Men make up half the population — yet nearly 80 percent of suicide deaths.

Young men are reporting record levels of loneliness. Many have fewer close friendships than any generation before them. They’re falling behind academically, struggling relationally, and quietly carrying pressure they don’t always have language for.

So what is really going on?

In this episode, I sit down with Kelly Gardner, a men’s coach and relationship coach, to unpack the deeper struggles men are facing in today’s cultural climate. We talk about emotional conditioning, shame, loneliness, masculinity, role confusion, dating dynamics, and why so many men feel lost or misunderstood.

This conversation is not about blaming men or criticizing masculinity. It’s about understanding the internal world many men have been taught to hide.

We explore:
 • Why men struggle to ask for help
 • How emotional suppression affects intimacy
 • The loneliness epidemic among men
 • Why so many men feel unprepared for healthy relationships
 • What young boys are growing up without
 • And what healing actually looks like for men who are ready to grow

If you’re a man who has felt alone in your struggle, this episode is for you. If you love a man and want to understand him better, this episode is also for you.

Get in Touch with Kelly: 

https://www.kellygardner.com/

Free Resource from Kelly: 

https://www.lipcouples.com/compass

1:1 Coaching with Beatrice
Dating and relationships can bring up confusion, self doubt, or emotional activation, even for people who are thoughtful, self aware, and growth oriented. When the same patterns keep repeating, it’s often a sign something deeper is asking for attention. I work one on one with people navigating this, helping them build the emotional security and clarity needed for healthy, aligned relationships. If you’re curious about working together, you can book a call through the link below we’ll see if it’s the right fit.
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In this episode, I sit down with Mikey Planeta, who you may recognize from season 17 of The Bachelor, for a deeper conversation about dating, faith, and emotional maturity in today’s world.

We explore what it really looks like to date with intention as a Christian, the tension many people feel between modern dating culture and deeply held values, and the self work that is essential before entering a healthy relationship. Mikey shares how his walk with God has shaped the way he approaches love and dating, what he has had to unlearn along the way, and how staying grounded in who you are brings more clarity and peace into connection.

This episode is for anyone who wants a more intentional, emotionally grounded approach to dating and relationships, rooted in self awareness, integrity, and alignment.

https://www.instagram.com/mikeyplaneta/

1:1 Coaching with Beatrice
Dating and relationships can bring up confusion, self doubt, or emotional activation, even for people who are thoughtful, self aware, and growth oriented. When the same patterns keep repeating, it’s often a sign something deeper is asking for attention. I work one on one with people navigating this, helping them build the emotional security and clarity needed for healthy, aligned relationships. If you’re curious about working together, you can book a call through the link below we’ll see if it’s the right fit.
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Website: https://www.theltrpodcast.com/

Dating today can feel confusing, discouraging, and honestly exhausting. Between endless swiping, mixed signals, and a culture that rewards chemistry over compatibility, a lot of people are left wondering what is actually going wrong and whether real love is still possible.

In this episode, I sit down with Danny Goldstein, a former corporate lawyer turned matchmaker and founder of Crux Compatible, to talk about the state of modern dating from a completely different vantage point.

Danny shares what he sees every day working closely with singles, why dating apps may be doing more harm than good, and what actually matters when it comes to building long term, healthy relationships. We explore attachment styles, core values, what makes a strong match, and how people can start showing up differently if they feel stuck in old patterns.

This conversation is honest, practical, and hopeful. If you have ever felt burned out by dating, unsure of what you are doing wrong, or curious about what real compatibility actually looks like, this episode will give you clarity and perspective you did not know you needed.

1:1 Coaching with Beatrice
Dating and relationships can bring up confusion, self doubt, or emotional activation, even for people who are thoughtful, self aware, and growth oriented. When the same patterns keep repeating, it’s often a sign something deeper is asking for attention. I work one on one with people navigating this, helping them build the emotional security and clarity needed for healthy, aligned relationships. If you’re curious about working together, you can book a call through the link below we’ll see if it’s the right fit.
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Website: https://www.theltrpodcast.com/

In this episode, I sit down with Westley Baer from Love Is Blind season one to talk about what happens after the cameras turn off.

We explore Westley’s dating life before the show, his experience navigating Love Is Blind, and what it was like coming to terms with the end of that chapter. From there, the conversation moves into the deeper work. The love letter he wrote to himself, his experience with coaching, a six month solo journey through the Southeast, and what shifted when he chose to step away from dating and focus inward.

We also talk about faith and how it became a grounding force in Westley’s life, shaping not only who he is as a man but what he now looks for in partnership. And finally, we dive into men’s work. Vulnerability, emotional growth, and why so many men feel disconnected from themselves, their relationships, and each other.

This is an honest, reflective conversation about growth, faith, and becoming more intentional in how we show up in love and in life.

