A Date In The Life

Welcome back to episode 24 of A Date In The Life! In this episode, Brooklynn walks you through her journey with Therapy, both past and present, to remind you that hot girls do indeed go to therapy (and you should be a hot girl!). After a hiatus of a few months, B shares about massive life updates as well as lessons integrated and experienced in the past half year of being back in Bali, rebuilding partnership, and pivoting for the future. We get Brooklynn's juicy therapy notes and also get a walk through in what it means to be a "good judge of character", "people pleaser", and/or "control freak"... We have a feeling most all of you will be able to valuably relate in one way or another! (Or just enjoy the scoop!) Thanks for sticking around during our break, and welcome back to consistent DITL episodes for the season to come! Therapy and mental health resources:online therapy: https://www.betterhelp.com/mindset /meditation support apps: NoomMood, Calm, Insight Timerspotify playlists: "Positive Affirmations (10+ Hours)", "528hz positive transformation", "Daily Breath with Deepak Chopra"

In episode 23 Brooklynn interviews her close friend and colleague, Agathe Snalune, about the intimate inner workings of the Masculine and Feminine energy that exists within us all. We talk about creating healthy polarity in relationship, and the differing needs in those who are predominantly Masc or Fem. Agathe goes deep with us about her own partnership, and how understanding their unique balance of the energies creates healthy communication, support, and intimate desires. This episode is a great guide to understanding your own energy in dating and relationship, as well as understanding that of your partner/desired partner. Listen and learn how to attract your dream connection by embodying your true energy.About Agathe:Agathe is a French entrepreneur brought up in London and now living in Bali. Over the years she dove into holistic health, self development and began a true passion for studying masculine and feminine energies after experiencing a chronic illness called Crohns disease that she decided to heal naturally. Her healing journey was a huge catalyst to her own sensual feminine awakening that has become a core part of her daily work. She now focuses on helping women build their businesses by staying true to their feminine essence. Her core intention is redefining what it means to be a woman in business.Reach Agathe:Instagram: @agathesnalune

Welcome to episode 22, our first episode of 2022! A Date In The Life is intensely excited to share this intimate interview with one of Brooklynn's close friends, and open relationship practitioner, Amelia Whelan (see below). This episode covers everything you've been dying to know about Open Relationships. Amelia gets candid about the growth and evolution thats taken place over the years of her and her fiancé's path with Ethical Non-Monogamy. We learn about boundaries, set backs, and yes... Their sex life! This episode will equip listeners with communication tools, understanding of your unique intimate needs and desires, and even some take-away homework/a reading list. Maybe you're interested in an Open Relationship, maybe the idea of one terrifies you; regardless this episode will expand your mind, your heart, and your excitement for the many different containers of Love. About Amelia: Amelia Whelan is an entrepreneur, surfer + business mentor who lives between Hawaii and Bali, Indonesia with her fiancé, Matt. She and Matt have been practicing ethical non-monogamy for almost four years now, and engaged to be married for two years. They are both passionate about their life together, as well as their life and experiences as individuals. Amelia openly shares about the learning and growth that she (and her partner) have experienced and gained since exploring non-monogamy together. Reading List:-The Ethical Slut: A Guide to Infinite Sexual Possibilities by Dossie Easton-Sex at Dawn: The Prehistoric Origins of Modern Sexuality by Christopher Ryan -More Than Two: A Practical Guide to Ethical Polyamory by Franklin Veaux -Untrue “why nearly everything we believe about woman and lust and infidelity is untrue” by Dr. Wednesday MartinReach Amelia:www.saltsandandsmoothies.com@saltsandandsmoothiesYT Channel: Salt Sand and Smoothies

Join Brooklynn in episode 21 as she tells her Bali Return story... From nearly missed flights to the overwhelming feelings of coming "home", and reconnecting with her ex for one of the most intense conversations of her life- this is an episode you won't want to miss. Aside from the gripping narrative this episode holds, Brooklynn shares about self-work integration in the form of witnessing her healed attachment style in real time, as well as healthy communication and trust that has come full circle. The listener can expect take aways in honest self expression, holding space for another, and being present with the now/releasing the past. 

