmail.com</a> Instagram: @ninawestbrook Download Nebbi: <a href= "https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nebbi-app/id6745851765">https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nebbi-app/id6745851765</a> #DoTellPodcast #NinaWestbrook #SaharTaylor #Motherhood #Relationships

You can love your children, choose motherhood, and still miss the woman you were before. Sahar Taylor joins Nina Westbrook for an honest conversation about motherhood, identity, marriage, prenups, and the emotional realities of surrogacy. From leaving her first marriage and experiencing homelessness during law school to becoming a family law attorney and navigating life with two children under two, Sahar shares what it has meant to rebuild her life—and give herself permission to change direction. Nina and Sahar explore the personal and professional costs of stepping away from a career, why Sahar advocates for women to consider prenuptial agreements, and what her own surrogacy journey taught her about expectations, vulnerability, and bonding with her son. They also discuss the struggle that can hide behind a polished appearance, the pressure to make motherhood your entire identity, and why mixed feelings don't automatically mean you made the wrong choice. In this episode: • Motherhood, ambition, and missing your professional identity • Leaving a marriage and rebuilding without family support • Prenups and accounting for career sacrifices • Sharing fertility struggles while protecting your peace • Surrogacy and letting the bond with your baby develop • Asking for support when everyone assumes you're okay • Raising children who can name and express their emotions What's a choice you're glad you made—even though parts of it are still hard? Tell us in the comments. Subscribe to the Do Tell Relationship Podcast for honest conversations about relationships, parenthood, emotional well-being, and personal growth. 📩 Connect with us: Email: thedotellpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @ninawestbrook Download Nebbi: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nebbi-app/id6745851765 #DoTellPodcast #NinaWestbrook #SaharTaylor #Motherhood #Relationships

You can love your children, choose motherhood, and still miss the woman you were before. Sahar Taylor joins Nina Westbrook for an honest conversation about motherhood, identity, marriage, prenups, and the emotional realities of surrogacy. From leaving her first marriage and experiencing homelessness during law school to becoming a family law attorney and navigating life with two children under two, Sahar shares what it has meant to rebuild her life—and give herself permission to change direction. Nina and Sahar explore the personal and professional costs of stepping away from a career, why Sahar advocates for women to consider prenuptial agreements, and what her own surrogacy journey taught her about expectations, vulnerability, and bonding with her son. They also discuss the struggle that can hide behind a polished appearance, the pressure to make motherhood your entire identity, and why mixed feelings don't automatically mean you made the wrong choice. In this episode: • Motherhood, ambition, and missing your professional identity • Leaving a marriage and rebuilding without family support • Prenups and accounting for career sacrifices • Sharing fertility struggles while protecting your peace • Surrogacy and letting the bond with your baby develop • Asking for support when everyone assumes you're okay • Raising children who can name and express their emotions What's a choice you're glad you made—even though parts of it are still hard? Tell us in the comments. Subscribe to the Do Tell Relationship Podcast for honest conversations about relationships, parenthood, emotional well-being, and personal growth. 📩 Connect with us: Email: <a href="mailto:thedotellpodcast@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">thedotellpodcast@gmail.com</a> Instagram: @ninawestbrook Download Nebbi: <a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nebbi-app/id6745851765" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nebbi-app/id6745851765</a> #DoTellPodcast #NinaWestbrook #SaharTaylor #Motherhood #Relationships

You Can Love Motherhood and Still Miss Yourself | Sahar Taylor

You can be capable, driven, and deeply committed to everyone around you—and still need help. In this episode of the Do Tell Relationship Podcast, Nina Westbrook welcomes executive coach and author Jovian Zayne for a conversation about self-worth, boundaries, motherhood, and navigating life's harder seasons. Jovian shares the personal experiences behind her book, Soft Landings for Hard Days, including the competing pressures of entrepreneurship and becoming a mother. Together, she and Nina examine why high-achieving women often turn difficult circumstances into self-blame, how professional setbacks can shake our identity, and why asking for support can feel so uncomfortable. They explore letting go of life timelines, recognizing your changing needs, and the difference between analyzing an emotion and allowing yourself to feel it. Jovian also shares her everyday "joy points" and reflects on the people who have helped her through life's transitions. A conversation about giving yourself grace, making room for support, and remembering that your worth extends beyond what you accomplish. Follow Do Tell for more conversations about relationships, personal growth, and learning to care for yourself along the way. Subscribe to Do Tell for more honest conversations about relationships, personal growth, and the relationship you have with yourself. growth. 📩 Connect with us: Email: <a href= "mailto:thedotellpodcast@gmail.com">thedotellpodcast@gmail.com</a> Instagram: @ninawestbrook Download Nebbi: <a href= "https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nebbi-app/id6745851765">https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nebbi-app/id6745851765</a> #DoTellPodcast #NinaWestbrook #JovianZayne #SelfWorth #SoftLandingsForHardDays