Connect with Westley
https://www.instagram.com/westleybaer/

1:1 Coaching with Beatrice
Dating and relationships can bring up confusion, self doubt, or emotional activation, even for people who are thoughtful, self aware, and growth oriented. When the same patterns keep repeating, it’s often a sign something deeper is asking for attention. I work one on one with people navigating this, helping them build the emotional security and clarity needed for healthy, aligned relationships. If you’re curious about working together, you can book a call through the link below we’ll see if it’s the right fit.
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Website: https://www.theltrpodcast.com/

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. R. Scott Gornto, therapist and author of The Stories We Tell Ourselves, to explore the quiet narratives that shape how we see ourselves and how we show up in relationships.

We talk about where these internal stories come from, why they feel so real, and how they quietly influence our triggers, behaviors, and relational patterns. From dating and intimacy to conflict and emotional safety, we unpack how much of what we experience in relationships is less about what’s actually happening and more about the meaning we assign to it.

Dr. Gornto shares insight into how these stories form, how to recognize when they’re running the show, and what it truly takes to begin rewriting them in a way that creates more grounded, secure connection.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in the same patterns, confused by your reactions, or aware that something deeper is at play in your relationships, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and a powerful new lens for understanding yourself.

About Dr. R. Scott Gornto

Dr. R. Scott Gornto is a licensed therapist, speaker, and author of The Stories We Tell Ourselves. With a background in psychology and years of clinical experience, his work focuses on helping people understand how internal narratives shape behavior, emotional responses, and relationship patterns.

Through his writing and therapeutic work, Dr. Gornto explores how early experiences influence the stories we carry about ourselves, others, and connection — and how bringing awareness to those stories can create meaningful, lasting change. His approach blends compassion, insight, and practical tools to help people move out of old patterns and into more grounded, secure ways of relating.

https://www.drrscottgornto.com/about 

1:1 Coaching with Beatrice
Dating and relationships can bring up confusion, self doubt, or emotional activation, even for people who are thoughtful, self aware, and growth oriented. When the same patterns keep repeating, it’s often a sign something deeper is asking for attention. I work one on one with people navigating this, helping them build the emotional security and clarity needed for healthy, aligned relationships. If you’re curious about working together, you can book a call through the link below we’ll see if it’s the right fit.
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Website: https://www.theltrpodcast.com/

Today’s episode is a really special one for me. Bryan Reeves is someone whose work impacted me long before I had a podcast, long before I was coaching, and during a season when I really needed it. I read Choose Her Every Day or Leave Her while going through a breakup, and it was one of those books that didn’t just validate my experience, it gave language to needs I didn’t yet know how to name. It helped me understand what I was actually longing for in partnership and what I would never again be willing to minimize or explain away.

Getting to sit down with Bryan for this conversation felt incredibly full circle. We went deep into what it really takes to create an exceptional relationship, not the polished version, but the real one. The kind that asks something of you. The kind that requires humility, accountability, and a willingness to let parts of yourself fall away so something more grounded can emerge. We talked about growth, the discomfort that comes with it, and the very real grief that shows up when we outgrow old patterns, identities, and ways of relating.

This conversation is honest, grounded, and deeply human. If you’re navigating relationships, healing from a breakup, or questioning what true partnership actually requires of you, this episode is for you. I’m so honored to share it with you, and I can’t wait for you to listen.

About Bryan Reeves: 

Bryan Reeves is a former U.S. Air Force Captain turned relationship coach, author, and speaker whose work focuses on emotional maturity, conscious partnership, and what it actually takes to build a deeply fulfilling relationship. After navigating his own heartbreak and relational blind spots, Bryan realized that intimacy is not something we magically know how to do. It is something we learn through self awareness, humility, and lived experience.

He is the author of Choose Her Every Day (Or Leave Her), a book that has resonated with thousands of readers by naming the often unspoken work required to sustain real partnership. His writing explores commitment, accountability, masculine growth, and the courage it takes to stay emotionally present rather than checking out when things get hard. Bryan’s work has been read by millions worldwide and featured on platforms like The Good Men Project, Elephant Journal, and Thought Catalog.

Through his writing, coaching, and speaking, Bryan invites people to take radical responsibility for how they show up in love. His approach is honest, compassionate, and deeply human, offering a grounded path toward relationships that are not just lasting, but truly alive.

https://bryanreeves.com/ 

1:1 Coaching with Beatrice
Dating and relationships can bring up confusion, self doubt, or emotional activation, even for people who are thoughtful, self aware, and growth oriented. When the same patterns keep repeating, it’s often a sign something deeper is asking for attention. I work one on one with people navigating this, helping them build the emotional security and clarity needed for healthy, aligned relationships. If you’re curious about working together, you can book a call through the link below we’ll see if it’s the right fit.
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Instagram:@letstalkrelationships_
Website: https://www.theltrpodcast.com/

Marriage doesn’t always follow a straight path, and Carli and Patrick Roe prove that the winding roads can lead to something even stronger. In this episode, I sit down with Carli and Patrick to hear their unconventional love story: from meeting at a restaurant where they both worked, to breaking up, to finding their way back to each other and building a marriage rooted in friendship and growth.