In this episode Brooklynn deep-dives into the classic narrative behind singleness in modern society; it's sad, it's lonely, and anyone who is single *obviously* wants to be coupled -asap. But have no fear, she debunks these stale (and slightly misogynist?) myths all the while highlighting and representing what Single Joy really looks like. Brooklynn also discusses the kindness of men and what it means to honor and appreciate the masculine, while sharing her experiences with this phenomenon during her travels through the Greek Islands. Lastly, Brooklynn breaks down what it's like to start healthy communication (and healing) with your ex. She shares the framework she has used to build valuable friendships with past lovers, and how she is navigating the healing and resolution behind her biggest long-term heartbreak yet. 

Join Brooklynn in Greece for this week's tell-all episode. Brooklynn shares her back story with Greece, how she found the place that continuously builds her up, and the lessons she learned in early heartbreak and independence many years ago. Brooklynn then talks about sparks flying in an unexpected summer romance from the moment she landed in Greece... and the instantaneous heart ache that followed. We also dive deep into the RBDSM communication method, and discuss Brooklynn's recent acceptance to a well known, exclusive, "celebrity dating app". This episode has all the juicy details, we hope you enjoy! 

Keep your situationship on the Free Trial Setting!!! In this week's episode Brooklynn talks about how we can get sucked into commitment too early while dating in the “honeymoon” period. Everyone is on their best behavior and we haven't had time to see them inside normal, every day life. We discuss lifestyle patterns, affection differences, and the varying forms of “disrespect” in ways you might not traditionally imagine them. Brooklynn also dives in on the controversial stance that the more experience you have in dating, the better you will understand what you truly desire in love and commitment. Are all these fast-to-commit couples just settling? Or are they lucking out? Listen to find out what Brooklynn thinks and the advice she has to help you formulate your own opinions and dating experiences! 

Join Brooklynn this week as she breaks down the all too common “heartbreak delay”… Or essentially the differences in emotional processing in men and women. She covers how it feels to move on as a woman, only for your ex to come back knocking on the door months later- and why that might be happening for so many of us. We talk society and culture, "toxic masculinity", and communication skills after a fallout. Brooklynn also covers the importance of following your heart and refusing to break up with your dreams for a boyfriend. Catch up on "A Date In The Life" now, before our podcast finishes out the year in Europe! New and exciting dating stories to come all too soon! 

Hey Daters, welcome to episode 16 where Brooklynn dives deep on what it means to truly put yourself first while dating. She breaks down the key questions to ask yourself, with the most important one being: do YOU even like THEM? (Not the other way around!) She also dives into what it's like to help past partners grow in important commitment understanding and action, only to watch them implement everything perfectly with the next girl...Ouch. But don't worry, Brooklynn has the recipe to get you off that emotional ledge- and more importantly get you what you want in dating. Your glass ceiling is about to be shattered. Let's go.

Join Brooklynn back on the mic after some time off due to an illness as she discusses all things “Friend Zone Your Mom” worthy. That's right. We are covering boys that are way too close for comfort with their mamas. From psychology by way of Sigmund Freud, and Greek Mythology by way of Oedipus (and the “Oedipus complex”)— Brooklynn goes there. She also includes a deeply personal, and deeply creepy, first-hand experience with one of her old exes and his bizarre and boundary-less attachment to mommy dearest. This is an episode so shocking... you really won't want to miss it! 

Join Brooklynn in episode 14 as she dives into a few controversial topics like "sex brain" and "ghosting". She addresses what it's like to experience instant regret after a date or hook up, because it wasn't something authentically viable for the long-term or in alignment with you as a person in the dating landscape. B also covers when it's acceptable to "go ghost" on a connection, when it's definitely not, and how you can overall handle it in a better way instead. Lastly this episode takes a comedic dive into the well known "hot to crazy scale" in reference to women, and Brooklynn creates her own spin for the theme of men she sees in her own dating landscape (and likely yours too). We hope you enjoy this vulnerable and goofy episode and that it spits you out the other side as a better communicator, boundary holder, and dater in general. You're welcome! 