You can be capable, driven, and deeply committed to everyone around you—and still need help. In this episode of the Do Tell Relationship Podcast, Nina Westbrook welcomes executive coach and author Jovian Zayne for a conversation about self-worth, boundaries, motherhood, and navigating life's harder seasons. Jovian shares the personal experiences behind her book, Soft Landings for Hard Days, including the competing pressures of entrepreneurship and becoming a mother. Together, she and Nina examine why high-achieving women often turn difficult circumstances into self-blame, how professional setbacks can shake our identity, and why asking for support can feel so uncomfortable. They explore letting go of life timelines, recognizing your changing needs, and the difference between analyzing an emotion and allowing yourself to feel it. Jovian also shares her everyday "joy points" and reflects on the people who have helped her through life's transitions. A conversation about giving yourself grace, making room for support, and remembering that your worth extends beyond what you accomplish. Follow Do Tell for more conversations about relationships, personal growth, and learning to care for yourself along the way. Subscribe to Do Tell for more honest conversations about relationships, personal growth, and the relationship you have with yourself. growth. 📩 Connect with us: Email: thedotellpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @ninawestbrook Download Nebbi: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nebbi-app/id6745851765 #DoTellPodcast #NinaWestbrook #JovianZayne #SelfWorth #SoftLandingsForHardDays

You can be capable, driven, and deeply committed to everyone around you—and still need help. In this episode of the Do Tell Relationship Podcast, Nina Westbrook welcomes executive coach and author Jovian Zayne for a conversation about self-worth, boundaries, motherhood, and navigating life's harder seasons. Jovian shares the personal experiences behind her book, Soft Landings for Hard Days, including the competing pressures of entrepreneurship and becoming a mother. Together, she and Nina examine why high-achieving women often turn difficult circumstances into self-blame, how professional setbacks can shake our identity, and why asking for support can feel so uncomfortable. They explore letting go of life timelines, recognizing your changing needs, and the difference between analyzing an emotion and allowing yourself to feel it. Jovian also shares her everyday "joy points" and reflects on the people who have helped her through life's transitions. A conversation about giving yourself grace, making room for support, and remembering that your worth extends beyond what you accomplish. Follow Do Tell for more conversations about relationships, personal growth, and learning to care for yourself along the way. Subscribe to Do Tell for more honest conversations about relationships, personal growth, and the relationship you have with yourself. growth. 📩 Connect with us: Email: <a href="mailto:thedotellpodcast@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">thedotellpodcast@gmail.com</a> Instagram: @ninawestbrook Download Nebbi: <a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nebbi-app/id6745851765" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nebbi-app/id6745851765</a> #DoTellPodcast #NinaWestbrook #JovianZayne #SelfWorth #SoftLandingsForHardDays

You Don't Have to Hold It All Together | Jovian Zayne

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Rewriting the Script: Ditching the High Road and Owning Your Story with Gabrielle Union PART 1

In this episode we talk about the power of vulnerability, prioritizing yourself, and leaning on your community for support.

"Billions" of Reason to Cry It Out with Malin Akerman

Join us as we dive into the ring with WWE's Carmella to explore the power of resilience and the beauty of motherhood.

Wrestling with Miscarriages, Body Image & Social Media with WWE Superstar Leah Van Dale (Carmella)

We're unpacking the complexities, dispelling the myths, and unraveling the true nature of narcissism in this eye-opening episode with narcissism expert Dr. Ramami!

Spotting Narcissism: Red Flags, Pink Flags, and No Easy Answers with Dr. Ramani Durvasula

Growing up hungry, the intersectionality of food and racism, the importance of community, and so much more with true trailblazer, Sophia Roe!

Making Imposter Syndrome Your BFF with Sophia Roe

What does it mean to be a good father, where do real friendships begin, and what's the key to breaking generational cycles? Let's get into it!

Becoming a Grown Ass Man with Kevin Hart

The Relationship Chronicles with Nina Westbrook

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Welcome to Do Tell Relationship Podcast! In this podcast, Nina Westbrook, licensed marriage and family therapist, and founder of the digital wellness community Bene by Nina, dives headfirst into the secrets of genuine human connection through candid conversations with a lineup of friends, leading experts, and a few of your favorite celebs. We're here to share the raw, unfiltered truth about the trials and triumphs of real-life relationships while serving up tips and lessons that are sure to transform your own connections.

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