We talk about how they navigated differences in faith early in their relationship, what it has been like to raise kids later in life, and the small but meaningful ways they keep their connection strong. Carli and Patrick also share heartfelt advice for singles in today’s dating world, reminding us that doing the inner work, staying open, and trusting God’s timing can change everything.

Patrick Roe:
Patrick Roe is a local Long Beach/South Bay Real Estate agent. https://www.instagram.com/patroe80

Carli Roe:
Carli Roe is the founder of ShipShaped Home, a home organizing firm she launched in 2013 out of a lifelong passion for bringing order to chaos. What started as a natural talent grew into a professional calling, and today Carli helps clients create calm, functional spaces that reflect her belief in the power of organization to transform daily life.

https://shipshapedhome.com/

1:1 Coaching with Beatrice
Dating and relationships can bring up confusion, self doubt, or emotional activation, even for people who are thoughtful, self aware, and growth oriented. When the same patterns keep repeating, it’s often a sign something deeper is asking for attention. I work one on one with people navigating this, helping them build the emotional security and clarity needed for healthy, aligned relationships. If you’re curious about working together, you can book a call through the link below we’ll see if it’s the right fit.
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Website: https://www.theltrpodcast.com/

Dating is already hard enough… so why are we making it harder with all these unspoken rules and assumptions? In this solo episode of Let’s Talk Relationships, I’m getting real about dating expectations, the kind we carry in our heads without even realizing it, and how they quietly sabotage connection.

From the “he has to confirm the date or else” mindset to shutting down casual first date ideas, these little rules create more walls than doors. I share some of my own experiences (and what I’ve seen floating around social media) to show how easy it is to slip into defense mode instead of leaning into curiosity.

This conversation is all about bringing awareness to the stories we’re telling ourselves, getting clearer on what we actually need, and being brave enough to communicate it. Because at the end of the day, the point isn’t to play the perfect dating game, it’s to actually connect.

1:1 Coaching with Beatrice
Dating and relationships can bring up confusion, self doubt, or emotional activation, even for people who are thoughtful, self aware, and growth oriented. When the same patterns keep repeating, it’s often a sign something deeper is asking for attention. I work one on one with people navigating this, helping them build the emotional security and clarity needed for healthy, aligned relationships. If you’re curious about working together, you can book a call through the link below we’ll see if it’s the right fit.
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Website: https://www.theltrpodcast.com/

In this episode of Let’s Talk Relationships, we continue our Let’s Talk Marriage series with Steph and Mike, a couple who’ve known each other since childhood and recently celebrated their 10-year wedding anniversary.

Their story is a beautiful example of friendship evolving into partnership but it didn’t come without a few bumps. Steph opens up about her initial hesitation in moving from friends to something more, and what helped her take that leap of faith.

We explore:

• How they navigated the shift from friendship to romance
• What helped them work through early marriage challenges
• The role of faith in building their foundation
• Balancing individuality while growing as a couple
• How they’ve adapted to parenthood and stayed connected

Steph and Mike remind us that intentional love takes work, trust, and a willingness to grow together, even when the path forward isn’t always clear.

1:1 Coaching with Beatrice
Dating and relationships can bring up confusion, self doubt, or emotional activation, even for people who are thoughtful, self aware, and growth oriented. When the same patterns keep repeating, it’s often a sign something deeper is asking for attention. I work one on one with people navigating this, helping them build the emotional security and clarity needed for healthy, aligned relationships. If you’re curious about working together, you can book a call through the link below we’ll see if it’s the right fit.
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Instagram:@letstalkrelationships_
Website: https://www.theltrpodcast.com/

What does it really mean to steward singleness well?  In this conversation, we dive into the tension of wanting to be present while feeling the pull of “what’s next,” the grief that can surface when life doesn’t look the way we expected, and the ways time can feel louder in this season.

I’m joined by Ryan Wekenman—pastor at Red Rocks Austin, storyteller, and author of Single Today—and Jenelle Cherek, social worker and single foster parent, for a candid conversation about the beauty and challenges of singleness. We talk about confronting what’s holding us back, avoiding the trap of counterfeit intimacy, and finding wonder and purpose right where we are.

Whether you’re single, dating, or married, this episode offers perspective, encouragement, and a reminder that this season—whatever it looks like—is worth living well.

📖 About Ryan Wekenman: Pastor, storyteller, and co-host of Stories in Scripture and Afterthoughts. Author of Single Today. Teaching pastor of Red Rocks Austin.

💬 About Jenelle Cherek: Social worker specializing in trauma-informed care, single foster parent, and advocate for living with compassion and conviction.

https://www.ryanwekenman.com/

1:1 Coaching with Beatrice
Dating and relationships can bring up confusion, self doubt, or emotional activation, even for people who are thoughtful, self aware, and growth oriented. When the same patterns keep repeating, it’s often a sign something deeper is asking for attention. I work one on one with people navigating this, helping them build the emotional security and clarity needed for healthy, aligned relationships. If you’re curious about working together, you can book a call through the link below we’ll see if it’s the right fit.
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Instagram:@letstalkrelationships_
Website: https://www.theltrpodcast.com/