In episode 13 join Brooklynn as she gives you a life update; both personal and dating-wise. We talk about what it's like to date as a woman with "Big Dick Energy", aka a strong career. As well as that phase of dating where things start to feel like they're falling off... We dubbed it the "Got'Em or Not'Em" phase, and cover the important intersection of effort and energy in order to keep that shitty phase at bay. Stick around until the end to hear about the major differences in codependence and independence, and how we can all work to be a little more harmonious within the connections in our lives via the all too important-and not nearly enough addressed- Interdependence.

This week's episode is both a treat- and a hard pill to swallow. Brooklynn decides to take a (semi-personal) crack at the pervasive purity culture that still dominates the life of young people today. But she doesn't do it alone! Queue episode 12's special guest: Ambrie Bosworth. Ambrie has an educational background with/and Bachelor's Degrees in Anthropology, Ethnic Studies, and Women Studies as well as  just completing her Master's Degree in Social Innovation. As someone who grew up in purity culture and as a queer woman, Ambrie speaks to her experiences of unlearning the harmful indoctrination and eventually coming out as a member of the LGBTQ community...  And of course, she is Brooklynn's younger sister. Together the girls tackle what it was like for Ambrie to come out after being raised in a high demand religion and conservative community. We touch on everything from dating life as an out woman and being fully yourself, to handling conservative family and community, to stepping into your own and releasing performative action subservient to the male gaze and overall purity culture in general. It's a good one. Buckle up. 

Join Brooklynn in episode 11 as she dives into all things pussy-eating.  From anatomy and science to strategy and feedback, this episode is sure to have you "coming" back for more. Look forward to hearing about erectile tissue, pubic hair, how to find the mysterious G-spot, the best sex positions for oral stimulation, AND hear all the vagina slang you can possibly imagine... More so than ever in your life. You're welcome in advance. And ladies, don't be afraid to share this one around. Help me, help you. And most importantly- Enjoy! 

In this week's episode, Brooklynn personally downloads and creates profiles on the marketplace's three top dating apps. She tests out the individual features that make cyber dating more easy- or more difficult, as well as reviews the majority user-base and personality types that tend to flock to certain apps. She shares some uber personal stories behind past, and now present, dating app experiences... And she even lands a date for this week! Wrapping up with a personalized profile audit for you listeners to look and feel your best in online profiles, and of course a brief but stern dive into dating app etiquette. No more catfish! No more jerks! See you on the inside for this week's intimate episode, teaching you how to get the most out of your online dating! 

On Episode 9 of "A Date In The Life", Brooklynn breaks down how to date, post-pandemic. From leveraging apps, facetime dates, and what to order on a first date... To keeping first meetings short. (And maybe even socially distanced?) Brooklynn covers how to date again after we've all been cooped up- AND how to get on the same page as your potential partner with your own COVID boundaries. (Hey, it's like politics. Maybe a mood killer, but better to be on the same page now instead of finding out you're not... later.) We even dive into the infamous men's T-shirt as the ultimate sleepwear, and how Brooklynn now *officially* doesn't have any.  Is it because she is moving and has no space in her suitcase? Or is it because she is legitimately down to truly sever ties? Join us for our first double digit episode to celebrate getting out there, for us, and you! 

In episode 8, "Dating Donts", Brooklynn breaks down some serious penalties when it comes to the dating game. From flashing the promise of commitment just to get what you want (*spoiler, it was never actually commitment*), to misaligning your words and actions, to not being able to apologize. Brooklynn walks the listener through her own horror stories and even a few repeat offenders, and then shares what you had to say about your biggest "Dating Donts", or "pet peeves".  (Participate in our polls weekly on instagram: @dateinthelife_pod) 

Join 'Date In The Life'  Host Brooklynn as she interviews her best friend, Hollie Freeman (@whale_be_okay). Hollie is an entrepreneur, international coach, and of course, apart of the dating scene. The girls chat anxious-attachment on a deeper and more intimate level, as well as the feminine and masculine energy we all possess inside us; and it's dance with giving and receiving. Hollie shares about her dating experiences overcoming and healing an anxious attachment style, as well as action steps for everyone to start dating and intimately interacting more securely (goodbye cat and mouse games!). We hope you enjoy this candid episode that closely mirrors our everyday girl talk! 

**TW: drug abuse, suicide** Join Brooklynn in Episode 6 as she breaks down the 4 Attachment Styles, and where they stem from in a psychological perspective. Learn about how core memories from childhood create confirmation bias in love, commitment, and emotional availability throughout the rest of your life. Brooklynn walks you through her childhood core memories that formed her Anxious-Avoidant Attachment Type, and the work she has done to cultivate a more Secure Attachment. In this episode expect to learn about your attachment type, as well as how to "bio-hack" your way to a more secure core memory that can ultimately help all your relationships starting now, and continuing always. We are so excited to get ultra-vulnerable with you, and your lovable inner child, in this episode!  

Join Brooklynn in Episode 5 as she tackles the tricky status of standards. Too high... Too low...? Come find out. We cover the difference between what you *expect and what you *accept. And how standards, expectations, and intentions are three different- yet deeply important- things to be clear on. Lastly Brooklynn dives in on the vital difference between valid needs and being "needy"; helping you understand how to best express yourself in the most emotionally available and emotionally secure ways. 

In this episode Brooklynn walks you through her best practices in communication and boundary setting to help you make one of the most difficult decisions in dating: should I stay or should I go? She talks boundary crossing, miscommunication and disagreements versus fighting and arguments, anger as a secondary emotion, and even resentment and human safety nets. Yep, we covered it all. Brooklynn wraps the episode with advice behind "when to try again", or putting yourself back out there. Both with past failed partners and newfound connections alike. This is an episode everyone in the dating game needs to hear! Intro Audio by:Will you be mine: ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Track: Will You Be Mine — Broke in Summer [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: https://youtu.be/fRZo_KRtHdA​Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/will-you-be-mine​–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 

This episode is exactly what it sounds like! The story of Brooklynn's biggest heartbreak to date; the "love of her life" moving on with an influencer, after being tragically separated from her with border closures during the pandemic. Listen in as Brooklynn shares all the painful things she's witnessed (ermm... stalked) from the "other" woman's social media antics. Followed by some serious emotional maturity in the form of silver linings, lessons learned, and *gasp* forgiveness amongst the biggest of let downs and betrayals.

Join Brooklynn in this episode as she interviews Sarah Osborne; Yoga Teacher, Explorer, Social Media Guru, and Long Term Relationship participant! Sarah and her partner have been together 7 years. Listen along as we learn about the intimidating transition from casual to committed, break ups and make ups, and how to keep the sex spicy as you near a decade inside a monogamous commitment. Intro music credit:Will you be mine: ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Track: Will You Be Mine — Broke in Summer [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: https://youtu.be/fRZo_KRtHdA​Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/will-you-be-mine​––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Meet your host, Brooklynn, and learn about her sex-obsession... We mean BACKGROUND... in Human Sexuality. Get to know A Date In The Life Pod and what we are all about: witty dating advice, hilarious horror stories, first timer feedback, and overall mental health support in the battlefield that is modern day dating. More importantly though- come learn how to FUCK A FUCK-BOY WITHOUT CATCHING FEELINGS! That's right, come hear Brooklynn's most-recent fuck-boy dating horror story, and learn from her mistakes with some top red flags + tips to heed warning. Brooklynn talks boundary setting, communication, ghosting and becoming the "Queen of Maybes"... Thanks for joining us for our LAUNCH episode. We love you! Don't forget to subscribe, share with your friends, and tag us please! See you next #DateNight! Intro Audio Credit:––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Track: Will You Be Mine — Broke in Summer [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: https://youtu.be/fRZo_KRtHdA​Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/will-you-be-mine​––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––